Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi

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The current Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi main building in Penang is 120 years old, having been completed in 1906 following a fire. While the clan association itself was established in 1835 or earlier, and the original, more opulent, structure was completed in 1894, the present-day, scaled-down version was rebuilt shortly after the fire destroyed the original, taking roughly four years to complete.

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Key Historical Dates for Khoo Kongsi:
1835: The clan group was officially formed.
1851: A local bungalow was converted into the first, official, clanhouse, known as Leong San Tong.
1894: Work began on a highly ambitious new structure, completed in 1894, which burned down shortly after in 1901.
1902-1906: Reconstruction occurred following the 1901 fire, resulting in the current, slightly smaller building.
2001: Significant restoration works were completed.

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Located in George Town, it remains the largest and most prestigious clan house in Malaysia.

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04/03/2026

Chan Soo Khian grew up next to Khoo Kongsi, in a world of aunties, uncles, cousins, and a compound alive with activity. His 15-suite hotel now sits in that same historic orbit, translating personal memory into design details and rare after-hours moments inside the clan grounds.

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02/01/2026

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Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi celebrate its 190th Anniversary
Khoo Boo Yeang: Promoting Extracurricular Activities
Sin Kang Primary School plans to build swimming pool.
(Georgetown, 28th)
Khoo Boo Yeang, President of Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi revealed that Sin Kang Primary School plans to build a swimming pool and actively promote more extracurricular activities to help students achieve a balance between academic and physical development and implement the concept of all-round education.
Sin Kang Primary School celebrated its 118th Anniversary last year and the goal is to develop the school into a model Chinese Primary School in Malaysia.
To promote digital education Khoo pointed out that the school provide students with free laptops, while teachers are moving towards a digital teaching environment.
He said that in order to protect the health of students and to avoid parents worrying about the potential health hazards of prolonged use of wireless networks, the school has installed emGuarde electromagnetic radiation protection equipment and set up Kangen health water dispenser to provide students with high quality drinking water.
The improved recreational facilities will attract more children of the Khoo clan to attend Sin Kang Primary School.
In fact all the students enrolled in the school will get higher grants from Khoo Kongsi compared to if they enroll in other primary schools.
In addition he said they are also planning how to attract more non-Chinese students, particularly Malay and Indian students to enroll in Sin Kang Primary School.
We aim to foster friendship among students from a young age, fostering greater ethnic inclusiveness and harmony in Malaysian society.
Upgrading the World Heritage Area
More than 100 old houses
Khoo Boo Yeang said that Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi has undertaken an urban renewal project and collaborated with several developers to upgrade over a hundred old houses in Georgetown's World Heritage area,
transforming them into modern cafes, pubs, and souvenir shops.
He pointed out that the 16 old houses located at the entrance of the Clan house have been renovated by the Soori Hotel Group and transformed into a boutique hotel, which is expected to officially open next week. This hotel will become the second "leading hotel of the world" in Malaysia.
He said the hotel group plans to develop Khoo Kongsi Courtyard into a must-visit tourist attraction and hold cultural performances and sell local handicrafts at night.
"Since there aren't many night-time tourist attractions in Georgetown, this plan will be a major selling point.
He added that the entire project requires no investment from the Kongsi, yet can generate substantial rental income for the Kongsi.
The Trustees also presented commemorative plaques to those who received honours, including Khoo Kay Hock (Soo Pang), the Hon. Secretary and Khoo Khay Hock (Chan Pang), the Hon. Auditor, both of whom received the PKT. Deputy President Khoo Lean Huat (PJK).
Clansmen Kah Kheng (JMK), Sub Inspector Khai Keat (PPN), Kay Huat (DMPN), Boon Hoe (PJK).
Make graduates Chun Kai, Sian Zhen, Lay Sin, Kay Kai, Dr Damien YiYuan, Raymond Teng Seng, Ding Lin, Dr Kah Meng, Jing Yan, and Dr Jian Tong.
Female graduates Yee Ching, Dr Lee Min, Nellie Nee Liq, Mei Hui, Jia Yi, Zhi Yun, Samantha Min Suen, Shannon Wei Lynn and Ariel Sui Ki.

