Wee Kheng Chiang of Sarawak: Entrepreneur Extraordinaire

Authors

Chee Kheung LAMFollow

Abstract

This paper is a study of Wee Kheng Chiang, one of the outstanding Chinese entrepreneurs and philanthropists in Sarawak. A first generation local-born Chinese from a humble family, Kheng Chiang rose to preeminence in business and his community. Known for his wealth and entrepreneurship, his success was attributed to his hard work, foresight and alertness to business opportunities both in Sarawak and Singapore. Luck had smiled on him and so had adversity befell him.
His shining accomplishments in business allowed him to contribute unselfishly to the good cause of Chinese culture, education and social welfare services to Sarawak society as a whole, thus earning him the title of “Father of Philanthropy”.
Unlike many successful entrepreneurs, he was able to chart a smooth transition in passing his various businesses to the next generation before he retired. The wisdom of this decision is well vindicated by the outstanding performance of businesses helmed by his children.

Recommended Citation

LAM, Chee Kheung (2012) "Wee Kheng Chiang of Sarawak: Entrepreneur Extraordinaire," Malaysian Journal of Chinese Studies: Vol. 1: No. 1, Article 2.
Available at: https://mjcs.newera.edu.my/journal/vol1/iss1/2