Uncle Tan Sri Lau Hieng Ding passed away on Christmas Day 2018. May His Soul Rest in Peace.
He was a member of Malaysian Parliament for nearly 30 years, thus making him one of the longest serving MPs in Malaysia. He represented Sarikei, although he was born in Nang Chong Village in Sibu.
After graduating from Nanyang University with a Bachelor of Commerce in 1961, he returned to Sibu to serve in the district council from 1964 to 1981. The following year he stood for election as MP and won. He received many well deserved awards during his service. In 2004 he stepped down as full minister of Science and Technology but he continued to serve his people in many different capacities.
While serving in Kuala Lumpur he and his wife never forgot their roots and tried very best to help the Foochows and other Sarawakians. One of the most memorable acts he and his wife did was to help anyone who needed a passport or visa. They would personally receive their guests at the airport and even queue at the Damansara Passport Office. His humble service will long be remembered by people he had helped.
He was an illustrious son of Sarawak. And a beloved member of the Foochow Lau Clan of Minqing subdialect group too. Thousands of people came to his funeral service in Sibu.
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