“Sin Chew Daily was incorporated in 1929, and has continued publications in various circumstances; under British colonialism, Japanese Occupation, Independence Movement, as well as the early years of nationhood until today.

Sin Chew Daily was suspended on two occasions; first during the Japanese Occupation of Malaya and Singapore between 1942 and 1945, and the second time was when the Malaysian government suspended Sin Chew Daily's licence under the Printing Presses and Publications Act in 1987. With the effort of the current chairman Tan Sri Sir Tiong Hiew King, Sin Chew Daily resumed publication on 8th April 1988.

The circulation of Sin Chew Daily has improved steadily ever since the resumption of its publication. Today, some 400,000 copies of the newspaper are sold each day, with more than 1.18 million people reading it in Malaysia, making Sin Chew Daily not only the best selling Chinese language newspaper in Southeast Asia, but also the largest Chinese language newspaper outside mainland China.

In October 2004, Sin Chew Daily, along with its sister publications Guang Ming Daily, Eye Asia, Sinchew.com.my and three educational publications Cahaya Sin Chew, Sinaran Sin Chew and Bintang Sin Chew, were formally restructured as Sin Chew Media Corporation Berhad , and was listed on the Main Board of Bursa Malaysia.

On 29 January 2007, Sin Chew Media Corporation and the Ming Pao Group of Hong Kong announced a merger program, and invited the participation of Nanyang Press Holdings. Under the merger program, Sin Chew Media Corporation will acquire Ming Pao Enterprise through a reverse takeover as a positive step towards its globalisation plan. Ming Pao Enterprise will take over Sin Chew Media Corporation's listing status on the Main Board of Bursa Malaysia, to become the fi rst company seeking a dual listing in both Malaysia and Hong Kong.

In January 2008, Sin Chew Media Corporation, Nanyang Press Holdings and Ming Pao Enterprise held their respective EGMs, and the merger program was accepted unanimously by all three EGMs.

The new group will be called Media Chinese International Limited. Among the Chinese language publications under its banner are Ming Pao, Sin Chew Daily, Guang Ming Daily, Nanyang Siang Pau, China Press, as well as Yazhou Zoukan, Eye Asia and more than 30 other periodicals. Ming Pau is published in four different editions in North America, namely Toronto, Vancouver, New York and San Francisco. They are joined by other publications under Tan Sri Sir Tiong's other companies such as Cambodia Sin Chew Daily, Harian Indonesia and the English language daily The National in Papua New Guinea.

“星洲日報創刊於1929年，經歷過英國殖民地時代、抗日時期、獨立運動，直至建國之后的今天。

《星洲日報》曾二度停刊，第一次是在1942至1945年，因日軍南侵，馬、新兩地相繼淪陷而被迫停刊﹔第二次是1987年遭馬來西亞政府援引出版和印刷法令吊銷出版准証。 1988年4月8日，在現任社長丹斯裡張曉卿爵士及高層的努力爭取之下，《星洲日報》得以復刊。

復刊后，發行量節節上升，今已達40萬份，每天有超過118萬的馬來西亞人閱讀《星洲日報》，使《星洲日報》不僅成為東南亞發行量最高的華文報章，也是中港台以外最大的華文日報。

2004年10月，《星洲日報》連同《光明日報》、《亞洲眼》、《星洲網》及其它3份教育周刊《學海》、《星星》及《小星星》正式組成星洲媒體集團，並在吉隆坡証券交易所主要交易板上市。

2007年1月29日，星洲媒體集團和香港明報集團宣布合並，並邀請南洋報業參與。在合並計劃下，星洲媒體將倒置收購明報企業，實現走向全球的計劃。明報企業將取代星洲媒體在大馬股票交易所主要交易板的上市地位，成為第一家在大馬與香港雙邊上市的公司。

2008年1月，星洲媒體、南洋報業以及明報企業分別舉行股東特大。三個特大都以近100%的票數通過合並計劃。新集團取名“世華媒體”，旗下中文日報包括《明報》、《星洲日報》、《光明日報》、《南洋商報》、《中國報》，以及《亞洲周刊》、《亞洲眼》等三十多家雜志。其中，《明報》在北美發行4個地方版本，分別是多倫多版、溫哥華版、紐約版與三藩市版，外加張曉卿旗下公司出版的《柬埔寨星洲日報》、《印尼星洲日報》與巴布亞新幾內亞英文報《The National》，業務版圖分布得極廣。

