SIRIM Celebrates World Metrology Day 2025 with a Symposium to Explore Advancements in Metrology

Group photo from left Dr. Faridah Hussain, Chief Metrologist, NMIM, Mr Hussalmizzar Hussein, Senior Director, Department of Standards Malaysia, Dato’ Indera Ir. Dr. Ahmad Sabirin Arshad, President & Group Chief Executive Officer of SIRIM, Dato' Ir. Prof. Dr. Norlida Buniyamin, Chairman of the National Measurement Council and Emeritus Professor Dato' Dr Mohamed Ridza Wahiddin DSc FASc, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM).

SEPANG, 20 May (Bernama) -- SIRIM Berhad, Malaysia’s leader in innovation and quality, celebrates World Metrology Day with a symposium at the National Metrology Institute of Malaysia (NMIM) in Sepang today. The event brings together professionals, industry experts and researchers to explore advancements in measurement, calibration, and emerging technologies. The theme for World Metrology Day (WWD) 2025, "Measurements for All Times, for All People", also marks the 150th anniversary of the Metre Convention.

This symposium featured insightful keynote presentations from leading experts, offering an ideal platform for interactive panel discussions with regulators. Participants also had the exclusive opportunity to explore Malaysia’s measurement facilities, gaining valuable knowledge and networking opportunities.
 
The World Metrology Day 2025 Symposium was officiated by Dato’ Ir. Prof. Dr. Norlida Buniyamin, Chairman of the National Measurement Council, alongside the President & Group Chief Executive Officer of SIRIM Berhad, Dato’ Indera Ir. Dr. Ahmad Sabirin Arshad.
 
Dato’ Ir. Prof. Dr. Norlida Buniyamin highlighted that prosperity and economic growth depend on a country’s ability to develop, produce and trade quality products and services. She said metrology builds trust in these products and services while reducing trade barriers.
 
“NMIM developed five new measurement standards and produced more than 10 experts in the effort to disseminate the measurement traceability for various industry sectors including E&E, aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, metal, ceramic and glass. With the established measurement standards, NMIM not only supports the industries and other beneficiaries nationwide but also attracts business opportunities for Malaysia in the international services supply chain.”
 
Dato’ Indera Ir. Dr. Ahmad Sabirin Arshad said as Malaysia’s measurement authority, NMIM will uphold national standards and calibration under the 2007 law. By working worldwide, it ensures accurate measurements for trade, industry, and consumer protection.
 
“NMIM will continue to promote and disseminate measurement parameters and technology in the country including providing high accuracy calibration services of measurement standards, consultancy services on specialized measurement projects and also providing metrology skill programs on measurement techniques”.
 
SIRIM believes that accurate and reliable measurements are the foundation of technological advancement, economic development and public safety. We are committed to supporting industries in their pursuit of higher standards, enhanced quality control and innovation through cutting-edge measurement techniques.

ABOUT SIRIM Berhad
 
A wholly-owned company of the Malaysian Government under the Ministry of Investment, Trade & Industry. SIRIM Berhad is a leading organisation for technology and quality solutions specialising in: Industrial Research, Technology Development and Commercialisation; Certification, Testing and Inspection; Measurement and Calibration; Training; Standards Research and Development; Technology-based Entrepreneurship; and Design Advisory.  www.sirim.my
 
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SOURCE: SIRIM Berhad

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UOB Malaysia invites artists to showcase their unique artistry at the 15th UOB Painting of the Year competition

 

Ng Wei Wei, Chief Executive Officer UOB Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, May 13 (Bernama) -- UOB Malaysia invites established and emerging artists to unleash their thought-provoking ideas into powerful works of art in the 15th edition of UOB Painting of the Year (POY) (Malaysia) competition.
 
The UOB POY competition is one of the region’s most prestigious annual art competitions running simultaneously across Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. Launched in Malaysia in 2011, the competition offers one of the highest cash prizes in the country.
 
Ms Ng Wei Wei, Chief Executive Officer, UOB Malaysia said, “For 15 years, UOB Malaysia has been actively supporting the local art community and empowered close to 150 local artists to grow and thrive in their creative journey. Our Painting of the Year competition continues to be an important platform to uncover local talents, and we remain committed to supporting the development of Malaysia’s creative industry. “
 
Beyond the competition, the Bank has been providing local artists with opportunities to gain international exposure and recognition. For instance, the Bank supported 2016 UOB POY winner, Yim Yen Sum, to showcase her works at Art Central Hong Kong 2024 and the Indian Ocean Craft Triennial 2024 exhibition in Australia. Last year, UOB Malaysia also sponsored Ahmad Syakir Hashim, 2023 Gold Award Winner for Emerging Artist category, for his first international exhibition at UOB Art Space at Art Jakarta.
 
