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Educational, Welfare & Research Foundation Malaysia (EWRF) is a non-profit voluntary community-service based organization. It was founded in 1978 and has 1200 members throughout the country with 12 branches. Drawing its membership from a wide array of professions, communities, skills and interest groups, the EWRF has over the years actively implemented educational programmes and activities for the betterment of the disadvantaged members of the community. In its principal role as a vehicle to initiate socio-economic change and development, EWRF draws its strength from the communities' manpower resources and a tradition of selfless service.
The aim of the Foundation is to promote education as the key for advancement. The Foundation also seeks to generate an awareness of self-worth, discipline and greater participation in the social and economic development of the nation. Towards this end, the Foundation aims at fulfilling the following objectives:-
1. To raise awareness in civil, educational, economic and social issues,
2. To increase the opportunities to succeed in education.
3. To assist in the development of business entrepreneurship and support career development.
4. To undertake charitable activities that would improve the welfare of the less privileged.
5. To conduct research on issues that would contribute towards the well being of Malaysian Society
Various projects have been identified, with the following having been carried out so far:
1. Running of kindergartens
2. Project ABC (Acknowledge a Bright Child)
3. Motivation camps for students of Tamil Schools, their teachers and parents
4. Subsidized tuition classes for Tamil School pupils
5. Study loans and scholarships
6. Running of hostels for Secondary School pupils
7. Welfare aid
8. Providing aid to Tamil Schools
The above-mentioned is EWRF’s latest project to bring a change to some of the under-privileged in our community
Enclosed is the “PLEDGE FORM” and members are encouraged to donate to this worthy cause. Kindly send the Pledge Form to EWRF to the address below together with your cheque or bank draft made payable to "EWRF"
The Executive Director,
Educational, Welfare & Research Foundation Malaysia
No. 4B, Persiaran Zaaba,
Taman Tun Dr. Ismail
60000 Kuala Lumpur |
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INDIAN ENGINEERING EXHIBITION 2008 |
Pleased to inform that the Engineering Export Promotion Council is organizing the above exhibition as follows:
Date : 25th – 27th September 2008
Venue : Hall No. 3, Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC),
Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
EEPC has been organizing Exclusive Indian Engineering Exhibitions, branded as INDEE in various focused markets in order to showcase India’s rapid progress in the engineering sector and provide a platform to Indian Exporters to highlight their technological achievements to overseas buyers. EEPC has successfully executed INDEE’s in Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Kenya, Nigeria, Sri Lanka, Egypt, Venezuala, UK, Australia, Ethiopia, Brazil, Kazakhastan, Indonesia, Mexico, Egypt again in 2006, Johannesburg & St. Petersburg.
This is a major step forward to enter into the Malaysian market. It is coincided with ASEAN International Woodworking Machinery Fair and SME International Trade Fair which are considered to be major events - not only in Malaysia, but also in SE Asia.
This exhibition will be supported by the following trade associations of Malaysia in order to draw attention of their members to visit this event :
- Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE)
- Small & Medium Industries Development Corporation (SMIDEC)
- Malaysian Industrial Development Authority (MIDA)
- Professional Services Development Corporation (PSDC)
- Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM)
The members are encouraged to participate in this exhibition or log on to http://www.eepcindee.com/ for more information. |
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UPCOMING EVENTS IN PAKISTAN
Further details can be viewed the High Commission of Pakistan website at http://www.pegasusconsultancy.com/Upcoming%20Events.htm
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BIO MALAYSIA 2008
CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION |
We are pleased to inform that the Malaysian Biotechnology Corporation Sdn Bhd jointly with the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, Malaysian (MOSTI) and Protemp Exhibitions Sdn Bhd is organizing the above event as follows:
Date : 7th – 9th October 2008
Venue : Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Time : 10.00 am – 6.00 pm
BioMalaysia is Malaysia’s premier and largest biotechnology conference and exhibition. Held annually, this significant event attracts the best of Malaysian and global biotechnology participants.