Late 90s, to expand its media frontier, Sin Chew Daily made its digital presence as SinChew-i.com, and slowly evolving to its present form of SinChew.com.my. The sinchew.com. my is the principle news portal of MCIL Multimedia Sdn Bhd, under which there are also other news portals like guangming.com.my, nanyang.com, chinapress.com.my as well as an English news site at www.mysinchew.com

As of August 2013, SinChew.com.my boosts 2 million monthly unique visitors and page views of 18 million, making it the leading Chinese news portal in Malaysia.  

To fully embrace the all media era, SinChew.com.my sought to develop media strategy that enhances its content via multimedia element, as such its video production, news report, photo galleries could be seen on various platforms, including mobile sites, mobile applications on iOS and Andriod etc.

90年代末，迎接媒體新時代，星洲日報架設網站，拓展紙媒以外的事業。迄今，星洲網網每月獨立訪客人數達200萬，瀏覽量達千萬，奠定其作為馬來西亞領先華文新聞網的地位，擁抱全媒體時代，星洲網開拓各類多媒體產品，包括視頻內容、彩信、流動應用程式等。

 

CIMB Group is Malaysia’s second largest financial services provider and one of ASEAN’s leading universal banking groups. CIMB offers conventional as well as Islamic products and services covering consumer banking, commercial banking, corporate banking, investment banking, asset management and bancassurance.

 

Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, the Group is present in nine out of 10 ASEAN nations (Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, Brunei, Vietnam, Myanmar and Laos). Beyond ASEAN, the Group has market presence in China, Hong Kong, India, Sri Lanka, Korea, the US and UK.

 

CIMB’s Commercial Banking Regional Office has been set up to enable customers to leverage on the Group’s strong ASEAN presence and network.

 

As a corollary of CIMB Group’s regional infrastructure, the Commercial Banking arm is proud to have facilitated the business expansion of SMEs and Mid-Corps into our core markets of Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam. Our role in each successful cross-border transaction is a testament of our key value proposition in bringing ASEAN closer to our business customers.

 

CIMB Group Commercial Banking offers a complete and seamless banking solutions covering both off-the-shelf and individually tailored products and financing services (conventional and Islamic) such as loan financing, transaction banking (trade financing and cash management solutions), treasuryrelated services and digital banking that meet the individual needs of clients across industries. Our experienced sales and coverage teams are well equipped to handle the different needs and requirements of corporates across all sectors.

 

Customers are able to benefit from our network of more than 6000 ATMs and Commercial Banking Centres with co-located Trade Services Centres across the region, servicing over 12 million customers.

 

For more information on our Commercial Banking products and services, please call 03-6204 7788, email [email protected] or visit www.cimbbank.com.my or www.cimbislamic.com.

 

聯昌集團是馬來西亞第二大金融服務機構，也是東盟領先的多元金融集團，提供傳統與回教銀行金融服務及產品，業務包括零售銀行、商業銀行、企業銀行、投資銀行、資產管理和銀行保險。

 

以馬來西亞吉隆坡為總部的聯昌集團，其業務范圍在10個東盟國家中就已遍及9個國家（馬來西亞、印尼、新加坡、泰國、柬埔寨、汶萊、越南、緬甸和寮國)。除了東盟，聯昌集團的業務范圍也擴及中國、香港、印度、斯裡蘭卡、韓國、美國和英國。

 

為了讓客戶能充分善用集團在東盟的優勢及廣泛的網絡，我們也特別設立商業 銀行區域辦事處。

 

作為聯昌集團區域基礎設施的推論，其商業銀行業務自豪地促進中小型企業和中型公司在馬來西亞，印尼，新加坡，泰國，柬埔寨和越南的核心市場之間的業務擴張。我們在每次成功的跨境交易中的角色都証明了我們的關鍵價值主張使東盟更接近我們的商業客戶。

 

聯昌集團商業銀行提供完善的金融方案，包括現有與根據需求特別設定的專屬銀行產品及金融服務（傳統及回教銀行服務），比如借貸融資、交易處理（貿易融資及現金管理方案） 、營運資金的相關服務及電子銀行，以滿足客戶個別的企業需求。

