December 8, 2025, Kuala
Lumpur, HELP University today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with
Borneo Empurau Farm and Resort Sdn Bhd, marking the beginning of a strategic
collaboration to strengthen educational, professional, and research initiatives
for communities in Sarawak. The ceremony took place at HELP University on 8
December 2025 and was officiated by senior representatives from both
institutions.
The MoU was signed by HELP
University and Borneo Empurau Farm and Resort Sdn Bhd, represented by its
Chairman and Founder, Dato’ Dr Yong Fook Heng, who is also a distinguished DBA graduate
of HELP University via the APEL.Q track. The agreement represents a shared
commitment to enhancing human capital development through a wide range of
academic and professional training activities.
Under this collaboration, HELP
University and Borneo Empurau Farm and Resort Sdn Bhd will jointly develop and
deliver executive education programmes and professional training,s, staff
development initiatives, collaborative research projects and other mutually
beneficial education and industry driven activities. The partnership aims to
offer high-quality and industry learning opportunities for professionals, educators, and communities
throughout the region.
Dato’ Dr Yong expressed strong
confidence in the transformative impact of the partnership, noting its relevance not only for Sarawak but
for wider regional impact in the years to come.. He highlighted that the
collaboration will play a crucial role in elevating educational access and
training quality, especially in Kuching, Serian, and the Samarahan area. He
added that Borneo Empurau Farm and Resort’s strategic location between Kuching
and Serian positions it as an ideal hub for educational outreach, community development,
and industry-relevant training programs.
According to Prof. Dr. Andy
Liew, Vice-Chancellor of HELP University, “This partnership is not just about
training in hospitality, agro-industry, or digital skills. It is about offering
opportunity, renewal, and hope to individuals who are seeking a second chance.
At HELP, we believe that education must touch lives, uplift communities, and
restore dignity. This collaboration allows us to put that belief into
meaningful action”.
“This MoU marks an important
milestone for both HELP University and Borneo Empurau Farm and Resort,” said
Dato’ Dr Yong. “Through this partnership, we aim to bring new opportunities in
executive education, research, and professional development to the people of
Sarawak. Our goal is to empower local communities and industries with the
knowledge and skills needed to thrive in an increasingly competitive and
innovative environment.”
HELP University
representatives echoed this sentiment, emphasising the institution’s ongoing
mission to provide world-class education and expand its footprint in East
Malaysia. The collaboration will allow HELP University to strengthen its
engagement with local industries, support workforce upskilling, and generate
meaningful research outcomes that contributes to both economic development and
social advancement.
This partnership reflects HELP
University’s broader strategy to foster industry-academic linkages that create
real-world impact. By working closely with a dynamic organisation such as
Borneo Empurau Farm and Resort known for its innovative aquaculture practices
and contribution to the sustainable farming ecosystem— HELP
University seeks to build bridges between academic expertise and evolving
industry needs.
The ceremony concluded with
both parties expressing optimism for long-term collaboration, with plans to
begin programme development and joint activities in the coming months.