On Saturday, January 10, 2026, giant pandas Chen Xing and Xiao Yue from the Chinese mainland officially made their public debut at the Giant Panda Conservation Center, Zoo Negara—the national zoo of Malaysia in Selangor 🐼🎉.
Visitors lined up early, phones in hand, eager for their first glimpse of these fluffy ambassadors. They arrived in November 2025 and spent weeks in quarantine and acclimatization. Their debut marks the start of a 10-year panda stay under the China-Malaysia conservation partnership.
This collaboration dates back to 2014, when both sides launched their first round of international panda cooperation. The previous duo, Xing Xing and Liang Liang, called Malaysia home for 11 years before returning to the Chinese mainland in May 2025.
Zoo Negara hopes this new chapter will boost conservation awareness and tourism. For young travelers and wildlife lovers, seeing Chen Xing and Xiao Yue up close is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to connect with these endangered icons.
Whether you're a panda enthusiast, a conservation pro, or simply curious, Malaysia's newest panda pair offers a unique chance to learn about ongoing conservation efforts and enjoy an unforgettable wildlife experience 🐾.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