 

我們專業且經驗豐富的銷售和信貸團隊時時做好充分准備以應對各種不同的問題，滿足各個領域不同的企業需求。我們在區域分布超過6000台自動取款機和同時亦是貿易服務中心的商業銀行中心，這廣泛的服務網絡將受益和方便我們1200萬的客戶。

 

欲知更多關於商業銀行的產品與服務詳情，請致電03-6204 7788，[email protected]，或瀏覽 www.cimbbank.com.my 或 www.cimbislamic.com。

Fine Paper Takeo (M) Sdn Bhd is a leading specialist paper merchant in Malaysia. Established in 1997, in Kuala Lumpur, we have offices and warehouse in Northern, Central & Southern region, serving including Singapore market since year 2013.

We are committed to providing high quality service and products and ensure responsible usage of forest resources in our operation. We are certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) in year 2008.

Our company is supported by our main shareholder and head office, Takeo Co. Ltd, Japan, which has more than 100 years of history in the speciality paper industry.

Customer satisfaction is at the heart of Fine Paper Takeo (M) Sdn Bhd.

As paper specialists, we have deep insights into the way paper inspires the very essence of human communication throughout history. Our vision is to promote culture and to identify the essence of paper as the basis of communication.

We continually inspire current and future generations of consumers about the matchless qualities of fine paper.

OUR AWARDS
• SIN CHEW BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS
• SUPPORTING PARTNER YEAR 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
• CSR EXCELLENCE AWARD YEAR 2013
• PRODUCT AND SERVICE EXCELLENCE AWARD YEAR 2014 & 2016
• RETAIL EXCELLENCE AWARD YEAR 2015
• BUSINESS SUSTAINABILITY EXCELLENCE AWARD YEAR 2016
• SAHABAT NEGARA SME AWARD YEAR 2015
• MAWN, PASSION COMMITMENT ENTERPRENEUR AWARD YEAR 2014
• MALAYSIA CHINA SILK ROAD INTERNATIONAL GOODWILL AMBASSADOR AWARD YEAR 2016
• NANYANG GOLDEN EAGLE AWARD 2016

Skynet is one of the leading and fastest growing courier service provider in Malaysia. Established in 1992, Skynet has expanded their presence in the local scene with more than 80 full fledge stations and more than 60 Walk-In Centre to serve the consumer. It provides range of services from Special Pick-Up, Delivery, Diplomat Service, Bulk Mailing, Warehousing and Pick & Pack Services. In 2004, Skynet had developed a user friendly Track & Trace feature with imaging where customer can track their shipment status via www.skynet.com.my. In 2006, Skynet was ISO certified and with this recognition it has leads Skynet to a more systematic, competent and consumer oriented organization.

With extensive network and coverage areas supported by strong infrastructure and our strong alliance with our global partner TOLL Global Express for international movement, Skynet is able to provide Fast Accurate Reliable services to consumer locally and internationally.

In the 21st century, the convention and exhibition industry is one of the most important and fastest growing industries. One of the key ingredients for any successful meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions (MICE) or now better known as the business events is the location. The spectacular Setia City Convention Centre (the Centre), located in the heart of Setia Alam Township and it is centrally located as well as easily accessible from major urban centres of Kuala Lumpur, Petaling Jaya and Subang via the New Klang Valley Expressway (NKVE).

Business events industry has become more and more important for companies as venue are the platform for them to gather, networking, learning centre, idea sharing as well as real opportunities to build lasting relationship.

For the past few years since its opening in November 2012, the Centre has hosted event from automotive, sports, home appliances, education, entertainment to beauty and fashion. Since then, the Centre has been receiving numerous enquiries on events and exhibitions. Thus, this has led to the expansion and the opening of new facilities namely Hall 1 & Hall 2 in November 2016 to cater the growing market of business events.

With its exquisite abstract triangle and rectangle vector building design, both Hall 1 & 2 combined can accommodate up to 350 booths for exhibitions, 4,000 people in banquet style seating and up to 8,000 people in theatre style arrangement. Moreover, the car park has increased to a total of 2,000 parking lots solely dedicated for the event participants.

The new expansion increases the Centre total sellable space to 9,390sqm. Both Hall 1 &2 can be configured for a multitude of requirements that will enhance every event experience.