Call for the 15th UOB POY (Malaysia) competition entries
The UOB POY (Malaysia) competition is open to all Malaysian citizens and permanent residents. Submissions are to be made online via UOBandArt.com by 31 July 2025.
 
The 2025 UOB POY (Malaysia) competition features a new panel of judges, including:

1.   Ms Intan Rafiza, Performance Artist and Curator, Lead for the Conservation Division at the National Arts Gallery, Malaysia.
2.   Mr Khai Hori, Curator, Director and Partner at Chan + Hori Contemporary, a contemporary art gallery focused on curating and showcasing thought-provoking visual arts in Singapore.
3.   Mr Kow Leong Kiang, distinguished Malaysian artist, whose works have been showcased globally across Taiwan, Indonesia, Singapore and the United Kingdom.
 
The winners of the 2025 UOB POY (Malaysia) competition will be announced at an award ceremony in September 2025, where the top country winner will receive a prize money of RM100,000 and compete for the coveted 2025 UOB Southeast Asian Painting of the Year regional award.
 
The winner of the regional award will walk away with an additional prize of S$13,000 and an opportunity to participate in an overseas residency programme. In addition, all winners will gain access to the UOB Artist Alumni Network, which will enhance UOB’s long-term support for artists through artwork exhibitions at marquee platforms, artwork commissions for display or auctions, overseas artist residency programmes and networking opportunities and engagements with peers and leaders of the art community. 

SOURCE: UOB Malaysia

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: 
Name: Putri Faralisa Sofea Adril
Brand, Media and Communications
Tel: 6016-6642346
Email: putrifaralisasofeaadril.bintiabduljalil@uob.com.my

Name: Sharie Elina Ibrahim
Brand, Media and Communications 
Tel: 603-2638 6589/ 6012-682 6300
Email: sharie.elina@uob.com.my

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Live-streaming of the International Consumer’s Symposium in Tokushima to be held on June 6, 2025

 

Reference: International Forum held in 2023

TOKUSHIMA, Japan, May 13 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Tokushima Prefecture will hold the “International Consumer’s Symposium in Tokushima” on Friday, June 6. Gathering consumer leaders from Japan and overseas, and the youth who will lead the next generation, this symposium will feature lively discussions on initiatives that can be passed on to the future, including “promotion of ethical consumption,” such as reducing food waste and promoting local production and consumption. 

This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250511609959/en/  

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the birth of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2015. How have our individual awareness and actions changed toward realizing a sustainable society? And now that we have five years remaining until the deadline for achieving the SDGs, what are our next steps? 

On the day of the symposium, a variety of sessions will be held as follows:

· For the keynote speech, Maruha Nichiro Corporation, the first private company in the world to succeed in the complete cultivation of bluefin tuna, will present on its efforts to achieve the SDGs.
· Next, the Global Youth Session, in which university students from Tokushima Prefecture, Australia, Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand, will discuss under the theme of “Ethical Consumption in Food.”
· Lastly, the Consumer Policy Session, in which consumer policy experts from Japan, Thailand, South Korea and Hong Kong, which have direct flights to Tokushima, will discuss under the theme,“Consumer Administration's Approach to a Sustainable Society.” 

The symposium will be live-streamed on the website below.

We hope that the discussions here can lead to the development of significant international consumer policies and encourage consumer behavior toward a sustainable society around the world. 

Website: International Consumer’s Symposium in Tokushima
https://www.pref.tokushima.lg.jp/en/world.consumer.symposium/2025/

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Contact

For Inquiries
International Relations, Consumer Policy Division
Social Affairs and Environment Department
Tokushima Prefectural Government
TEL: +81-(0)88-621-2499
Email: shohishaseisakuka@pref.tokushima.lg.jp 

Source : Tokushima Prefectural Government 

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CALLING INNOVATORS, ENTREPRENEURS: REGISTRATION OPENS FOR 2025 FUJIAN GLOBAL COMPETITION

KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 (Bernama) -- The 2025 Fujian Global Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition has opened for registration, with the aim of attracting top overseas talent to contribute to the growth of strategic emerging industries in China’s Fujian province.

