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The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
HAWANA strategic partners laud media's role to elevate nation's image
KUALA LUMPUR: Strategic partners of National Journalists' Day (HAWANA) 2025 have described their sponsorship as a crucial effort to strengthen the media's role in shaping Malaysia's image and reputation on the global stage. World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL) Group Managing Director Datuk Seri Dr Irmohizam Ibrahim said the decision to become the official venue for this year's HAWANA celebration is a gesture of appreciation for the media industry. 'HAWANA is the ideal platform to recognise and honour the contributions of journalists. Organising such events should not rest on one entity alone, but require collaboration across multiple agencies to ensure their mission and vision are fully realised,' he told Bernama. Irmohizam was met at the HAWANA 2025-Bernama Strategic Partners' Appreciation Ceremony and Official Launch of BERNAMA Motorhome-Mobile Studio by Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil at Wisma Bernama here today. Present were Communications Ministry secretary-general Datuk Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa, as well as Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) chief executive officer Datin Paduka Nur-ul Afida Kamaludin and editor-in-chief Arul Rajoo Durar Raj, who is also HAWANA 2025 project director. Meanwhile, GM Klang Brand Communication executive Nurhani Yasmeen Mohd Zainan said the company's sponsorship for HAWANA reflects its appreciation for the media's continuous support of local industry development. 'We hope our contribution helps further develop the media sector and journalism as a whole. 'Indeed, the media plays a vital role in communicating GM Klang's activities to the public,' she said. The sentiment was shared by Amanah Saham Nasional Berhad (ASNB) Head of Marketing and Branding Natasha Abd Aziz, who praised the consistent support from media practitioners, especially the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama), in expanding Permodalan Nasional Berhad's (PNB) financial literacy initiatives nationwide. 'Bernama plays a key role in national development as a primary news source for the public. 'We highly value journalists' efforts, especially in navigating the many challenges of producing quality reporting,' she said. HAWANA 2025, slated to be held from June 13 to 15 at the WTCKL with the theme 'Journalism in the New Era: Embracing AI, Safeguarding Ethics', has so far attracted support from 79 strategic partners, up from 44 last year, signalling increased trust in the nation's largest journalism event. The main ceremony of the celebration will be on June 14, with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim being the guest of honour. More than 1,000 media practitioners, representatives of local journalists' associations and media representatives from ASEAN member states are expected to attend the celebration while exchanging ideas as well as establishing strategic relationships. HAWANA, now in its fifth edition since its debut in 2018, is organised annually to recognise the essential role of journalists in national development.
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
WTCKL's Irmohizam honoured with global leadership award
KUALA LUMPUR: World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL) group managing director and World Trade Centres Association (WTCA) board director Datuk Seri Dr Irmohizam Ibrahim has become the first Malaysian to receive the Distinguished Leadership Award by Exhibition Showcase in conjunction with the Exhibition Excellence Awards (EEA) 2025. In a statement issued by WTCKL today, it said that Irmohizam was recognised for his contributions to industry growth and for spearheading strategic initiatives aimed at reshaping the future of the business events sector. The EEA, hosted by Exhibition Showcase, is the largest industry awards platform in India, honouring individuals within the Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions (MICE) and Business Events (BE) industries who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and driven transformative change within the sector. The award was presented on May 31 by the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) chief executive officer Michael Kruppe. This prestigious accolade celebrates industry leaders who have made significant contributions through their vision, leadership, and dedication to advancing the MICE and BE industries.
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
HAWANA strategic partners laud media's role
KUALA LUMPUR: Strategic partners of National Journalists' Day (HAWANA) 2025 have described their sponsorship as a crucial effort to strengthen the media's role in shaping Malaysia's image and reputation on the global stage. World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL) Group Managing Director Datuk Seri Dr Irmohizam Ibrahim said the decision to become the official venue for this year's HAWANA celebration is a gesture of appreciation for the media industry. 'HAWANA is the ideal platform to recognise and honour the contributions of journalists. Organising such events should not rest on one entity alone, but require collaboration across multiple agencies to ensure their mission and vision are fully realised,' he told Bernama. Irmohizam was met at the HAWANA 2025-Bernama Strategic Partners' Appreciation Ceremony and Official Launch of BERNAMA Motorhome-Mobile Studio by Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil at Wisma Bernama here today. Present were Communications Ministry secretary-general Datuk Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa, as well as Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) chief executive officer Datin Paduka Nur-ul Afida Kamaludin and editor-in-chief Arul Rajoo Durar Raj, who is also HAWANA 2025 project director. Meanwhile, GM Klang Brand Communication executive Nurhani Yasmeen Mohd Zainan said the company's sponsorship for HAWANA reflects its appreciation for the media's continuous support of local industry development. 'We hope our contribution helps further develop the media sector and journalism as a whole. 'Indeed, the media plays a vital role in communicating GM Klang's activities to the public,' she said. The sentiment was shared by Amanah Saham Nasional Berhad (ASNB) Head of Marketing and Branding Natasha Abd Aziz, who praised the consistent support from media practitioners, especially the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama), in expanding Permodalan Nasional Berhad's (PNB) financial literacy initiatives nationwide. 'Bernama plays a key role in national development as a primary news source for the public. 'We highly value journalists' efforts, especially in navigating the many challenges of producing quality reporting,' she said. HAWANA 2025, slated to be held from June 13 to 15 at the WTCKL with the theme 'Journalism in the New Era: Embracing AI, Safeguarding Ethics', has so far attracted support from 79 strategic partners, up from 44 last year, signalling increased trust in the nation's largest journalism event. The main ceremony of the celebration will be on June 14, with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim being the guest of honour. More than 1,000 media practitioners, representatives of local journalists' associations and media representatives from ASEAN member states are expected to attend the celebration while exchanging ideas as well as establishing strategic relationships. HAWANA, now in its fifth edition since its debut in 2018, is organised annually to recognise the essential role of journalists in national development.
