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Jollibee Malaysia opens in Kota Kinabalu

By Wei ZhangMalaysia
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Jollibee Malaysia has opened its first outlet – in the beachside city of Kota Kinabalu. CEO Ernesto Tanmantiong said opening in Malaysia marked a new chapter for the group.

“We invite Malaysians to come and see for themselves why people line up for hours.”

Jollibee Foods head of international business, Dennis Flores, said Jollibee is beloved throughout Asia, because it appeals to diverse tastes and cultures.

“This has propelled us to become the fastest-growing Asian restaurant company, and we are thankful for the overwhelming support. It drives us to do better for our customers, and to continue to serve delicious food with our signature warm service.”

The Jollibee Malaysia opening follows the brand’s recent expansion into London and Manhattan as its rapidly expands its global store network to surpass 4300.

After making its debut in the capital of Sabah, Jollibee Malaysia plans further outlets in major cities across the country.

Questions & Answers

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Where is Jollibee's first Malaysian outlet located?

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Jollibee Malaysia's first outlet is situated in Kota Kinabalu, a beachside city. This opening marks a new chapter for the Jollibee group as it expands its presence in Southeast Asia and globally.

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Who is the CEO of Jollibee, and what did he say about the Malaysian opening?

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Ernesto Tanmantiong is the CEO of Jollibee. He stated that the opening in Malaysia signifies a new chapter for the group and invited Malaysians to experience why people queue for their food.

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What is Jollibee's strategy for future expansion in Malaysia?

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Following its debut in Kota Kinabalu, Jollibee Malaysia intends to open additional outlets in major cities across the country. This is part of its rapid global expansion strategy.

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How does Jollibee explain its rapid growth in the restaurant industry?

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Jollibee attributes its growth to appealing to diverse tastes and cultures, making it beloved across Asia. This approach has helped propel it to become the fastest-growing Asian restaurant company.

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