Empowering Women, Accelerating Action. FEMFORWARD 2025
The prestigious FemForward 2025 program was successfully held at M World Hotel, Bandar Utama, in conjunction with the celebration of International Women’s Day and Mother’s Day. With the theme “Accelerate Action in Women Community”, the event was organized by Women in Logistics and Transport (WiLAT), The Chartered Institute of Logistics […]
Debunking the Myth – AI Will Not Take Over Jobs in the Future
By Gunaprasath Bupalan The discourse surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) often paints a dystopian future where machines dominate the workforce, leaving humans obsolete. This narrative, while understandable given historical precedents like the Industrial Revolution, presents an overly simplistic and pessimistic view of AI’s impact on employment. While it is undeniable […]
Intelli Supply 2025 empowers warehouse automation and supply chain
Malaysia continues to strengthen its position as a key hub for supply chain innovation with the organisation of Intelli Supply 2025, an international conference and exhibition focusing on warehouse automation and digital transformation in logistics. Intelli Supply 2025 is organised by Synergy Connect Holdings in strategic collaboration with Women in […]
BIM & DBKL to establish collaboration for sustainable development of Kuala Lumpur
The Balai Ikhtisas Malaysia (BIM) paid a courtesy visit to the Mayor of Kuala Lumpur, Dato’ Seri Maimunah binti Mohd Sharif, to discuss strategic collaboration for the city’s development. The BIM delegation was led by its President, Prof. ChM Dr. Juan Joon Ching, along with former BIM President, Dato’ Lar […]
GCICS cultivates a reading culture
GCICS a blockchain-based technology company, has made a meaningful contribution to the advancement of education in Malaysia. With a primary focus on financial technology through its payment gateway, the company, led by its CEO, Anson Lo, has donated 2,500 copies of the book Bersama Anwar ke Penjara (With Anwar to […]
Women in Logistics and Transport (WiLAT) carried out a flood relief mission in Kubang Pasu
The post-flood relief mission, named Humanitarian Logistics Tour, is a collaborative effort involving various organisations, including Women in Logistics and Transport (WiLAT), The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Malaysia, KK Super Mart, IKK, Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM), the Malaysian Headmasters Association Kedah, the Kedah Malay Teachers Association, the […]
The journey of the youngest IKM gold medal recipient, Prof. ChM Dr. Juan Joon Ching
Malaysia has produced many outstanding scientists, but few have achieved the international acclaim of Prof. ChM Dr. Juan Joon Ching. A trailblazer in the field of chemistry, his career exemplifies excellence in research, dedication to teaching, and contributions to industrial and environmental advancements. This article explores his remarkable journey, from […]
CILTM highlights the vital role of lifelong learning
The 24th CILT Malaysia Convocation held on 9 November 2024 celebrated the achievements of approximately 450 CILT members across various levels, from Affiliate Members to the prestigious Chartered Fellows. This event was a showcase of dedication and professional excellence within the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Malaysia (CILTM). During […]
Balai Ikhtisas Malaysia strengthens professional standards
20 members of the Malaysian Institute of Professional Centre (BIM) participated in the Strategic Planning Workshop 2025-2030. This initiative aims to strengthen BIM’s mission and enhance professional standards in Malaysia. During the workshop, BIM also revised its vision and role as a globally recognised Centre of Professional Excellence, with the […]
Pentas Flora Ushers in a New Era of Sustainable Lubricants with the Launch of RRBO Group II+ N150
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – September 11, 2024 – Pentas Flora, a leading provider of sustainable base oil solutions, is proud to announce the official launch of its Re-refined Base Oil (RRBO) Group II+ N150. This groundbreaking product marks a significant milestone in the company’s journey towards a cleaner, greener future. […]
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‘A WORKING LUNCH WITH NORDIN’: NATIONWIDE TOUR WITH TOYOTA
MGBF founding chairman Nordin Abdullah and UMW Toyota president Datuk Ravindran K. will delve into the convergence of automotive innovation and environmental sustainability in Penang, Sarawak, Johor and Pahang.
MGBF Roundtable: Digitalisation of the Food and Beverage Industry
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THE SOUTH CHINA SEA: A THREAT OF DISRUPTION FOR BUSINESS?
In this episode of 'A Working Lunch with Nordin', MGBF's founding chairman, Nordin Abdullah, will host this discussion focusing on the biggest threats and opportunities for businesses as we look to manage change in the South China Sea.
FOOD SECURITY IN THE BREACH: INDUSTRIALISATION AND WEAPONISATION
This MGBF Roundtable will focus on regional food security issues and trends in the regional supply chain, and trade regulations and policies, including a new geopolitical tool i.e., weaponisation of supply chains.
