On May 17th, 2026, the Earth Breaking Ceremony for the Nan Qiao Ji Gong(“Nanyang Volunteer Drivers and Mechanics”) Memorial was held at the Kuching City South Park. Consul General H.E. Mr. Xing Weiping, Deputy Premier & Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government Sarawak, Datuk Amar Prof. Dr. Sim Kui Hian and Mayor of Kuching South Dato Wee Hong Seng attended the event and delivered remarks.