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The HKSI and The National Sports Council of Malaysia (NSC) formalised a strategic partnership with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at strengthening cooperation in high-performance sport and related professional fields.

The MOU was signed by the Director General of NSC, Mr Jefri Ngadirin and Chief Executive of the HKSI, Mr Tony Choi MH, and witnessed by Mr Mordi Bimol, Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports. The agreement will be effective for a period of three years.

The MOU establishes a structured framework for collaboration between NSC and the HKSI, reflecting the commitment of both institutions in advancing sports excellence through international cooperation. The partnership focuses on strengthening systems that support elite athlete performance, professional development, and institutional capacity.

Key areas of cooperation include collaborative research in sports science and sports medicine, exchange of expertise and best practices in high-performance training and performance technology, and capacity-building initiatives involving athletes, coaches, support staff, and technical officials.

The agreement also encourages joint participation in conferences, seminars, workshops, and other professional platforms to promote knowledge sharing and innovation.

All programmes and activities under the MOU will be jointly planned and agreed by both parties to ensure it aligns with the objectives and readiness for effective execution.

The signing of the MOU marks an important milestone in NSC’s efforts to strengthen international partnerships. It positions both NSC and the HKSI to leverage their respective strengths, share expertise, and jointly contribute to the long-term development of elite sport ecosystems in Malaysia and Hong Kong.

Through this collaboration, both institutions reaffirm their commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainable professional growth in sport.