Calvin Chong Ket Kiun

• Known locally as the “Chinese YB who helps Muslims”, due to his support in building and repairing multiple surau, launching KAFA classes, and even donating a hearse van and hearse boat to local mosques in Elopura

• Frequently raises issues in the Sabah State Assembly around poverty aid effectiveness, questioning whether aid recipients are actually benefiting from programmes like e-Kasih and Syukur. His sincerity in representing rakyat became evident during a tense Q&A session in April 2025

• Urged state government to address economic stagnation and job scarcity in Sandakan, criticizing the slow development despite it being Sabah’s second-largest city.

• Advocated strongly for a tourist information centre in Sandakan to support visitors and local businesses, stepping in as an informal guide himself when none existed

• Led a digital-centric campaign during COVID-19, with heavy reliance on social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram to reach voters remotely and foster strong engagement during physical distancing

Refused to Sit Down During Assembly Question (April 2025)
In an exchange regarding the profiling of aid recipients, Calvin Chong stood his ground when the assistant minister tried to move on. The Speaker eventually muted both him and the minister to calm the situation.
The Star

Heated Debate Over Esteel Sabah Investment (July 2025)
A tense confrontation unfolded during Question Time when the Industrial Minister accused Chong of publicly politicizing a major investment project—making statements and filing a police report without raising the issue formally in the assembly. Chong retorted that questioning on behalf of the people was his duty.
Borneo Post OnlineSabah Post

Accused of Damaging Sabah’s Investment Image (June 2025)Following his criticisms and actions concerning the Esteel Sabah project, DAP Sabah Youth chief Chan Loong Wei accused Chong of tarnishing Sabah’s reputation as an investment destination, calling his approach irresponsible and ill-informed.
Borneo News

Defense of WARISAN’s Criticism of GRS Government (March 2024)
When WARISAN was accused of spreading falsehoods about GRS’s governance, Calvin defended the party, stating they were merely highlighting real issues facing Sabah., such as rural ailments like poor water supply and frequent blackouts.
Borneo Post Online

Calling Out Sabah CM’s Response to Mining Corruption Allegations (April 2025)
Chong accused the Chief Minister of feigning ignorance on a brewing mining license corruption scandal, urging accountability over nine GRS assemblypersons implicated in MACC investigations.
Malaysiakini

Defection to WARISAN (2022)
On March 26, 2022, Calvin resigned from DAP and joined WARISAN alongside Justin Wong. He cited alignment with Sabah-first values and dissatisfaction with the internal direction of DAP.
The Vibes

Serving as MLA for Elopura Since 2018
Elected in 2018 (with ~6,600 majority) and re-elected in 2020 (~7,680 majority), he has held steady constituency support.
undisabah.com

Raised Constituency Concerns in Assembly
Actively used assembly sessions and the media to press for answers on local issues, including financial aid distribution, infrastructure deficits, and mining-related governance. He has positioned himself as responsive to constituent needs.
The StarMalaysiakini