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Barnama
15-07-2025
- Business
- Barnama
UTM Champions Real-world Research Impact At AHIBS-ACT 2025 Conference
KUALA LUMPUR, July 15 (Bernama) -- Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) remains committed to driving innovation through research that delivers real-world impact, said deputy vice-chancellor (Academic and International), Prof. Technologist Dr Intan Zaurah Mat Darus. She said that the university continues to pursue global excellence by promoting transdisciplinary research and strengthening international collaborations through the Azman Hashim International Business School (AHIBS) and the AHIBS-ACT 2025 Conference. 'This conference goes far beyond academic discourse. It is about action, connection and purpose. It is about weaving together diverse strands of thought, practice and community to create a lasting impact. 'AHIBS-ACT has grown into a meaningful platform where boundaries between theory and practice are blurred, and real solutions emerge. 'You are not only leading by example within UTM but also setting a standard for business schools across the region,' she said in her welcoming remarks at the conference, officiated by Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar. Also present were World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur group managing director Datuk Sri Dr Irmohizam Ibrahim, and AHIBS-ACT 2025 conference chair Associate Prof Dr Haliyana Khalid. Held from July 15 to 16 under the theme 'Weaving Horizons for Sustainable Impact,' the conference brought together policymakers, academics, industry leaders, NGOs and representatives from marginalised communities across ASEAN and beyond. It featured transdisciplinary research with real-world applications, along with community-led initiatives by AHIBS and UTM, reflecting academia's role in advancing inclusive and sustainable development. Aligned with UTM's ASCEND2030 roadmap, the event also reaffirmed AHIBS's commitment to empowering marginalised communities through long-term, meaningful engagement.
Sinar Daily
15-07-2025
- Business
- Sinar Daily
PM's announcement expected to make people smile
'I'm not a magician. Just wait, because it's a surprise." Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar hinted that the upcoming announcement by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will be a surprise expected to bring joy to the people, particularly civil servants. KUALA LUMPUR – Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar has hinted that the upcoming announcement by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will be a surprise likely to bring joy to the people, especially civil servants. 'It's a surprise, but it will make the people happy. 'If it's for civil servants, then it will certainly bring joy to them, InsyaAllah,' he said briefly. He made the remark when asked to comment on a poster shared by the Prime Minister on his official Facebook page yesterday, which hinted at an 'extraordinary appreciation for Malaysians.' While the post did not detail the nature of the upcoming announcement, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim shared a poster that said "COMING" on his Facebook which quickly caught the attention of social media users. The same poster was also shared on the official page of the Public Service Department. However, Shamsul declined to elaborate on the announcement and urged the public to be patient. 'I'm not a magician. Just wait, because it's a surprise. 'It's tightly sealed and cannot be opened,' he quipped after officiating the third Azman Hashim International Business School Action Research Conference (AHIBS-ACT) 2025 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday. Also present were Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and International) Professor Dr Intan Zaurah Mat Darus and AHIBS-ACT Chairperson Associate Professor Dr Haliyana Khalid. Shamsul added that he would leave it to the government to decide on the most appropriate time to make the official announcement. Earlier, the Prime Minister posted on Facebook that an 'important announcement' would be made soon, which was seen as a form of 'gift' to the people. So far, no official details have been disclosed, but many speculated that the announcement will be a surprise ahead of the upcoming parliamentary sitting. It is understood that the Prime Minister also held a closed-door meeting with Pakatan Harapan leaders yesterday to discuss current issues. The discussion session included preparations for the upcoming parliamentary sitting, following an engagement session with Barisan Nasional MPs last Friday. More Like This