Malaysian Reserve
3 days ago
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Irmohizam first Malaysian to receive top award at EEA 2025
KUALA LUMPUR — Group Managing Director of World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL) Datuk Seri Dr Irmohizam Ibrahim (picture) has made history by becoming the first Malaysian to receive the Distinguished Leadership Award at the Exhibition Excellence Awards (EEA) 2025 in Navi Mumbai, India. WTCKL, in a statement, said the event was hosted by Exhibition Showcase, India's largest industry award platform and held at the CIDCO Exhibition & Convention Centre on May 31. It said the EEA celebrates key figures and acknowledges the contributions of the unsung heroes in the Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE) and Business Events (BE) industries. 'Datuk Seri Dr Irmohizam Ibrahim's unwavering dedication to reshaping the future of the BE industry while setting new benchmarks for continued growth was recognised with this award,' the statement read. The award was presented by Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) chief executive officer Michael Kruppe, in recognition of Irmohizam's transformative leadership and his pivotal role in reshaping the future of the industry. 'I am deeply honoured to receive this prestigious award as it reflects my passion and unwavering commitment to the growth and transformation of the BE industry. 'I hope that in the future we can build a more resilient, innovative and inclusive ecosystem that empowers industry players to succeed and thrive in an evolving global landscape,' Irmohizam was quoted as saying. Irmohizam, who also serves on the Board of the World Trade Centers Association (WTCA), was commended for his vision and impact in positioning Malaysia as a central hub for business events in the Asian region and globally. Other recipients include Ray Bloom, founder and chairman of IMEX Group; Mala Dorasamy, CEO of the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre; and Adeline Vancauwelaert, chief operating officer of UFI – The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry. In the statement, WTCKL also congratulated Irmohizam on his milestone achievement, citing his dedication as an inspiration to the industry. — BERNAMA
Free Malaysia Today
03-05-2025
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
Events industry can generate RM76.8bil, attract over 25mil tourists, says WTCKL chief
The business events or MICE industry contributed RM86.14 billion to the country's gross domestic product in 2019, WTCKL group managing director Irmohizam Ibrahim said. (Bernama pic) KUALA LUMPUR : The business events industry or Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) is projected to record the arrival of more than 25 million international tourists and industry players with total revenue expected to reach RM76.8 billion in conjunction with Malaysia's Asean chairmanship this year and the implementation of Visit Malaysia Year (VMY) next year. World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL) group managing director Irmohizam Ibrahim said both events are seen as particularly beneficial to Malaysia, especially in driving a people-centric economic boom and also an industry centered on business events. 'In terms of the role of the WTCKL and all convention centres in Malaysia, they can contribute directly or indirectly to the country's economic growth, and it depends on three main indicators, namely the development of the business ecosystem, job creation and community economy. 'When there is an event at WTCKL, the community economy, for example in terms of e-hailing, public transportation, hotel bookings, food and beverage, as well as local tourism activities (tourism locations in our country) can also benefit,' he said during the Ruang Bicara Aspirasi Ekonomi programme titled 'Convention Industry Driving Strategic Economy' broadcast by Bernama TV last night. He said before Covid-19 hit the country, the business events or MICE industry had contributed RM86.14 billion to Malaysia's gross domestic product (GDP), with international tourist arrivals exceeding 26 million in 2019. Meanwhile, Irmohizam said, the current global economic transition, especially with the ongoing tariff war, required serious attention. 'Malaysia as a country that is not exempted, needs to see how the business events industry can play a strategic role in the country's economic ecosystem, to ensure that Malaysia continues to emerge as a regional business events destination hub. 'I am saying this not only for exhibitions and conventions but also for events, such as concerts and conferences that can attract international visitors, high-profile international delegations, prominent speakers, investors and industry players worldwide, to Malaysia,' he said. According to Irmohizam, the business events industry is not only able to have an impact on Malaysia's branding, but also increases the confidence of direct and indirect investors to come to Malaysia, based on their confidence in the existing ecosystem. 'For example, the KL International Book Fair, which will be held at WTCKL at the end of May, will bring together various publishers, book creators and delegates worldwide. 'Of course, this event will create an ecosystem that contributes to generating demand for hotel accommodation, services, transportation, food and beverage, and tourism activities in Malaysia,' he said.
