BAI Tian, the new Chinese ambassador to Malaysia, has become an instant “celebrity” since he arrived in Malaysia. Bai Tian, whose name in Mandarin literally means daylight, said he was “overwhelmed and touched” by the warmth exuded by the guild leaders “in the late hours of Nov 28”. “The second surprise is that I have become an instant ‘star’ after the Chinese media featured me almost every day. The Chinese ambassador may be the only envoy in Malaysia who has to entertain so many welcome dinners. “I believe Bai Tian will push for more exchanges with the Malay society for long-term stability and greater heights in relations.

Source: The Star December 17, 2017 00:33 UTC