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MuzArt International Unveils Artistic Journeys with the"MuzArt CréArte 2023/2024: A Journey to Switzerland" incollaboration with Switzerland Tourism

 

Presentation from Ms. Lyn Loh, Market Representative Malaysia from Switzerland Tourism

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – 21 OCTOBER 2023 – MuzArt International has joined
hands with Switzerland Tourism for its one-of-a-kind "MuzArt CréArte 2023/2024: A
Journey to Switzerland" campaign. Together, they bridge the mesmerizing world of art
with the enchanting landscapes of Switzerland.

This initiative magnifies the intrinsic bond between art and travel. Through MuzArt
International's platform, students are granted a rare opportunity to immerse in
Switzerland's allure and translate it into magnificent 3D art. While art captures moments,
memories, and emotions, this collaboration amplifies those elements, introducing them to
the majesty of Switzerland's cultural and scenic splendors.

Ms. Shannics interacts with the young artist

"Art has the power to transcend boundaries, and through our partnership with Switzerland
Tourism, we aim to inspire not just creativity, but also the joy of exploration. Our young
artists, with every brushstroke, are not just painting scenes, they are capturing memories
they will one day make with their families in the heart of Switzerland." said Shannics Teh,
Founder and CEO of MuzArt International.

By collaborating with MuzArt International and engaging with children, Switzerland
reinforces its reputation as a premier children and family-friendly destination. As children
delve into the world of art and creativity, it naturally fosters meaningful conversations and
collaborative moments with their parents. This collaboration not only showcases
Switzerland's scenic beauty but also emphasizes the deep connections families can forge
when exploring and expressing their shared experiences.

Switzerland Tourism booklet

"Switzerland has always been a canvas of natural beauty and rich culture. By
collaborating with MuzArt International, we are inviting the young, imaginative minds to
depict their Swiss dreams. In doing so, we are not only celebrating their creativity but also
showcasing Switzerland as a cherished destination where family memories are crafted
and treasured." said Lyn Loh, Market Representative Malaysia of Switzerland Tourism.
The Grand Prize is truly exceptional: the winning artist will be whisked away on a dream
trip to Switzerland with three family members. This memorable journey will include 4
return economy class tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Zurich via Singapore, 8-Days Swiss
Travel Passes in 1st Class and 7-nights hotel stay in Switzerland.

Shannics Teh of MuzArt International added, "This collaboration is truly a confluence of
Swiss elegance and Malaysian artistry. We are not only giving our students a canvas but
a chance to communicate with a world audience. With Switzerland Tourism’s
collaboration, our students will gain insights and inspiration unparalleled in depth and
authenticity."

The "MuzArt CréArte 2023/2024: A Journey to Switzerland" campaign signifies more than
an artistic contest; it is a journey through time, tradition, and landscapes. Dive deep, let
creativity soar, and embark on this artistic odyssey across Switzerland's majestic horizons.
Campaign details:

• Launching date: 21 October 2023
• Contest Period: 01 November 2023 – 31 December 2023 (2 months)
• Internal judging period: January 2024 – February 2024
• Online voting period: January 2024 – February 2024
• Finalist & Winner announcement: March 2024
  For more campaign details, please visit MuzArt International's official social media
  handle: https://www.facebook.com/muzart.international

LAUNCHING OF GREEN SMART PLANET & MALAYSIA PROJECTS Globally

 

Left to righ: Lee Ping Ping, CEO of CIBC Group / Dato Aric Ng, Vice Chairman of Quantum March Group / Dato’ Goh Yong Hau, CEO of Edge Computing Technologies / Datuk Gary Chua, CEO of Green Smart Planet Management / Dato Sri Sin Hock Min, Chairman of CIBC Group / Faizal Mohd Yusof, Senior Director of MITI Industry Development / Dato Dr. Clement Tan, Organising chairman / YBHG Datuk Zainuri Bin Hj  Zainal, Representative of MITI / YBHG Datuk Mohd Razlan Bin Rafii, setiausaha politik YB menteri kemajuan desa dan wilayah / Linda Wong, Chairperson of  Quantum March group / Dato Mohammad Hanafiah Zakaria, special guest / Dato Sri Koo Tee Yam, special guest / Ch’ng Soon Sen, CEO of MP Corp / Dato Koh Mui Tee, Executive president of Quantum March Group / Yang Jianxian, Director of Quantum March Group / Chrintine Teo, Special Guest

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - September 6, 2023 – Green Smart Planet has conducted its global launching of the world first green and smart city industrial economic ecosystem internet platform and Malaysia's first world-class comprehensive Green & Smart City development project, held at the Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur. The event has invited the esteemed guest of honour, YAB Dato' Sri Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia and special guest YB Tengku Datuk Seri Utama Zafrul, Minister of Investment, Trade & Industry for officiating the launching ceremony and witnessing the signing of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) between Green Smart Planet and four prominent Malaysian companies.

