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The Sun
an hour ago
- Business
- The Sun
Penang to host first ‘The Rise' summit with 600 global Tamil delegates
GEORGE TOWN: A total of 600 delegates from 30 countries are expected to attend The Rise 15th Global Summit for Tamil Entrepreneurs and Professionals at the PICCA Convention Centre, Butterworth, from August 15 to 17. Penang Housing and Environment Committee chairman Datuk Seri S. Sundarajoo said the summit, organised by the Development of Human Resources for Rural Areas (DHRRA) Malaysia in collaboration with the state government, is aimed at strengthening the network of Tamil entrepreneurs and professionals in Malaysia and globally. 'We expect delegates from the United States, India, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Kingdom and Indonesia to attend this conference, which will be held in Penang for the first time,' he told a press conference here today. Meanwhile, DHRRA Malaysia president Datuk S. Saravanan said this year's conference, themed 'Vaa Tamizha', will focus on several key areas including business opportunities; human capital development and job creation; technology sharing and digital innovation; investment opportunities; tourism and business domains. As a business and investment matchmaking platform, he said the conference – which will be conducted in Tamil – will also highlight 15 main sectors, including agriculture, manufacturing, construction, retail, healthcare, education, real estate, transportation and media. 'Therefore, we invite the entire business community, professionals, investors, as well as government and private sectors to take part in this summit by registering at to build a more inclusive future for the Indian community and Malaysia as a whole,' he said. The Rise, a global platform established to strengthen Tamil entrepreneurial and professional networks, now has an active presence in nearly 40 countries and has held 14 editions of the summit in various countries including India, United Kingdom, Dubai, Oman and the United States since its inception in 2018.
The Sun
an hour ago
- Business
- The Sun
Penang to host 15th global Tamil entrepreneurs summit
GEORGE TOWN: A total of 600 delegates from 30 countries are expected to attend The Rise 15th Global Summit for Tamil Entrepreneurs and Professionals at the PICCA Convention Centre, Butterworth, from August 15 to 17. Penang Housing and Environment Committee chairman Datuk Seri S. Sundarajoo said the summit, organised by the Development of Human Resources for Rural Areas (DHRRA) Malaysia in collaboration with the state government, is aimed at strengthening the network of Tamil entrepreneurs and professionals in Malaysia and globally. 'We expect delegates from the United States, India, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Kingdom and Indonesia to attend this conference, which will be held in Penang for the first time,' he told a press conference here today. Meanwhile, DHRRA Malaysia president Datuk S. Saravanan said this year's conference, themed 'Vaa Tamizha', will focus on several key areas including business opportunities; human capital development and job creation; technology sharing and digital innovation; investment opportunities; tourism and business domains. As a business and investment matchmaking platform, he said the conference – which will be conducted in Tamil – will also highlight 15 main sectors, including agriculture, manufacturing, construction, retail, healthcare, education, real estate, transportation and media. 'Therefore, we invite the entire business community, professionals, investors, as well as government and private sectors to take part in this summit by registering at to build a more inclusive future for the Indian community and Malaysia as a whole,' he said. The Rise, a global platform established to strengthen Tamil entrepreneurial and professional networks, now has an active presence in nearly 40 countries and has held 14 editions of the summit in various countries including India, United Kingdom, Dubai, Oman and the United States since its inception in 2018.
Focus Malaysia
2 days ago
- Politics
- Focus Malaysia
Ramasamy wants Penang EXCO reprimanded for unilateral decision on Indian Muslim housing discount
I CANNOT stop wondering at how the Penang state government could permit an EXCO member to make unilateral announcements without the approval or endorsement of the state executive council (EXCO). I am bewildered that Penang state Housing and Environment Committee chairman Datuk Seri S. Sundarajoo could announce a 5% housing discount for Indian Muslims under the Madani housing scheme without apparent consultation with his other EXCO colleagues. Sundarajoo justified the move on grounds of low participation among Indian Muslims in state housing. But can he furnish data to back this claim? What are the comparative participation rates of Malays, Chinese, Indians and Indian Muslims? He also stated that this discount would not affect allocations for the Malays – yet he seems to overlook the complex identity overlap where some Indian Muslims are classified as Malay/Bumiputera while others maintain their distinct ethnic identity. Has there been any study quantifying the percentage of Indian Muslims who qualify under the Bumiputera category versus those who identify separately? Jumping the gun? Without such data, it's hard to justify a policy decision that could result in dual benefits for a segment of the population, raising questions of fairness and equity. Had this proposal been tabled in an EXCO meeting, its flaws could have been debated and possibly avoided. But instead, Sundarajoo proceeded based on consultations with developers – not the state government – casting doubt on the integrity of Penang's housing policy framework. This was a poor decision made without transparency and without consideration for other equally deserving communities. The policy lacked sound rationale and undermined public confidence. In this regard, I commend Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow for stepping in to reverse the decision and broadening the discount to all eligible Malaysians. I urge Chow to go a step further – reprimand Perai state assemblyman Sundarajoo for bypassing proper procedure and acting irresponsibly on a matter of public policy. – June 9, 2025 Former DAP stalwart and Penang chief minister II Prof Ramasamy Palanisamy is chairman of the United Rights of Malaysian Party (Urimai) interim council. The views expressed are solely of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Focus Malaysia.