MGBF In The News
Planet QEOS, KIS BlOCNG San Bhd, and the Sarawak Land Consolidation and Rehabilitation Authority (SALCRA) have officially signed a tripartite memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a collaborative framework aimed at producing bio-hydrogen via the Steam Biomethane Reforming (SBMR) Process. The MoU was signed by Planet QEOS executive chairman Dino […]
Planet QEOS and China Machinery Engineering Corporation (CMEC) are interested in investing RM10 billion to co-develop advanced Megawatt peak (MWp) agrovoltaic in Baram, to further boost Sarawak’s green energy initiative and food security. Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg was briefed on Friday by both the […]
Last week SPM results came out, 373,974 aspirants who have been waiting patiently over the last few months would now know their fate. Some 10,109 have received all A’s, the golden standard of academic success and the ticket to those looking to study the “more advanced” subjects in university. Proudly, […]
The classic knee-jerk reaction is to say, fire the coach, change the leadership of associations, and reduce the funding till they start performing better. This kind of negative reinforcement may work for kindergarten children, but we are dealing with high-performance adults – individuals much further along in their psychological and […]
Since its earliest tea plantations in 1929, Cameron Highlands has grown to become a key player in the agricultural landscape of Malaysia, producing 40 per cent of all vegetables grown. Despite Malaysia shifting its economic focus away from agriculture, the industry remains imperative for food security and the livelihoods of […]
Although at first glance the travel industry and the agricultural sector appear to have nothing in common, they actually share more than meets the eye. The economic benefits of tourism to the agricultural sector can be multiplied several times over. “Tourism brings the end consumers closer to the source, which […]
The Malaysia Global Business Forum (MGBF) recently held a high-level roundtable themed ‘Designing the Future of the Digital Economy’, attended by industry leaders and business associations. The guest of honour was Yang Berhormat Syerleena Abdul Rashid, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Bukit Bendera in Penang. The MP’s Special Session […]
The Malaysia Global Business Forum (MGBF) will be hosting a roundtable on ‘Designing the Future of the Digital Economy’ on 23 February 2023. It is the culmination of the first three MGBF Exclusive Roundtable Series titled ‘The Evolving Threat Matrix in the Digital Economy’ held throughout 2022. According to the […]
The Founding Chairman of the Malaysia Global Business Forum (MGBF), Nordin Abdullah, today spoke on Bernama TV’s leading English talk show, The Brief, hosted by Jessy Chahal, on the topic of a stable political reality and what that means for the Malaysian economy. Nordin said, “The first thing that it […]
More than 1,100 years ago, Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi was developing the mathematical formulas that we know today as algorithms which now have become so intertwined with the business fortunes of global media giants and the very fabric of geopolitics. A series of recent high level international reports have revealed […]
KSK Land has been recognised by the Malaysia Global Business Forum (MGBF) for its role in attracting high net-worth individuals to Malaysia post-pandemic. The first challenge in investor attraction is “selling” the country. In the context of Asia, Malaysia is competing with some very established investment destinations. The second […]
Malaysia, in particular Kuala Lumpur, continues to position itself as a regional centre to do business, educate a family and enjoy a global lifestyle. One company, KSK Land, has taken the lead in positioning itself and the city of Kuala Lumpur as a property investment destination for the global citizen […]
The upcoming budget represents an opportunity to build resilience in the critical sectors that will form the backbone of the country’s future-facing economic ambitions. This however needs to be achieved in the context of managing the community sectors most impacted by COVID-19 over the past two years. The Keluarga Malaysia (Malaysian Family) […]
KUALA LUMPUR, 6 July 2022 – As the global economy continues to deal with unprecedented levels of disruption caused by the pandemic and the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, the convergence of energy security and food security issues has become a front-of-mind issue faced by policy makers and consumers alike. […]
KUALA LUMPUR, 23 June 2022 — Malaysia Global Business Forum (MGBF) ties up with scoutAsia to ensure that businesses are equipped with deeper regional insights. The past two years has seen a massive shift in the way businesses are conducted with digitisation, digitalisation and automation continuously being adopted to improve […]
KUALA LUMPUR, 25 May 2022 – The Malaysia Global Business Forum (MGBF)’s exclusive roundtable on ‘Security Concerns in Critical Value Chains’ was held in a hybrid setting yesterday at the Eastin Hotel Kuala Lumpur. The guest of honour was Yang Berbahagia Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Rafidah Aziz, former minister of […]