The Federation of Chinese Associations Malaysia (Huazong) was founded in late 1991 as a leading Chinese national organization by the 13 State Chinese Assembly Halls in Malaysia. Its establishment is a long awaited result in realization of the common aspiration of the Chinese community.

Currently there are over 10,000 registered Chinese associations in Malaysia. Most of them are dialects groups, surname groups, trade associations, cultural and educational bodies. These associations are also the direct members of the respective Chinese Assembly Halls in various states, and indirectly members of Huazong. In other words, Huazong becomes the leading Chinese organization focuses in matters related to culture, education, economy and social of the Chinese community.

The 13 members of Huazong are as follows:

1. Perlis Chinese Assembly Hall
2. Kedah Chinese Assembly Hall
3. Penang Chinese Town Hall
4. Perak Chinese Assembly Hall
5. The Kuala Lumpur And Selangor Chinese Assembly Hall
6. Negeri Sembilan Chinese Assembly Hall
7. Malacca Chinese Assembly Hall
8. The Federation of Chinese Associations, Johore State
9. The Federation of Chinese Associations of Kelantan
10. The Chinese Assembly Hall Terengganu
11. The Associated Of Chinese Associations Pahang
12. The Federation of Chinese Associations Sabah
13. The Federation of The Chinese Associations Sarawak

The objectives of Huazong are as follows:
- To promote goodwill and unity among the various ethnics in the country.
- To discuss and deal with matters of importance and interest to the members.
- To offer views on government policies and implementations affecting its members.
- To promote and participate in cultural, educational, social and economic work consistent with the Federal Constitution.
- To liaise with other societies having similar objectives as those of the Association in furtherance of the above objectives.

The objectives of Huazong and the 13 Chinese Assembly Halls encompass all aspects of cultural, educational, social and economic work while other Chinese associations are classified according to categories or objectives, namely dialect groups, surname groups, social welfare, culture, religions, trade, sports, youth, education etc.

For the past 26 years, we are proud of our achievements in various fields. With the support and cooperation offered by the Chinese community, we have successfully expressed the wishes of the Chinese community to the Government. We also voice out the opinions and the stand of the Chinese community on politics, economics, culture, education, social and religion, so that the problems faced by the Chinese community can be given timely concerns.

Huazong has frequently met with Cabinet Ministers, Deputy Ministers and Director General of Government agencies to discuss problems and issues faced by Chinese community.

Besides, Huazong has set up several cultural funds and education funds to sponsor various cultural projects, as well as to provide study loans and scholarship to needy students.

The Malaysia Chinese Cultural Festival is the most successful event organized by Huazong and the 13 State Chinese Assembly Halls. The Malaysian Chinese Cultural Festival was first held in Selangor in 1984, after that it has become a yearly event organized by the 13 State Chinese Assembly Halls in rotation.

The activities and programs of the Malaysian Chinese Cultural Festival including lantern marching parades, cultural and literature seminars and lectures, cultural performances like various cultural dancing and singing from all races, lion dance or dragon dance, lantern making competitions, spring couplets and Chinese Calligraphy competitions, traditional Chinese martial arts demonstration, fashion show of Chinese costumes, traditional handycrafts exhibitions, food carnivals and food fairs.

Recently we have made the Malaysian Chinese Cultural Festival to reflect the roots and cultures of the various ethnics. The Malay and Indian cultural organizations have been invited to contribute some of the programs like Indian cultural dance or traditional Malay wedding reception and Dikir Barat performance. The Programs presented are usually portraying the “1 Malaysia” spirit of unity. We also invited the state Tourism Board to participate in the festival.

We believe that these activities will help in generating a greater interest of the public in Chinese cultural and also to promote a better understanding among various ethnics in Malaysia.

The Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (ACCCIM) is the national level organisation of the Chinese chambers of commerce in the country. It has 17 Constituent Members located separately in the 13 states of the nation. In fact ACCCIM is the earliest national level chamber of commerce to have a complete regional representation in the country.

The ACCCIM was founded on 2nd July 1921 as a society under Malaya's Societies Act. Direct and indirect membership of all Constituent Chambers are well over 100,000, representing Malaysian Chinese companies, individuals and trade associations in particular and the Chinese business community in general.

