00:00Malaysia's progress should be measured not only by its economic growth,
00:05but also by how well it cares for its people,
00:07particularly the vulnerable and those at risk of being left behind.
00:12Speaking at the launch of GoCare Malaysia's 10th anniversary celebration
00:16and its Careverse, a Planet of Care initiative at 10-star cinema
00:20Hexstar World Empire City on Thursday, MCA Secretary-General Datuk Chong-Sin Wun
00:26said building a resilient and compassionate nation required shared responsibility
00:31and close cooperation between the government, businesses, civil society and individuals.
00:37He highlighted the role of the MCA's Crisis Relief Squad, CRSM,
00:42in disaster rescue, relief and clean-up operations,
00:46stressing the importance of community organisations
00:49in strengthening the country's emergency response.
00:52The true measure of a nation's progress is not only how strong its economy is,
00:58but also how well its people care for one another.
01:03Economic growth, infrastructure and technological advancement are important to Malaysia.
01:10However, progress must ultimately improve people's quality of life
01:15and ensure no one is left behind.
01:19The Careverse initiative aims to encourage businesses, families and young people
01:25to take part in charitable activities and foster a stronger culture of compassion.
01:30Chong said support for vulnerable communities must go beyond financial assistance
01:35to address a wider range of needs, including health care, caregiving,
01:41employment opportunities and social inclusion.
01:43While financial assistance remains essential, we must recognize that different families have different needs.
01:52Today's Careverse initiative and charity movie event reminds us that giving comes in many forms.
02:01beyond money and material donations, companionships, shared experiences and opportunities for social participation can also make a meaningful difference.
02:14He also emphasized the need for stronger disaster preparedness, trained volunteers and robust community networks to ensure vulnerable groups receive
02:24timely assistance during emergencies.
02:26He said government agencies could provide coordination and expertise, businesses could contribute resources,
02:33while community organisations could help identify those most in need.
02:37GoCare Malaysia advisor Datuk Natalie Lim Chong Li said the organization had reached out to more than 10,000 people
02:45over the past decade,
02:47providing essential supplies to hospitals, police personnel and vulnerable communities.
03:11Lim cited GoCare's Modified Motorcycle Assistance Program as an example of how targeted support could help persons with disabilities improve
03:20their mobility,
03:21access employment opportunities and achieve greater independence.
03:25She also called for closer collaboration between the government, businesses and non-governmental organisations to ensure resources were channelled effectively
03:35to communities in need.
03:38As part of its 10th anniversary celebrations and the launch of Careverse,
03:42GoCare will organize a nationwide charity screening of Avengers Doomsday on December 19th, involving about 1,500 beneficiaries, partners, media
03:53representatives and sponsors.
03:55The screenings will take place simultaneously at multiple locations nationwide,
03:59with the main anniversary event at 10-star cinema in Hexstar World Empire City.
04:05DR.
04:08One more, one more, hold on, hold on.