GREEN SMART PLANET – A GREEN AND SMART INDUSTRIAL ECOSYSTEM PLATFORM

Green Smart Planet is the world's first and only operational Green and Smart industrial ecosystem platform with international reach, supporting both online and offline activities across borders. The Platform integrates the application of nine key economic behaviours involved in the development of Green and Smart Cities, including ‘Real Estate Development’, ‘Planning & Design’, ‘International Procurement’, ‘Construction & Engineering’, ‘Service Operations’, ‘Investment Opportunities’, ‘Professional Services’, ‘Entrepreneurship & Innovation’ and ‘University-Industry Collaboration’.   

Green Smart Planet is operating through a membership-based platform model, committed to provide global corporate users such as property developers, urban planning organisations, government agencies, manufacturers, research institutions and more, exclusive services and applications. The Platform assists its corporate users in expanding international market opportunities, enhancing business matchmaking efficiency, reducing transaction costs, shortening cash cycles, and facilitating cross-border business transactions through the four core values offered by Green Smart Planet.

Green Smart Planet advocates four core values to its corporate users within the Platform.

1.          Using Renminbi (RMB) as the pricing, transaction and settlement currency for cross-border business transactions carried on the Platform. This initiative lowers exchange rate conversion costs and mitigates exchange rate volatility risks for global market economic activities in the development of Green and Smart Cities. Additionally, the platform collaborates with global third-party service providers to offer bilateral currency financial solutions to assist corporate users in alleviating cash flow pressures.

2.          Implementing Sharing Economy applications within each nine key economic behaviours involved in the development of Green and Smart Cities. Committed to reduce overall project costs and maximising economic benefits to both sides, embodying the principle of mutual benefits beyond traditional transactions.

3.          Providing Exclusive Point-To-Point Value-Added Services by Clement & Associates. These services connect the corporate users to professional consultants located worldwide, to cater to their specific needs, targeting objectives or designated subjects. This one-on-one business matchmaking fosters successful transactions among corporate users.

4.          Conducting Independent Due Diligence for each corporate user, with independent due diligence reports provided by professional law firms from around the world, ensuring the authenticity of all users' information and content on the platform, instilling a sense of reliability and credibility.

Green Smart Planet adopts a model of national-authorized operations to establish exclusive platforms for industry stakeholders involved in the development of Green and Smart Cities in various countries, connecting these exclusive platforms to achieve comprehensive global coverage and addressing the current pain points of disconnected global industry markets and resources.

In addition to the nine key economic behaviour applications, Green Smart Planet introduces an international "Global Centre" application, which keeps all industry stakeholders involved in the development of Green and Smart Cities updated with real-time industry news, market information, and more. It features an international bidding & tender centre and a global trading platform to handle international procurement, engineering bidding information, surplus goods trading, second-hand equipment trading, green plants trading, and other trading information.

Green Smart Planet introduces an "International Arbitration Court" that integrates arbitrators and lawyers from around the world. It streamlines the traditional, complex international arbitration process, enabling online cross-border hearings, with an average time frame of 7 working days for rulings, enforceable in the 157 member countries of the New York Convention. This expedites the resolution of international business and cross-border trade disputes efficiently.

Green Smart Planet addresses the sensitive issue of "national data security" that has garnered global attention. Central servers and edge cloud settings for Global Centre Date are located within the Multimedia Super Corridor in Malaysia, yet with "independent database" servers set up in each respective country to securely store local corporate users’ data, minimizing the risk associated with jurisdictional boundaries.