The ACCCIM’s objectives as provided in the Constitution are as follows:

(1) To promote liaison and cooperation among the various Chinese chambers of commerce and industry, trade and/or industrial associations and/or business corporations in Malaysia for the protection and advancement of the interests of their members in respect of commerce, industry, primary industries and other economic activities;

(2) To study and formulate views, observations and recommendations of the Malaysian Chinese business community in respect of the nation's socio-economic development, so as to promote better understanding between the community and the Government and other public/private sector organizations, and in furtherance of this objective, to contribute towards the development of national economy and promotion of national unity;

(3) To collect, collate and disseminate information relating to commerce, industry and other economic sectors;

(4) To liaise with other chambers of commerce or economic organisations, in particular to organise or participate in meetings relating to economic matters, trade missions, exhibitions and other activities relevant to the promotion of economic cooperation;

(5) To promote social welfare activities as well as organise or sponsor manpower training programmes or seminars beneficial to the economic development of the nation;

(6) To arbitrate in the matter of disputes between members of ACCCIM (with the consent of both parties);

(7) To receive and/or accept donations, gifts, grants, subsidies, securities listed in the stock exchange and any other instruments of value and to hold the same for investment and/or deal with the same

(8) To perform any other services pertinent to the functions of ACCCIM.

The collaboration network of ACCCIM is very wide. ACCCIM has up to July 2017, signed 73 Memorandums of Understanding or Economic Cooperation Agreements with overseas chambers of commerce and economic organisations. ACCCIM has enhanced relationship with Chinese chambers of commerce all around the world after successfully organising the 7th World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention (7th WCEC) in 2003, currently is a member of World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention (WCEC) Advisory Committee. ACCCIM is a member of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Malaysia.

ACCCIM is a member of National Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (NCCIM), an apex organisation comprising five principal private sector bodies namely Malay Chamber of Commerce Malaysia (MCCM), ACCCIM, Malaysian Associated Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MAICCI), Malaysian International Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MICCI) and Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM)

ACCCIM maintains close rapport with Government Ministries and Agencies as a channel for consultation over a wide range of issues, and participate in many consultative panels, dialogues, seminars etc. with the Government. ACCCIM regularly interact with Chinese based political parties and other major Chinese associations in Malaysia to discuss and exchange ideas on issues affecting the Chinese community.

The ACCCIM has established a Socio-Economic Research Centre (SERC Sdn. Bhd.) in 2010 as a think-tank to carry out research on economic issues in order for ACCCIM to make concrete and strategic suggestions to the Government and effectively contribute to the development of the national economy of Malaysia.

The representative, consultative and service functions of the ACCCIM have been widely acknowledged. As the ACCCIM is an organisation that brings together diversified interests of the business community (including wholesale and retail sector, foreign trade sector, industrial sector, services as well as the primary sector of the economy), it endeavors to reconcile divergent view-points and economic interests to the advantage of all.

MRCA acts as an excellent avenue for retail businesses to network and exchange ideas, share resources and to promote the healthy expansion of the retail industry in Malaysia and abroad.

MRCA aims to create a highly supportive environment to build retail businesses and pool ideas, experiences and efforts to tap on various opportunities in Malaysia as well as abroad. Its vision is to be recognized as one of the most influential retail bodies in Malaysia, supporting the development and globalization of the retail industry.

Since it was established, MRCA has developed into a very strong organisation, comprising of more than 400 leading retail chain stores operators as well as franchisors and covering more than 25,000 outlets throughout Malaysia.

With such a vast network of retail outlets, these members help provide more than 150,000 job opportunities to Malaysians across the country.

Malaysia Entrepreneurs’ Development Association (Persatuan Usahawan Maju Malaysia - PUMM) is a multi-racial non-profit making organization. With the support by our former Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohammad, PUMM was established in 1993 by a group of young entrepreneurs lead by Tan Sri Lee Kim Yew, the CEO of Country Heights Bhd.

The main objective of forming PUMM is to create a valuable platform for entrepreneurs especially those business owners from SMIs and SMEs, to share knowledge, experience, wisdom, and to create new business opportunities through seminars, forums, workshops, business visits, business study trips etc.

