Chinese-Malaysian woman proud to find grandad honoured in China for secret WWII sacrifice

South China Morning Post Wednesday 30 September 2026, 10:00 UTC By Alice Yan 1 min read

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While travelling in Kunming, southwestern China’s Yunnan province, a Chinese-Malaysian woman unexpectedly came across photos of her late grandfather showcased in a public exhibit. The display celebrated the historical contributions of overseas Chinese machinists who played a vital role in supporting the nation during World War II. The woman’s Chinese name is Zhang Huiqing, although she uses the handle @Huiching on social media.

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