BioMalaysia 2008 is set to surpass the success of BioMalaysia 2007, which broke all previous records with over 7,800 participants including 60 biotechnology experts from 30 countries speaking at the conference, 1,100 conference participants, 85 international and local exhibitors, and 6,555 trade visitors.
BioMalaysia 2008 will take you closer to achieving your scientific and business objectives in biotechnology and provides access to one of the fastest growing biotechnology markets in the region. Since the launch of the National Biotechnology Policy and the establishment of BiotechCorp as the leading development agency for biotechnology in 2005, the Malaysian biotechnology industry is on a fast track towards commercialization in 2011.
The theme for BioMalaysia 2008 is “Strengthening Value Creation in Biotechnology”. Value creation in biotechnology underscores the escalation of science to market – including opportunities in discovery, new technology, funding, and entrepreneurship and in building the biotechnology business.
BioMalaysia 2008 Objectives
- To support the Government’s plan in the development of the biotechnology industry
- To instill public interest towards the biotechnology and life sciences industry; hoping to build the nation’s human capital in the field of biotechnology in Malaysia
- To attract more foreign R&D partners
- To provide an avenue for networking and rapport building
- To encourage multi-disciplinary biotechnology research teams (i.e. government agencies, academia, private sector, researchers, scientists) to share experiences and exchange views in moving towards a higher value-added stage of biotechnology developments in Malaysia
- To encourage and increase biotechnology investments particularly from the private sector
- To recognize outstanding innovations of researchers and scientists of the biotechnology and life sciences field
The E-Brochure is attached. For further information and assistance members can contact BioMalaysia 2008 Secretariat, Ms. Karen Dass at Tel: 03-6140 6666 or email at karendass@protemgroup.com or register online via Biomalaysia's website at: www.biomalaysia.com.my / www.biotechcorp.com.my . |
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TEHRAN INTERNATIONAL
INDUSTRY FAIR 2008 |
We are pleased to inform that MATRADE is organizing the Malaysian companies to the Tehran International Industry Fair 2008, Tehran, Iran from 6th - 9th October 2008.
MATRADE would like to invite members to join them at Iranian market on agricultural, air conditioning , automobile and auto components, chemicals and chemical products, construction and building material, electric & electronic , energy, environmental, food processing, hospital , machine and tools, metal & casting , measuring instruments, metal / non mineral, packing, plastic & injections machine , pharmaceutical, pumps & compressors, technical & engineering services, textiles & leather machineries & equipments, and semi-finish goods for industrial use.
MATRADE will support your company's participation by taking the cost of space rental, stand construction and promotion & publicity. Interested members in participating will be charged a participation fee of RM 6,500.00. Companies will also bear the cost of their individual and travel expenses as well as the delivery / return of samples.
Interested members should also take note of financial support programs that are available for the participation at international trade fairs. These include:
1. Market Development Grant (MDG)
2. Double Deduction for the Promotion of Exports
For further information, please do not hesitate to contact Mr Zamzuri Mohamed at 03-6207 7077 ext. 7263 or e-mail: zamzuri@matrade.gov.my . |
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12TH MUSIAD INTERNATIONAL
TRADE FAIR 2008 |
We are pleased to inform that the MATRADE is inviting all Malaysian companies to participate in the 12th Musiad International Trade Fair 2008 to be held at Istanbul Fairs Center, Istanbul, Turkey from 23rd – 26th October 2008.
MATRADE will be participating in this event as part of its efforts to explore opportunities for Malaysian companies to exhibit wide range of products grouped in four different sectors, which are MUMAC (Machinery, computers, automation, automotive, spare parts, electrical goods), MUTEX (Textiles, garments, leather and carpets), MUSCON (Construction, furniture and building materials), and MUFOPACK (Food, beverages, packaging and service sectors).
This trade show is the best platform to develop new contacts and to reach out to the vast Europe, Eastern-Europe, Middle East, Central Asia and Northern Africa market, as Turkey, being in a strategic location, have been included in the list of top emerging markets, - buttressed with good infrastructure perfect to be a hub, abundant natural and human resources, and complemented with the professional business-promoting events.
