Unconditional support, International cooperation providing aid to Malaysia
Chief Minister of Sabah praises charitable act, presents a letter of gratitude
As the Covid-19 outbreak ravages worldwide, the number of confirmed cases continues to spike. Want Want Group has made the decision to take on Corporate Social Responsibility and provide aid to those affected by the pandemic on a global scale. After previously aiding seven cities in the Kanagawa Prefecture in Japan, Want Want Group continues its mission to engage in international cooperation despite challenging circumstances under which all countries are attempting to fight the deadly virus. The organization is now assisting the Malaysian state of Sabah as part of its charitable task in providing support across international borders.
In early April, Want Want Group expressed its intention in assisting the state of Sabah by donating Slightly Acidic Hypochlorous Acid Water, also known as Water Guard, which is a chlorine-based solution proven to be an effective disinfectant against the Covid-19 virus. The state government of Sabah took immediate interest in cooperating with the organization to defend its people from the rampant virus, and Governor Juhar bin Haji Mahiruddin instructed the state’s related government bodies to actively engage with Want Want Group in the generous donation project to recover the state from the crisis. However, with constant flight cancellations, closing borders, and other strict restrictions imposed by nations worldwide, the project was brought to a halt. Despite these tough conditions, the collaboration between the two bodies took place nonetheless after showcasing constant persistence and desire for international partnership.
During the ceremony held on July 1st, chief minister Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Mohd Shafie Bin Haji Apdal expressed his sincerest gratitude towards the kind donation from Want Want Group. Datuk Balwant Singh Kler, who represented the organization at the handover ceromony, “I personally am very grateful for the aid provided by Want Want Group during this difficult time for my country.” says Balwant regarding the generous act. He then praises Taiwan for its effective and efficient efforts against Covid-19 that have saved its people and holds an impressive record for the lowest cases worldwide,“We learn from Taiwan because Taiwan is very successful”, and encourages other nations to accommodate methods used by Taiwan CDC in reducing the impact of the virus. Sabah State Government will then following through the installation of the first batch donation, which includes six Slightly Acidic Hypochlorous Acid Water generators and a-hundred-and-eight electrolyte bottles. These are expected to be installed and available free of cost to frontline medical professionals as well as the general public at six of the main hospitals of Sabah State, including Hospital Queen Elizabeth, Kota Kinabalu, Hospital Duchess of Kent, Sandakan, Hospital Tawau, Hospital Lahad Datu, and Hospital Keningau.
The main disinfecting component of the Water God is Hypochlorous Acid (HCIO). The pH level of the chemical compound ranges from 5.0 to 6.5, similar to the amount residing in the human body. The compound is colorless, a slight smell of chlorine, and is pollution-free with no chemical residue. The solution is a safe liquid that rids of odor, and is extremely cheap and convenient, as it can be applied on a wide range of objects as well as different environmental settings as a whole. A professor from the life-science department at the Kitasato University in Japan spent many years of research that proved Hypochlorous Acid (HCIO) to act extremely effective against pathogenic bacteria. Want Want Group recognized the unique characteristic of this chemical compound and went ahead to import necessary equipment from Japan in order to produce the disinfecting Water God solution. As a result, whether it’s a natural disaster or a global pandemic, the organization acts immediately to supply the handy liquid to those in need, including the current Covid-19 outbreak.
Sabah, consisting of Kudat, Sandakan, Lahad Datu, Semporna, Tawau, and other neighboring islands, is the third most populous state in Malaysia, and a region full of prosperous natural landscapes as well as abundant cultural and historical landmarks.
During this difficult time, Want Want Group has asserted its role of social responsibility, proving itself to be helpful in assisting other nations facing the rage of the global pandemic. The organization’s support to the state of Sabah and Malaysia in fighting against Covid-19 will continue to encourage more individuals to contribute to the recovery of nations with an optimistic and persistent mindset in hopes of reinforcing international solidarity.