KUALA LUMPUR, January 29 – In a strategic move to ensure continued growth and leadership excellence, KPMG in Malaysia has officially declared the appointment of Foong Mun Kong as the incoming Managing Partner, effective January 1, 2025. Mun Kong, currently serving as the Head of Audit, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role, having played a crucial role in various capacities at organizations like the Malaysian Institute of Accountants and the Malaysian Accounting Standards Board.
This transition follows the one-year succession plan laid out by Datuk Johan Idris, who will gracefully transition to the position of Non-Executive Chairman upon completing his tenure as Managing Partner on December 31, 2024. Datuk Johan Idris expressed confidence in Mun Kong, stating, “I’m extremely pleased to welcome Mun Kong as my successor with the full confidence that his expertise and leadership will benefit KPMG and the clients our professionals serve. This passing of the torch is part of the firm’s one-year succession plan to ensure that KPMG remains on solid footing to drive continued business growth in Malaysia.”
Foong Mun Kong, acknowledging the honor bestowed upon him, stated, “It’s an honor to be elected the incoming Managing Partner of KPMG in Malaysia, a firm that has been the foundation of my own career. I’m grateful for the trust placed in me by my fellow partners and shall endeavor to build on the strong foundation Datuk Johan has put in place by harnessing the full breadth of our multi-disciplinary model to deliver sustainable value to our clients.” The leadership transition marks a strategic move for KPMG, emphasizing stability, continuity, and a commitment to client service