For further information and assistance, members can contact, En. Mohamad Adris B. Abu Bakar of MATRADE at 03-6207 7256 or via e-mail at adris@matrade.gov.my or register online via MATRADE's website at: www.matrade.gov.my.
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EXHIBIT AT EXPO JIMAT 2008 |
We are pleased to inform that the IMPERIAL EAGLE is inviting all Malaysian companies to exhibit at EXPO JIMAT 2008 to be held at Mid Valley Exhibition Center – Hall 1 from 31st October till 2nd November 2008.
The opening and closing ceremonies will be hosted by Y.B. Datuk M. Saravanan, the Deputy Minister of Federal Territories (TBC) with the Minister of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (TBC) gracing the opening ceremony and the Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Co-operatives (TBC) gracing the closing ceremony.
This is a consumer exhibition where products and services that will benefit the “Rakyat” to tide over the current economic situation and SAVE MONEY. Products such as fuel additives & fuel savers to offset high usage of fuel (with the current high prices affecting everyone), electricity saving devices such as bulbs etc, detergents that require small quantities (thus save money), VOIP phones and discount phone cards, financial products that will help save on interest, discount vouchers by hypermarkets and many other products of benefit for the consumers shall be show cased on exhibition day.
Limited number of booths (100 units 3 x 3 meters) priced at RM2, 000.00 per booth.
All payments within 10-working days from registration and all registrations will close on the 21st of October 2008. For further clarification on the conference, please contact Mr. Ariivazhagan Supramaniam of IMPERIAL EAGLE Secretariat at 013-3496087 or log on to www.expojimat.com |
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OSEA2008
THE 17TH INTERNATIONAL OIL & GAS INDUSTRY EXHIBITION & CONFERENCE
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We are pleased to inform that the Singapore Exhibition Services Pte Ltd is organizing the above event as follows:
Date : 2nd – 5th December 2008
Venue : Suntec Singapore, 1 Raffles Boulevard
Suntec City, Singapore 039593
Time : 10.30 am – 6.00 pm
THE WORLD OF OIL & GAS CONVENES AT OSEA2008
OSEA has established itself as the premier oil and gas exploration and production industry event for Asia since 1976. Come December, the world’s leading technology and innovations will be assembled here at the heart of this thriving Asian market. OSEA2008 is set again to bring onto the stage an unrivalled technology showcase, top-notch intelligence exchanges and unprecedented networking opportunities for industry professionals.
- 60% bigger than the previous edition, OSEA2008 will occupy 19.300sqm of exhibition space to showcase the latest innovations from an expected 1,400 exhibiting companies representing over 50 countries.
- Enjoy the convenience of a one-stop sourcing platform featuring the Asian national oil companies & ministries and 8 national group pavilions from Australia, China, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Norway, UK and USA.
- The Asian oil & gas marketplace to engage an expected 16,000 industry professionals from 60 countries.
- Obtain the best and latest intelligence in technology trends and industry developments from more than 40 international speakers at the OSEA2008 International Conference.
- The powerful online business matching programme offers priceless business contacts and market intelligence to visitors at just the click of a button.
OSEA2008 INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
OSEA are living an era of heightened concern over energy security as geopolitics and access to supply and markets remain central. There are also concerns and critical questions about regional and global gas markets, future policies, fuel choice in power generation and new technologies.
The OSEA2008 International Conference will set the stage for high-level discussion to address these questions and more.
Key Topics include:-
- Market and industry outlook, oil demand and price fluctuations
- Rising costs, risk analysis and project management
- Exploration drilling, reservoir identification, seismic technologies and well testing
- Oil production facilities, technological advances, reservoir management, development drilling and HSE
- Gas recovery, reduction of flaring and technical challenges
For further information and assistance, members can contact Singapore Exhibition Services Pte Ltd Secretariat, Ms. Kerry Goh at Tel: +65 6233 8622 or email at kg@sesallworld.com or online Pre-Registration via Singapore Exhibition Services Pte Ltd’s website at: www.osea-asia.com . |
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The Kuala Lumpur & Selangor Indian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KLSICCI) in association with the Malaysian Associated Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MAICCI) and with the support of various Government Ministries and agencies is publishing the MAICCI Trade Directory 2007 / 2008 for the sixth consecutive occasion.
