KOTA KINABALU: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Hajiji Haji Noor reiterated the  State Government's appreciation for the continuing support from the Chinese community  as partners in progress and development.. 

"With such solid support, I believe Sabah will always be on the right track under the Hala  Tuju Sabah Maju Jaya development plan" he said at the Federation of Chinese  Associations Sabah (FCAS) Angpow Festival at the Hakka Hall near here tonight. 

His speech was delivered by Deputy Chief Minister II/Local Government and Housing  Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Dr Joachim Gunsalam. 

Hajiji said the Chinese community in Sabah has long played an important role in the  development of the economy, commerce, education, culture and social welfare, among  others. 

The State Government will continue to work with all like-minded organisations including  the FCAS which value political stability, to ensure economic development and progress  will not be impeded, he added.  

Head of State Tun Musa Aman and wife Toh Puan Faridah Tussin graced the event. Ends