August 11, 2026

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Robert Yap

(From Left to Right: Tan Sri Michael Yeoh, President of KSI Strategic Institute for Asia Pacific; Hon. Datuk Seri Ir. Dr Wee Ka Siong, President of Malaysian Chinese Association; Dr Robert Yap, Executive Chairman of YCH Group; Dr. Sok Siphana, Senior Minister of the Royal Government of Cambodia in charge of International and Multilateral Trade and Economic Affairs; Tan Sri Majid Khan, Chairman of KSI Strategic Institute for Asia Pacific)

Dr. Robert Yap has been recognized with the World Chinese Distinguished Entrepreneur Lifetime Achievement Award at GCET 2024.

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia, Nov. 28, 2024 /VB/ — Dr. Robert Yap, Executive Chairman of YCH Group, was honored with the 2024 World Chinese Distinguished Entrepreneur Lifetime Achievement Award at the Global Chinese Economic & Technology Summit (GCET 2024) in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. This prestigious award acknowledges Dr. Yap’s significant contributions to promoting economic collaboration, improving regional trade efficiency, and strengthening connections within the global Chinese community. His visionary leadership has played a crucial role in advancing sustainable economic integration and enhancing trade relations between ASEAN and China.

Dr. Yap has been a driving force behind the ASEAN Smart Logistics Network (ASLN), which facilitates connectivity between hubs across ASEAN and China. Through YCH Group’s SuperPorts™ network, trade flows are streamlined, transit times are reduced, and regional trade efficiency is enhanced.

The SGConnect™ Initiative, led by YCH Group, supports ASLN’s goals by offering sustainable solutions to ASEAN member states to promote growth without negative impacts. By combining smart technologies and green logistics, these initiatives contribute to efficient and environmentally responsible trade flows.

Dr. Yap has been a dedicated advocate for the ASEAN Economic Community for over two decades. Under his leadership, the ASEAN Business Awards were established to recognize the achievements of enterprises and individuals within the region. In 2018, the Smart Growth Connect (SGConnect™) legacy project was launched to foster a resilient and connected ASEAN.

Dr. Yap’s leadership has laid a solid foundation for an intelligent and resilient supply chain framework across ASEAN. Initiatives like the Vietnam SuperPort™ and upcoming projects like the Cambodia SuperPort™ are instrumental in realizing the vision of the ASEAN Smart Logistics Network (ASLN).

Recognized for his outstanding contributions, Dr. Yap was recently named an Emeritus Council Member, solidifying his legacy as a champion of regional collaboration and economic integration.

With over four decades of experience, Dr. Yap’s innovative approach continues to empower ASEAN member states and the global Chinese business community to collaborate, innovate, and drive sustainable progress in global trade.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Cecil Chua
Head of Corporate Communications, YCH Group
Email: cecil.chua@ych.com

About YCH Group

YCH Group is a leading Singaporean end-to-end supply chain solutions partner, serving some of the world’s largest companies and favorite brands across more than 100 cities in the Asia Pacific region. YCH focuses on boosting productivity and sustainability for its customers with its suite of award-winning solutions across various industries. Recognized for its innovative approach, YCH is known for seamlessly integrating supply chain strategy with execution through its 7PL™ approach.