GEORGE TOWN, May 18 — Long-serving aide to Wong Hon Wai, Kyle Choong, was officially admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya on May 15 at the Penang High Court.

Choong began his public service journey in 2018 as an intern during Wong’s tenure as Member of Parliament before later serving as a Parliamentary Research Assistant.

And subsequently as a Special Officer under the Penang State EXCO Office for Tourism and Creative Economy (PETACE).

A University of London graduate who later completed his Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP), Choong also undertook his pupillage before returning to public service.

Over the years, he contributed to major Penang events and administrative initiatives. Wong said he had always encouraged young people to pursue their ambitions.

While Choong is also expected to assist the Paya Terubong service centre in providing legal guidance and public assistance.