Since its forming, PUMM had worked very closely with the government agency to promote the business and economic development in the country especially among the young entrepreneurs. PUMM had managed to helped many young entrepreneurs to realize their vision and played an important role in contributing towards nation economic development. In recognition for PUMM’s effort and contribution, in year 1999, the then Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Dr. Mahathir Mohamad had directed PUMM to assist in the country’s entrepreneurship in the “Majlis Perundingan Ekonomi Negara Kedua (MAPEN 2)”.

PUMM seek to reap the benefit of the information age by encouraging education facilities to be set up to cater for its manpower needs, and taking affirmative step forward towards making reality platform for Entrepreneurship. In addition it also encourages young Malaysian to instill stronger charisma spirit in facing the challenges of globalization ahead.

The Branding Association of Malaysia was founded in 2000 with the noble goal of developing the potential of Malaysian brands in order to allow them to be successful in the modern global market. Our vision - then and now - is to achieve 100 internationally acclaimed brands as members by the year 2020.

Branding Association works steadily towards this vision in many ways, including - but not limited to - providing learning and education platforms, organising business networking programmes, offering members branding opportunities through media tie-ups and working closely with government agencies.

We set the runway for Malaysian brands to rise above in achieving their presence and connectivity across all continents of the world. Branding Association of Malaysia reaches out to local SME companies to aid in bringing out their potential as valuable brands.

Our objectives, therefore, are as follows:

• To spearhead a branding movement, especially amongst the SME communities
• To establish a conducive business networking environment for members
• To organise learning platforms such as forums, workshops and conferences
• To serve as a communication bridge between business communities and government agencies

Since our inception, we have been advocating unity among our members in order to allow us to better position ourselves on issues and policies that may hinder Malaysian SME’s as a whole. Apart from achieving branding goals, our members will enjoy the benefits of being part of a unified voice that encourages effectiveness and change.

The Branding Association is also an effective vehicle for promoting trust and cooperation among small and medium brands. This enables them to share branding strategies and gather more input towards building themselves into successful brands – as individuals and as a whole.

The Branding Association was realised with the primary purpose of acting as a unified community, comprised of proud Malaysian SMEs, equipped with strong branding expertise and working together to open the gateway to the modern business world for all Malaysian brands.

Introduction

SME Association of Malaysia (SME Malaysia) was inaugurated on July 13, 1995 as SMI Association of Malaysia at a time when manufacturing sector was still the dominant economic driver of Malaysia. In recognition of the growing importance of service and agricultural industries, the membership was opened to service and agricultural sectors later with a corresponding name change to SME Association of Malaysia.

Since its inauguration, SME Malaysia has organized numerous international conferences, seminars and exhibitions for the benefits of SMEs. SME Malaysia’s annual award series, the Platinum Business Awards, has the main purpose to inspire, nudge and spur SMEs to scale greater height. SME Malaysia is also actively engaging with various Ministries and government agencies to promote interests of SMEs and in particular, SME Malaysia, has been highlighting issues confronting SMEs in dialogeus with various Ministries and government agencies.

Symboliszation of Association’s logo
The black and red colours in the sign signify versatility, maturity, vitality and passion of SMEs in building a better future. Double red arrow in the letter “E” reflects dynamic, strong and enthusiastic leadership at the Association.

Vision
To transform small and medium industries, enterprises and businesses into the economic powerhouse of the country by 2020.

Mission
To instill, and eventually ingrain deeply, the concept of a learning organisation in small and medium industries, enterprises and businesses, and encourge them to be export-oriented.

Objectives
• To foster the establishment and development of SME to make the SME sector one of the engines of economic growth;

• To act as a medium to facilitate interaction between SMEs and the Government, large companies, international corporations in Malaysia, and foreign corporations;

• To strengthen economic ties between SMEs as well as provide opportunities for growth in the SME sector;

• To disseminate information to SMEs in respect of various financial, technical assistance, and training offered by the Government, financial institutions and private sector;

• To assist SMEs in enhancing operational efficiency and fostering professionalism;

• To assist SMEs in the marketing and promotion of their products at the national and international levels, including the creation of new markets.

PIKOM, THE NATIONAL ICT ASSOCIATION OF MALAYSIA is the association representing the information and communications technology (ICT) industry in Malaysia. Its membership currently stands at 800+ comprising companies involved in a whole spectrum of ICT products and services which commands 80% of the total ICT trade in Malaysia. As a non-profit organization, PIKOM is managed by a team of Council elected by the members every year during the Annual General Meeting. PIKOM works to improve the business climate in the interests of all its member companies and to promote industry growth in line with national aspirations.