Organised by the Fujian Provincial Party Committee's Talent Work Leadership Office, the competition began accepting applications on May 10 until July 10 through its official website, according to a statement.

Participants will compete in three key sectors called the digital economy, biotechnology, and advanced manufacturing, encompassing high-growth fields such as artificial intelligence, biomedicine, new energy, and new materials.

The competition offers cash prizes of up to 150,000 Chinese yuan for first-place winners, followed by 100,000 Chinese yuan for second place, 50,000 Chinese yuan for third place, and 20,000 Chinese yuan for excellence awards (all pre-tax). (100 Chinese yuan = RM59.72)

In total, three first prizes, six second prizes, 15 third prizes, and several excellence awards will be granted, with the event structured in four phases, namely registration, review process, preliminary round, and final round.

The preliminary selection will be conducted online in July, while finalists will present their projects in person during the China International Fair for Investment and Trade (CIFIT) in Xiamen in early September and will conclude with an awards ceremony, industry visits, and investor networking sessions.

To further incentivise participants to establish ventures in Fujian, organisers will offer policy and financial support. First-prize winners may qualify as Category B High-Level Talent, receiving a settlement subsidy of up to one million Chinese yuan, while second- and third-prize winners may be designated as Category C talent, with subsidies of up to 500,000 Chinese yuan.

In addition, winning projects may be included under the province’s Hundred Talents Program for Entrepreneurship, making them eligible for financial support of up to two million Chinese yuan.

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ENCORP CHARTS NEW TERRITORY AT MATTA FAIR SABAH 2025 WITH CAHAYA KRISTAL

KOTA KINABALU, May 9 (Bernama) -- Encorp Berhad (ENCORP) proudly makes its strategic debut at the MATTA Fair Sabah 2025, becoming one of the first property developers to join a traditionally travel-focused event. This move reflects a growing overlap between lifestyle, travel and homeownership aspirations, further underscoring ENCORP’s commitment to reaching new audiences. 

At the fair, ENCORP showcased Cahaya Kristal, its latest residential offering an affordable yet premium address in the heart of Kota Kinabalu, with units starting from RM389,000. Residents will enjoy a variety of amenities, including a swimming pool, landscaped gardens, gym, multi-purpose hall, covered car park, children’s playground, wading pool, outdoor gym and 24-hour security, among others, designed to enhance comfort, convenience and wellbeing.

Located at Jalan Kepayan, Cahaya Kristal blends modern living with a tranquil natural setting. With seamless connectivity and practical layouts, it is designed to meet the needs of first-time homeowners, young families and presents an attractive opportunity for investors seeking long-term value in Sabah’s growing property market. 

“Cahaya Kristal marks a significant milestone for ENCORP as we expand into East Malaysia’s property market,” said Kamarul Azman bin Kamarozaman, Acting Group Chief Executive Officer and Group Chief Financial Officer of ENCORP. “Sabah has strong fundamentals for growth and we see potential in Kota Kinabalu as an emerging hotspot for both homeowners and investors. Our participation in MATTA Fair is a strategic way to introduce our brand and build visibility among an audience increasingly interested in property as part of their lifestyle and investment portfolio.” 

He added, “Cahaya Kristal offers the best of both worlds, combining modern living in a scenic, well-connected setting, along with an attractive entry price point. We believe it will resonate with discerning buyers looking for long-term value.” 

ENCORP invites all visitors to discover Cahaya Kristal at Booth No. F17, Hall 2 during the MATTA Fair Sabah 2025, held at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), Kinabatangan, from 9 to 11 May 2025.

About Encorp Berhad (ENCORP)
Listed on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia (Ticker: ENCORP/6076), ENCORP is principally an investment-holding company. The Group is currently involved in three core businesses – property development, property investment and construction. For more information, visit encorp.com.my 

SOURCE: Encorp Berhad (ENCORP)

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: 
Name: Saidah Umairah Binti Zul Azki
Executive, Media & Public Relations
Tel: 03-6286 7634 / 017 684 0824
Email: umairah@encorp.com.my

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MFPC International Shariah Wealth Management & Financial Planning Conference and Graduation Ceremony & High Tea 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, May 9 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Financial Planning Council (MFPC) will host the 12th International Shariah Wealth Management & Financial Planning Conference (ISWMFPC), followed by its 10th Graduation Ceremony, in a back-to-back programme at Berjaya Times Square on Saturday, 10 May 2025, from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

This hybrid conference will welcome 300 participants, both physically and virtually. With the theme “Building a Sustainable Future: The Role of Shariah Wealth Management in Achieving the SDGs,” the event will bring together experts, practitioners, and stakeholders to explore the latest innovations, regulatory shifts, and market strategies shaping the Shariah wealth management landscape. The keynote address will be delivered by YB Senator Dr Zulkifli bin Hasan, Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs).
 