02/01/2026

Sin Chew Daily
Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi Penang dinner
Promote the concept of an all-round education
Sin Kang Primary School plans to build a swimming pool
(Penang 28th) Khoo Boo Yeang, President of Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi Penang and Chairman of the Board of Governors of Sin Kang Primary School said that the school plans to build a swimming pool and actively promote more extrcurricular activities to help students achieve a balance between academic and physical development and implement the concept of all-round education.
Speaking at the Kongsi's 190th Anniversary celebrations and dinner to honour university graduates he said that the Board of Governors goal is to develop Sin Kang Primary School into a landmark Chinese Primary School in Malaysia.
Install electromagnetic radiation harmoniser equipment
He pointed out that the school provides students with free laptops, while teachers use smart boards for teaching, fully moving towards a digital teaching environment.
He said that inorder to protect the health of teachers and students and to avoid parents concerns about the potential health hazards of prolonged use of wireless networks, the school specially installed electromagnetic radiation harmoniserss.,
The facilities also include Kangen Water machine to provide high quality healthy drinking water to teachers and students.
He hopes that the improvement of the school's facilities and resources, more members of the Khoo clan will be attractred to send their children to Sin Kang Primary School.
He said the school also plan on how to attract more non_Chinese, particularly Malays and Indians to send their children to Sin Kang Primary School.
Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi launches Urban Renewal Plan
Regarding the development of the Kongsi, Khoo Boo Yeang said that they have launched an Urban Renewal Project and are working with several developers to upgrade more than 100 old houses in the Georgetown World Heritage Site transforming them into modern cafes, pubs and souvenir shops.
He pointed out that the 16 old houses at the entrance of the Kongsi have been renovated by the Soori Hotel Group and converted into a boutique hotel which is expected to open next week. The hotel is expected to be listed as the second "leading hotel of the world" in Malaysia.
He said the hotel group plans to develop the courtyard of the Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi into a must-visit tourist attraction and hold cultural performances and stalls selling Penang handicrafts at night (with the Clan House fully lighted up)
He added that the plan is to bring considerable rental income to the Kongsi.

31/12/2025

28/12/2025

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190th Anniv Dinner 27.12.25
*Khoo Boo Yang: Upholding Social Responsibility — Supporting Education and Cultural Heritage*

(Celebrating the 190th Anniversary of Khoo Kongsi)

(George Town, 28th)
Khoo Boo Yang, Chairman of the Khoo Kongsi Board of Trustees, stated that since its establishment, Khoo Kongsi has consistently upheld its responsibility to give back to society and to nurture future generations of clan members. Through continued efforts in education development, clan relations, and asset growth, the association aims to create long-term value for both the clan and society.

On Saturday (27th), he attended the 190th Anniversary Celebration of Khoo Kongsi, where he noted that the anniversary is calculated from 1835, the year Khoo Kongsi was formally established. If traced back to 1816, when the ancestral temple was first founded, the organization’s history would span 209 years.

This year, 19 clan members from various universities received recognition, including 10 male and 9 female graduates, with 7 recipients receiving special awards for outstanding academic achievement. Graduates were encouraged to contribute to society in their future careers and to carry forward the spirit of giving back, continuing the clan’s legacy.

*Support for Education*

Khoo Boo Yang highlighted Khoo Kongsi’s long-standing support for Xinjiang Primary School. In conjunction with the school’s 118th anniversary, the association successfully raised RM3 million, fully allocated to upgrading school facilities. Improvements include:

New classrooms and campus beautification

Toilets, LED screens, stage lighting, and sound systems

He added that the school is moving toward the goal of becoming a “Malaysia-style Little Apple (Apple-inspired school)”, providing students with free laptops and fully implementing smart education and digital learning. The school has also upgraded drinking water systems, strengthened health facilities, and plans to build a swimming pool and enhance outdoor activities to support holistic education.

He encouraged more clan members to enroll their children at Xinjiang Primary School, noting that alumni may receive preferential consideration when applying for Khoo Kongsi higher-education scholarships.

*Cultural Exchange & Clan Relations*

On clan and international exchange, he said Khoo Kongsi maintains close ties with clans in Xiamen (China), with frequent exchanges. In April this year, over 50 clan members from George Town, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, and other regions participated in the biennial Baosheng Dadi Festival in Xiamen. The Xiamen authorities have also proposed exchange programs for Xinjiang Primary School students.

*Qing Ming Clan Gathering*

He announced that starting next year, during the Qing Ming Festival, Khoo Kongsi will host an annual Khoo Clan Family Reunion Dinner, with the inaugural event scheduled for April 4 next year.

*Asset Development*

Regarding asset development, he said Khoo Kongsi is promoting urban renewal projects, upgrading and revitalizing commercial spaces within the heritage zone, transitioning them toward food & beverage, cultural, and commercial uses.

He added that 16 shop units near the clan entrance are currently under renovation and will be converted into a hotel, expected to open later and generate rental income for the association.
Additionally, the 350-acre Sunshine Group project in Ai Yi Tan is progressing steadily, helping to strengthen Khoo Kongsi’s long-term financial foundation.

*Closing*

He expressed gratitude to all clan members, board members, and business partners for their continued support, and reaffirmed that Khoo Kongsi will continue to play an active role in cultural preservation, education, and social development.

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