For more information, visit www.pikom.org.my

Malaysian Institute of Corporate Governance’s mission is to be the leading advocate of Corporate Governance in Malaysia.

MICG’s principal activities are to promote and encourage corporate governance development, provide education and training for the benefit of its members and other interested institutions or bodies in Malaysia.

MICG was established in March 1998 following recommendation by the High Level Finance Committee on Corporate Governance. The Institute was incorporated as a company limited by guarantee, with founding members consisting of the Federation of Public Listed Companies (FPLC), Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA), Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA), Malaysian Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (MAICSA), and Malaysian Institute of Directors (MID).

Please visit our website www.micg.org.my for more info.

Founded in 1990, Malaysia-China Chamber of Commerce (MCCC) is a non-governmental, non-profit, multi-ethnic and independent business association.

MCCC aims at promoting interaction, cooperation and development in trade, investment and other industrial and commercial fields between Malaysia and China as well as protecting the interests of our members.

MCCC has 9 branches in different states: Malacca, Perak, Johor, Penang, Terengganu, Sabah, Sarawak, Kelantan and Pahang. Currently, MCCC has over 1,800 corporate members, covering trade, manufacturing, finance, agriculture, real estate, tourism, education, consultation and other industries.

Following the rise of China, MCCC has become increasingly important as a platform to promote Sino-Malaysian economic and trade development. On top of forming tight cooperation with government agencies such as the Ministry of International Trade And Industry Malaysia, Ministry of Finance Malaysia, Ministry of Tourism Malaysia, business associations and China Enterprises Association in Malaysia, we also maintain close relationship with relevant Chinese government agencies such as the Economic & Commercial Counsellor’s Office of the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Malaysia, Overseas Chinese Affairs Office of the State Council (OCAOSC), All-China Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese, China Council for the Promotion of International Trade(CCPIT), China Overseas Exchange Association (COEA ), China-ASEAN Expo Secretariat, China-ASEAN Business and Investment Summit Secretariat, China Chamber of International Commerce (CCOIC), All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, China International Cooperation Association of SMES (Cicasme), China Association of Enterprises with Foreign Investment (CAEFI) and so forth.

With the support of Guangdong Tourism Bureau, MCCC has been appointed as the Guangdong Tourism Cooperation and Promotion Center Malaysia since 2014. In addition, from the beginning of 2015, MCCC was commissioned by the Chengdu Overseas Exchange Association (CDOEA) to become its Overseas Liaison Office.

In addition to frequent reception of delegations from various provinces and cities in China, MCCC also organizes, co-organizes or participates in exhibitions, trade and investment fairs, such as Canton Fair, China-ASEAN Expo, Expo Central China, Western China International Fair, China-Northeast Asia Expo, China International Fair for Investment & Trade (CIFIT), China Harbin International Economic and Trade Fair, China (Ningxia) International Halal Food/Muslim Commodities Festival and the Investment & Trade Fair, China (Qinghai) International Halal Food and Products Fair, East China Fair, Kunming Fair, Yiwu Imported Commodities Fair, China International Small and Medium Enterprises Fair, Guangdong 21st Century Maritime Silk Road International Expo and so forth.

Under the premise of creating a win-win situation, MCCC will continue to promote the Sino-Malaysia economic and trade development and investment cooperation.

China Entrepreneurs Association in Malaysia (PUCM) founded in 2015, is China Entrepreneurs Association under the Malaysia Society Act . The association was founded aiming to promote common development for the China entrepreneurs and to safeguard the legitimate interests of China entrepreneurs in Malaysia.

Its purpose is to promote mutual contacts and exchanges between Chinese enterprises, increase mutual exchange and communication between China and Malaysia corporate business sectors, expand economic and trade cooperation with Malaysia and safeguard legitimate rights and interests of China enterprises; and to strengthen the Malaysian government sector dialogues and exchanges, guidance and coordination of Chinese enterprises to legitimate business, fair competition, coordinate and solve major business problems .

There is a great close relationship between PUCM and both China and Malaysia governments. Community organizations maintain good relations and close ties to provide the necessary advices and services to members of the Federation and other organizations and individuals who have interested in investing in Malaysia or China.

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