This conference will feature international speakers from Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia. Highlights of the event will include the launching of the Agensi Kaunseling & Pengurusan Kredit (AKPK) book ‘GROW’ and a roundtable discussion.
 
At noon, the Graduation Ceremony will take place to celebrate the remarkable achievements of graduates from MFPC’s flagship professional programmes — the Registered Financial Planner (RFP) and Shariah RFP. 2,407 individuals have successfully completed their qualifications from 2022 until 2024. This includes 510 Ordinary Members who have earned the RFP and Shariah RFP designations – among them, 10 distinguished graduates who attained dual certifications, as well as 1,897 Associate Members.
 
With the theme “Visionary Leaders, Empowering Future Generations,” the Ceremony will bring together 560 attendees, comprising 353 graduates and 207 guests, including collaborating partners, family members and friends. The event will feature a keynote address by Ms Lau Chin Ching, Director of the Consumer and Market Conduct Department at Bank Negara Malaysia, and will conclude with a delightful high tea session.
 
MFPC extends its heartfelt thanks to our strategic partner, AKPK, as well as our sponsors whose invaluable support has made this event possible — including Kenanga Investors Berhad, Saturna Sdn. Bhd., Premier Skills & Education Sdn. Bhd., Takaful Ikhlas Family Berhad, TSI Wealth Planners, Capspring Temasik Financial Group, Harveston Financial Advisory, Lifa Planners, MU Advisory, SALIHIN Shariah Advisory and YES Trustees — all of whom will also be showcasing their products and services, at booths during the event.
 
About MFPC
Established in 2004, MFPC is dedicated to advancing the financial planning profession in Malaysia. Providing recognised financial planning qualifications, including Registered Financial Planner (RFP) and Shariah RFP, MFPC ensures adherence to high professionalism standards through Best Practice Standards and a Code of Ethics. The council has been a driving force in promoting financial literacy and professional financial planning in Malaysia since 2004. As a key player in financial education via our signature programme, "My Money and Me," MFPC collaborates with regulatory bodies, financial institutions, and educational partners to enhance financial knowledge and awareness among Malaysians.

SOURCE: Malaysian Financial Planning Council (MFPC)

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: 
Name: Mohd Farhan Azizan
External Relations, Research and Publication
Malaysian Financial Planning Council
Tel: +6 019 277 3521
Email: farhan@mfpc.org.my
Website:www.mfpc.org.my  

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Registration Opens For First MEASA-hosted ICOM Dubai 2025

 

ICOM Dubai 2025: Global Museum Professionals Invited to Register for Landmark Event (Photo: AETOSWire) 

KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- The Organising Committee of ICOM Dubai 2025 has announced the opening of registration for the 27th General Conference of the International Council of Museums (ICOM), marking the first time the event will be hosted in the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region.

Scheduled from Nov 11 to 17 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the conference will offer a global platform for innovative discussions on reshaping museums’ roles in rapidly evolving communities, according to a statement.

Attendees can register online through the event’s official website, with options for both on-site and virtual participation.

ICOM Dubai 2025 expects to welcome approximately 4,500 international museum professionals and cultural experts to foster dynamic exchanges and create sustainable strategies for the sector, emphasising regional and global collaboration to advance innovation.

Themed ‘The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities’, the event will deliver diverse and interactive sessions centred around youth empowerment, new technologies, and intangible cultural heritage.

Furthermore, curated tours and excursions will immerse participants in the cultural heritage of all seven emirates and engage in a dedicated Museum Fair designed to further enrich networking and collaboration opportunities, ensuring a memorable experience.

The selection of Dubai as host city was achieved in collaboration with Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, Dubai Municipality, and the Department of Economy and Tourism, acknowledging its exceptional efforts in cultural safeguarding and commitment to a creative economy.

Established in 1946, ICOM is a global organisation dedicated to the preservation, promotion, and development of museums and the museum profession, serving as a platform for the international museum community and fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing across continents.

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