MABOPA, Higher Education Press China sign publishing partnership
MABOPA and Higher Education Press China (HEP) signed a Memorandum of Understanding to expand joint publishing projects across education and digital resources.
Source: Malaysian Publishers Association · July 28, 2026 at 10:58 PM · AI-assisted report
Single-sourceKUALA LUMPUR, 29 JULY 2026 —
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23, 2024 — MABOPA (Malaysian Book Publishers Association) and Higher Education Press China (HEP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to expand joint publishing projects in education and digital resources. The agreement was formalized during a meeting hosted by Sunway University, attended by MABOPA’s Executive Committee, including President Sheikh Faisal Sheikh Mansor, and representatives from MAPIM (Malaysian Scholarly Publishing Council).
The collaboration aims to develop Chinese language learning materials, vocational education resources, and academic co-publishing initiatives, including children’s readers, textbooks in emerging fields, and English-language monographs and journals. HEP President Liu Chao also highlighted interest in digital education initiatives, such as digital textbooks and online courses, pending further assessment of Malaysia’s digital education landscape.
The MOU establishes a framework for future joint ventures, with both parties expressing optimism about long-term cooperation. The signing follows productive discussions on shared goals, including enhancing educational resource quality and accessibility in Malaysia and China.
The partnership is expected to create new opportunities for Malaysia’s publishing industry, particularly in digital and academic publishing. Further details on implementation timelines and project specifics remain undisclosed.
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Malaysia Impact
The partnership is expected to have a positive impact on the Malaysian market, particularly in the education sector. It may lead to the development of digital education initiatives, enhancing the quality and accessibility of educational resources in Malaysia.