MALAYSIA’S FIRST WORLD-CLASS COMPREHENSIVE GREEN & SMART CITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECT

Green Smart Planet has licensed its Malaysia partners to develop the world's first Green and Smart City Showcase and Future Industrial Innovation Clusters Pilot Project. The project plans to develop the first “Green Smart Planet Edge Computing Cloud Data Centre”, “Green Smart Planet International Convention and Exhibition Centre”, “Green Smart Planet Lifestyle Experience Hall”, “Green Smart Planet Households Retail Mall”, and also 32 clusters of “Green Smart Planet Future Industrial Innovation Base” over a 407 acres land which obtained development order for commercial and residential development located at Johor Iskandar Malaysia Economic Zone D. The project is set to contribute a gross development value of RM 60 billion. Aiming to become a model city for others to demonstrate that urban development can be environmentally responsible, socially inclusive, and economically vibrant, contributing to a better quality of life for its residents while preserving the planet for future generations.

PARTIAL REVENUE ALLOCATION TO NONPROFIT ORGANISATIONS

Green Smart Planet also announced that a portion of the proceeds from the revenue of Green Smart Planet will be allocated to support the long-term operational expenses of five world-class nonprofit organizations, including ‘Global Think Tank’, ‘Global Green & Smart City Industry Development Research Institute’, ‘Global Green & Smart City Development Foundation’, ‘World Youth Entrepreneurship Foundation’ and ‘World War Children Care Foundation’.

For more information, visit our website: https://www.green-smart.com

Artisan association reaches RM1 mil in sales to help local artisans

 

Launching Speech By YB Nancy Shukri

 

Contributed by Kenny Phang.

In collaboration with Defy Media.

Kuala Lumpur, 5 September 2023 – Persatuan Pembangunan Artisans (PPA), a non-profit organisation committed to positively impacting the livelihoods of local artisans, celebrated a momentous milestone – achieving RM1 million in sales since its establishment. This accomplishment distinctly underscores the organisation's commitment to supporting women entrepreneurs and needy communities in particular as the profits from the sales are directly funnelled to these artisans.  

The RM1 million in sales were derived from several avenues including the online marketplace, two retail outlets which are located at Pavilion KL and Eslite Spectrum Starhill, as well as several on-ground bazaars organised by its distribution network, The Artisans Haven. Support from private entities and corporations were also critical to the success with over 10% of the total sales coming from concerted purchasing efforts of local artisan products from the corporate sector.  

The ‘Celebrating RM1 Million Sales’ event served as an opportunity to thank numerous corporates that have championed the ‘Jom Sapot Artisans’ initiative. The celebration, held on 5 September 2023 at Berjaya Times Square Kuala Lumpur, was officiated by YB Dato' Sri Hajah Nancy binti Haji Shukri, Minister of Women, Family, and Community Development. Her presence at the event aimed to call for heightened support from all stakeholders, especially private entities, to contribute to the enrichment of local economies, vibrant communities and female entrepreneurs within the Malaysian small business landscape.  

YB Dato' Sri Hajah Nancy binti Haji Shukri, Minister of Women, Family, and Community Development said, “I believe this event will serve as an inspiration, igniting a passion for entrepreneurship and encouraging more individuals, especially women, to venture into this dynamic sector. I also would like to urge more private corporations to take up the mantle of support, to champion and uplift our local small businesses. Your involvement not only propels economic vitality but also nurtures a thriving ecosystem of innovation and collaboration.”  “It's been heartwarming to see private companies stepping up to back our local artisans, buying from these small but incredible businesses. This support isn't just admirable; it's a shared mission to nurture our local entrepreneurial talent and craft a vibrant artisanal landscape. Our small purchases do add up and in this case, it adds up to providing these artisans with their livelihoods. I truly believe it adds both a cultural sparkle and a dose of economic prosperity to Malaysia,” said Mohar Ibrahim, a Board Member of Persatuan Pembangunan Artisans. 

In a significant stride towards fostering empowerment and sustainable progress for women entrepreneurs The Artisans Haven has forged a strategic partnership with  Khadijah International Waqf (L) Foundation (KIWF). This alliance marks a pivotal juncture for two entities that share an unwavering commitment to amplify the potential of women and communities which serves as a catalyst for social change that paves the way towards a brighter and more inclusive future. The collaboration will see KIWF as a strategic partner in creating and modelling a waqf retail outlet and securing financial and moral support from  business and government agencies. Inspired by Saidatina Khadijah outstanding business acumen,it is envisioned that these retail outlets will flourish. This generated fund will then be purposefully funnelled towards other akin organisations, fostering their expansion and advancement. This creates a circle of empowerment, ensuring a continuous and impactful flow of support within the small business community. “This collaboration signifies a unification of common goals towards empowering women by an Islamic Waqf Institution and an NGO led and run mainly by women.  Waqf plays a very important role in Muslim societies. It has been the main source for various public services provided to communities. It has been marginalized as a mere charity, although it has historically been successful in producing sustainable income and reducing poverty levels in Muslim countries. In modern times, Waqf has seen a declining role.With this collaboration, we aspire to revive the practice of Waqf especially in the retail space. The proper management and disbursement of Waqf can become a great source of revenue for the Ummah. For us, it's not just about showcasing artistry; it's about enhancing the lives of local women entrepreneurs who might not always have a shot at the premium outlets to market their products. And here's our aspiration: that owners of shopping spots and retail spaces embrace our intention and support our local small businesses,” expresses Rohani Mohd Shahir, Chairman of Khadijah International Waqf (L) Foundation.