This Directory contains comprehensive information on the nearly two thousand members of the Indian mercantile community in Malaysia. Copies of the Trade Directory will be given to all Ministries, Trade Organizations, Sister Chambers of Commerce and Foreign Missions in Malaysia. It will be circulated to Malaysian Embassies and MATRADE and MIDA Offices throughout the world. It will also be given to all foreign delegations visiting the Chamber.
The Chamber intends to initially produce 2,000 copies of this Directory. To ensure successful publication, we seek your kind support in placing an advertisement in this Directory.
The advertisement rates are as follows : -
* Back Cover RM 10,000.00 (Full Colour)
* Front Inside Cover RM 7,500.00 (Full Colour)
* Back Inside Cover RM 5,000.00 (Full Colour)
* One Full Page RM 2,000.00 (Full Colour)
* One Full Page RM 1,000.00 (Black & White)
* Additional charge for banner RM 1,000.00
advertisement in CD-ROM
Note : Colour separation to be provided by the advertiser
For further details and assistance, please contact the Chamber secretariat at Tel: 03-2693 1033 or E-mail: indra@klsicci.com.my |
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This soft loan is targeted at small and medium-sized enterprises, in line with the government’s initiative to provide soft financing schemes to meet their needs. The loan is channeled through the International Trade and Industry Ministry.
"The fund will be disbursed with four specific windows:
- Rationalization exercise,
- Tooling acquisition, development and production,
- Productivity improvement
- Export enhancement."
Eligibility Requirement:
- Members of automotive parts and components manufacturers
- At least 2 years in business
- The loans are exclusively for registered members of:
- Malaysian Automotive Component and Parts Manufacturers Association,
- Proton Component and Parts Manufacturers Association
Interest rate : 4% yearly rest
DEVELOPMENT FINANCE DIVISION
Bangunan MIDF,
195A Jalan Tun Razak,
50400 Kuala Lumpur,
P.O. Box 12110,
50939 Kuala Lumpur.
Tel : (603) 2161 0066, 2161 1166
For further information members can contact: Encik Wahlid at Tel: 03- 2160 4334 or via email : alwalid@midf.com.my. |
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| Bank Pertanian Malaysia have re-launched the Micro Credit Scheme under the name Modal Usahawan Tani (MUST). (DOWNLOAD SKIM KREDIT MIKRO) |
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| Organizer: |
Selangor Human Resource Development Centre (SHRDC) and Medium Industries Development Corporation (SMIDEC) |
| Course Registration Form: |
Training Promotion Information[Download here] |
| For Further enquiries pleases contact Mr. Aizam / Pesala at 03-5513 3560 or Fax : 03-5513 3490 |
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The Chamber’s Scholarship and Welfare Committee embarked on a noble project during the past one year ie.
to increase the proficiency level of English Language in Tamil schools to showcase the caring nature of the Indian business community for the well being of our future generation.
Should you feel inclined to donate to this worthy cause, please fill up the enclosed sponsorship / donation form and return it to the Secretariat with your contribution. Your contribution will be acknowledged with a
tax exemption receipt from the Chamber.
Contact Details: Chamber Secretariat at 03-26931033 |
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| The Kuala Lumpur and Selangor Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry is looking into the possibility of donating computers to schools/ orphanages/ charitable homes in the State of Selangor and Wilayah Persekutuan. Computers should be in fairly good working condition and preferably Pentium@2 and above. Other items would be computer tables, chairs and air- conditioners. |
| Sent to: |
Kuala Lumpur & Selangor Indian Chamber of Commerce
& Industry (KLSICCI) |
| Contact Details: |
603-26931033 |
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