Malaysia Pavilion announces its October activations

Expo2020 is a destination of opportunity, and the Malaysia Pavilion is no exception. October is an exciting month for Expo organisers, pavilions and UAE residents alike as the site opens to the public.

Malaysia Pavilion joins a host of other nations showcasing their national pride and aspirations to local and international visitors after Expo 2020 Dubai opened its door on 1^st October 2021 amidst the global pandemic.

Spearheaded by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) the Malaysia Pavilion will host 26 thematic trade and business weeks for the duration of the expo. These programmes will involve a total of 21 ministries, 70 agencies and five state governments of Malaysia leading and supporting the programmes, and bringing with them about 300 companies as business delegates.

The weekly activities comprise pocket talks, panel discussions, product launches, business matching sessions and formalisation of Memorandums of Understanding.

It will debut with the Commercialisation: from Lab to International Week spanning 1^st to 9^th October 2021 led by MOSTI and its agency Technology Park Malaysia which will see the exchange of three MoUs  The two programmes under MOSTI aim to promote Malaysia’s technologies and startups and forge partnerships in enhancing R&D&C activities.

October 4^th: The first event is set to be held on 4th October 2021, where the pavilion will host its official opening ceremony. Ambassador of Malaysia to the United Arab Emirates H.E. Mohd Tarid Sufian will read the launching speech on behalf of the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation The Honourable Dr Adham Baba.

Also present at the hybrid event to be held at the Pavilion’s amphitheatre will be Consul- General of Malaysia in Dubai His Excellency Mohd Hasril Abdul Hamid, CEO of Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Centre (MGTC) Shamsul Bahar Mohammad Nor and Madam Fairul Azida Shahabudin of the Main Secretariat at MOSTI, and guests.

The ceremony will be livestreamed on Malaysia Pavilion’s facebook EXPO2020Malaysia and Youtube channel Malaysia Expo 2020 Dubai and MOSTI’s facebook at Kementerian Sains, Teknologi dan Inovasi (MOSTI).

Guests at the ceremony will watch a stereoscopic video to mark the launch and proceed for a tour for a first -hand unique experiences of Malaysia’s Rainforest Canopy Pavilion and the messages the nation wants to deliver at Expo 2020 Dubai.

October 5^th: Yayasan Inovasi Malaysia (YIM) and MOSTI are joining forces on October 5^th to host the Malaysia International Technology Summit (MITS) 2021. The summit will gather international industry leaders to discuss the science and technology ecosystem, innovation, environmental concerns and much more. Visitors can look forward to panel discussions, masterclasses, a keynote by Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Malaysia, The Honourable Dr Adham Baba, and a special address by H.E Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of Artificial Intelligence at the Office of the Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates. MITS 2021 will also host two Memorandum of Understanding and agreement signing ceremonies. Furthermore, this is an opportunity to network with leaders in the science and technology space.

The MOSTI-led weeks will be followed by two weeks of programmes in October helmed by the Ministry of Environment and Water (KASA).

October 17^th - 23^rd: Malaysia Pavilion’s Green Technology Innovation Week led by KASA and its agency, Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Centre will be launched during the third week to promote innovations in green technology including eco products and services. Highlights include the MyHijau Mark label that recognises certified green products and services, and ”Seminar on Accelerating Green Technology and Climate Actions in Malaysia” on October 18th. 

October 24^th - 30^th: The last week’s programme is entitled Climate Resilience & Sustainable Infrastructure with a key event “Climate Change Conversation on Sustainable Infrastructure held the next day at Terra Auditorium, Expo site. KASA secretary-general Datuk Seri Dr Zaini Ujang will grace the programme.

Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Centre (MGTC) Chief Executive Officer Mr Shamsul Bahar Mohd Nor said: “The weekly trade and business programmes are designed to provide a platform for our industries to access global markets via Expo 2020 Dubai.  The companies include SMEs, startups, export-ready companies and established players.

“Malaysia has much to offer as a developing country on its way to becoming a developed nation whose progress is driven by science, technology and innovation. We welcome the  international business community at Expo to join the programmes and explore collaborative potentials for our shared prosperity.”

Visitors can enjoy daily cultural shows performed by the National Department of Culture and Arts (JKKN). Craftsmen from Kraftangan Malaysia also have three daily artisan craft demonstrations showing visitors how to create hand-painted batik, weavings, jewellery and costume beading.

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ABOUT MALAYSIA PAVILION AT EXPO2020 DUBAI 

Malaysia’s self-built 1,234.05 sq metre pavilion is the first net zero carbon pavilion at the EXPO. The Pavilion features a rainforest canopy inspired by the majestic tropical rainforest of Malaysia, blending cultural elements with nature and functionality into a futuristic building.  

The Pavilion carries the theme “Energising Sustainability” to represent the nation’s commitment and approach to sustainable development. It is segmented into four sub-themes; “Energising Today”, “Energising Tomorrow”, “Energising Harmony” and “Energising Business”. Malaysia’s activities during the EXPO will include permanent 3D displays, daily cultural performances, craft demonstrations, café operations as well as 26 weekly thematic trade and business programmes.  

The business weeks will involve a large contingent of 21 ministries, 70 agencies and five state governments initiating and supporting the programmes. They will also bring weekly business delegations from the industry whom will participate in pocket talks, product launches, business matching sessions and signing of MoUs. Malaysia Pavilion will also host and participate in summits and forums throughout Expo. 

The Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation is the lead ministry for Malaysia’s participation at the mega event.  Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Centre (MGTC) is the implementing agency. 

About Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Centre 

Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Centre (MGTC) is an agency under the Ministry of Environment and Water whose scope involves green growth, climate change and sustainable lifestyle. 

Three national policies – the National Green Technology Policy (NGTP), the National Climate Change Policy (NCCP) and the Green Technology Master Plan (GTMP) – outline MGTC’s role as a catalyst for green economic growth. 

Its three core roles are: 

• Mainstreaming the Green Economy through green product and service expansion programmes such as MyHIJAU Mark Certification Programme, Green Technology Financing Scheme (GTFS) and green technology tax incentives, namely the Green Income Tax Exemption (GITE) and Green Investment Tax Allowance (GITA) In addition it provides training and human capital development schemes. 

• Drive climate change mitigation actions such as advocacy for energy efficiency and renewable energy, low carbon city programmes and low carbon mobility initiatives. 

• Cultivate a green lifestyle through publicity and awareness programmes in fostering cooperation between the government and private sectors via global-scale platforms such as the International Greentech and Eco Products Exhibition and Conference Malaysia (IGEM) and other public programmes.

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