To celebrate the new partnership between The Artisans Haven and KIWF, the two organisations have collaborated to organise a memorable day out for 30 orphans fromYayasan Islam Darul Ehsan to the Berjaya Times Square Indoor Theme Park.

From its inception in 2020, TAH has remained steadfast in its mission to empower and uplift small artisans and merchants. With a strong network of nearly 1,000 artisans, TAH's distribution network has provided an avenue for these creative individuals to showcase and sell their unique products to a wider audience.

To find out more about The Artisans Haven, visit https://www.market.artisanshaven.com.my/.

Batik Walk 2023

Q&A Session with the media at Batik Fun Walk 2023 Press Conference featuring from left Dr. Chris Daniel Wong – Director, MCM CoMetro 5 Pillars Venture LTD, Mr. Ahmad Alsraf Ahmad Mokhtar - Director, Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC), Mrs. Nori Abdullah- Chairman, Yayasan Budi Penyayang Malaysia, Mrs. Farah Annesa Jasmi – Asistant Manager of PR & Communications, Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau and YBhg. Dato’ Leela Mohd Ali, Chief Executive Officer, Yayasan Budi Penyayang Malaysia

  

KUALA LUMPUR, 5 September 2023. Yayasan Budi Penyayang Malaysia (PENYAYANG) will be organized the Batik Fun Walk on Sunday, 22 October 2023 at Lanai, Malaysia Tourism Center, Kuala Lumpur (MaTiC).

The Batik Fun Walk is organized by PENYAYANG with its strategic partners namely Malaysia Convention and Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB) and Malaysia Tourism Center (MaTiC). It is a leisure event that aims to promote batik as national heritage and the use of batik as daily wear.

This event is suitable for citizens of all ages. They can participate with their family members and friends.

Batik Fun Walk 2023 activities 
• Fitness Challenges 
• Entertainment 
• Clowns
• Quiz
• Lucky Draws

Route

The walk starts and ends at Lanai, Malaysian Tourism Center (MaTiC). The walk will take participants through Jalan Ampang, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Jalan Raja Chulan, Jalan Perak, Jalan P.Ramlee, Jalan Pinang, Persiaran Petronas and then enter Jalan Ampang and head back to Lanai, Malaysia Tourism Center (MaTiC).
It will cover a distance of 3.8 kilometers.

Tentative 

Time                                                                Activities
6:30 a.m                                                         Registration
7.00 a.m                                                         Interactive activities with Emcee
8.15 a.m                                                         Warm up Session
8:30 a.m                                                         Flag-off by:
                                                                         YB Tuan Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan
                                                                         Deputy Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia
9:15 a.m                                                         Entertainment
10.00 a.m                                                       - Prizes Giving
                                                                         - Lucky Draws Session
11:00 a.m                                                       End of Program

Participation Fees

Participation fees will be as follows:

• RM 45 for adult participants (with free batik sarong)
• RM 20 for Children between 7 and 12 years old (without free batik sarong) and
• Free for Children under 7 years old (without free batik sarong and medal)

Participants who complete the walk are eligible to receive the Batik Fun Walk 2023 medal.

Donation to Cancer Support Group

The participation fees will be donated to our cancer initiatives via Penyayang Pesakit Kanser (PPK). PPK is a support group that provides services and assistance to cancer patients through "Positive Image" at Putrajaya Hospital, the National Cancer Institute and Seri Kembangan. PPK is also responsible for volunteer and support programs for cancer patients and their families.

Prizes

Prizes will be awarded for the following categories:
1. Youngest Participant
2. Oldest Participant
3. Largest Group of Contestants
4. Group Most Creatively Dresses in Batik
5. Individual Most Creatively Dresses in Batik
6. Family Most Creatively Dresses in Batik
7. Grand Prize and Luck Draws

In Cooperation With:
• Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture of Malaysia (MOTAC)

Co-Organizer:
• Malaysia Convention and Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB)
• Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC)

Supported by:
• Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur (DBKL)

Media:
• ASTRO
• Sinar Harian
• Utusan Malaysia
• Sin Chew Daily
• The Star
• The New Straits Times Press
• BERNAMA
• Harian Metro
• RTM
• TV3
• TV9

Sponsors
1. Victoria Station Sdn Bhd
2. Restoran Nasi Lemak Saleha
3. Eau Claire Sdn Bhd
4. Fraser & Neave Holding Berhad
5. Beiersdorf (M) Sdn Bhd
6. The Store Corporation Berhad
7. RHR Hospitality Sdn Bhd
8. Seri Pacific Hotel Kuala Lumpur
9. Leong Hup Agrobusiness Sdn Bhd
10. Expomal International Sdn Bhd
11. Enrich Fitness (M) Sdn Bhd
12. Mara Liner Sdn Bhd
13. Dewina Holdings Sdn Bhd
14. Nestle

Online Registration:
http://bit.ly/Batikfunwalk2023
or
Ticket2U - Batik Fun Walk 2023

Social Media:
www.facebook.com/BATIKFUNWALK
www.instagram.com/batikfunwalk


Officer to Contact:

A) Yayasan Budi Penyayang Malaysia (PENYAYANG)

Ms Hayati Ghazali
Yayasan Budi Penyayang Malaysia
3rd Floor, Wisma PENYAYANG,
No 6, Jalan Equine, Taman Equine,
Bandar Putra Permai, 43300 Seri Kembangan, Selangor
Tel: +603-8946 0222
Emel :batikfunwalk@gmail.com/yabpm@penyayang.org.my
Website: www.penyayang.org.my

 
B) Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB)

Ms Farah Annesa
Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB)
Level 9, Menara Z10,
Jalan Alamanda 2, Presint 1,
62000 Putrajaya, Malaysia
Tel: +603-8893 4521
Emel: annesa@myceb.com.my
Website: www.myceb.com.my

 
C) Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC)

Ms Ili Nadia Binti Khairuddin
Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTiC)
109, Jalan Ampang,
50450, Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia.
Tel : +603 9235 4800 / 4900
Emel:ilinadia@matic.gov.my
Website : www.matic.gov.my

KLCFC AND PERSIJA JAKARTA ANNOUNCE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP

 

Mr. Azri Azerai, Director of Rinani Group

KUALA LUMPUR, 04 SEPTEMBER 2023 – Kuala Lumpur City FC (“KLCFC”), a distinguished football club recently celebrated as Asia's second-best team in the AFC Cup, now under the financial umbrella of Rinani Group Berhad (“Rinani” or “the Company”), has entered into a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PT Persija Jaya Jakarta (“PERSIJA”). This collaborative initiative aims to advance football development and strengthen cultural ties between the cities of Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta.

Rinani's director Azri Azerai said, "As part of the Rinani family, KLCFC continues to be a trailblazer in the sporting arena. This partnership signifies our commitment to fostering both football development and international goodwill."

Azri further added, "Through this collaboration, we are excited to cultivate and showcase emerging talent from both sides. We believe that sport is a universal language, and what better way to connect our communities than through a shared passion for football."

The MoU acknowledges the significant role of nurturing young football talent and fostering the sport’s growth. KLCFC and PERSIJA will explore joint initiatives that encompass ongoing training programmes in Indonesia and Malaysia, organising football camps either under the PERSIJA brand or co-branded with KLCFC, and facilitating visits by the KLCFC team to PERSIJA's training facilities in Indonesia for friendlies and pre-season preparations.

Beyond the pitch, the collaboration aims to reinforce the cultural and sports ties between Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta. Both clubs are committed to enhancing these connections through football-related events and activities, promoting goodwill and understanding between the respective cities and fostering camaraderie among fans, players, and officials.

The MoU also outlines plans for friendly matches. A date for a match in Kuala Lumpur remains to be confirmed, with PERSIJA committing to hosting a return friendly match in Jakarta. Details will be provided in accordance with the MoU’s terms.

To ensure the sustainability and growth of this alliance, Azri confirmed that representatives from KLCFC and PERSIJA will meet at least once a year to review the progress of the collaborative efforts and explore areas for future expansion.