Kasa Participation At Expo 2020 Dubai Starting From March 20 – March 25, 2022 Expected To Generate Trade And Investment Potential Worth Over RM32 Million
The Ministry of Environment and Water (KASA) is hosting Malaysia Pavilion’s Water Week programme at Expo 2020 Dubai from 20th to 25th March 2022. The Opening Ceremony was officiated by The Honourable Dato’ Mansor Bin Haji Othman, Deputy Minister of Environment and Water on 21 March 2022 at the Pavilion’s Amphitheatre.
The National Water Services Commission (SPAN) as the implementing agency for the week-long programme is organising various initiatives in empowering the country’s water sector through programmes, which are:
- Water Demand Management Strategies Forum will be held on 21st March 2022 at 2.00 pm to 3.15 pm. The forum will be officiated by The Honourable Dato’ Mansor Bin Haji Othman, Deputy Minister of Environment and Water. The keynote address of the forum will be delivered by His Excellency Dato’ Seri Ir. Dr. Zaini Ujang, Secretary General of KASA. Panellists consist of experts in water sector services in Malaysia, Dubai and India namely Dr. Ching Thoo A/L Lim, Deputy Secretary General (Water and Sewerage) of KASA, Mr. Abdullah Saeed Obaidullah, Executive Vice President (Water and Public), Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA), Ir. Haji Azmi bin Ibrahim, Director of Water Resources management and Hydrology, Department of Irrigation and Drainage (JPS) and Dr. Ir. Hj. Mohmad Asari Bin Daud, President, Malaysian Water Association as moderator. The forum will discuss the management of water supply demand, in particular the water service situation in Malaysia, mitigation programmes to ensure water sustainability as well as the sharing of ideas and strategies for water supply demand management.
- Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and Bilateral meetings of Malaysia – Netherlands will be signed on 22nd March 2022 to build a platform for cooperation opportunities in the field of research. The Malaysian government, represented by the National Hydraulic Research Institute of Malaysia (NAHRIM) signed the MoU with KWR Water Research Institute of The Netherlands (KWR). This agreement opens up opportunities for Malaysia to explore and enhance existing expertise as well as gain exposure to new technologies and the latest research on water resources from the Netherlands. Malaysia is expected to improve the quality of research, development, innovation and commercialisation especially in the water sector through this agreement. Various benefits and exposures will also be obtained by water resources management agencies such as NAHRIM.
- Business Matching Sessions organised by the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) and Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) which will be held on 22nd and 23rd March 2022 for the purpose of cooperation and potential trade between Malaysia and international participants.
- The Honourable Dato’ Mansor Bin Haji Othman, Deputy Minister of Environment and Water to visit DEWA Desalination Plant at Jebel Ali Desalination Complex scheduled on 23 March 2022 to observe the process of producing drinking water from seawater for Dubai residents.
- Pocket Talks on sharing new technologies and water services related products will be held on 24 March 2022 at Multi-Function Room, Malaysia Pavilion from 10.00 am to 3.00 pm. Among the agencies and companies participating in the programme are the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (Malaysia), National Hydraulic Research Institute of Malaysia (NAHRIM), Academy of Sciences Malaysia (ASM), Rivil Sdn Bhd, Watermarks Certification (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, Intelligent Aqua Sdn Bhd and ANQAS Certification Sdn Bhd.
Expo 2020 Dubai provides a platform for KASA to promote the country’s water services at the global market and attract strategic investments from international water services industry players towards the sustainability of Malaysia’s water sector. Malaysia’s participation throughout the expo has successfully strengthen Malaysia’s position as an international investment destination.
Malaysia is expected to generate trade and investment potential worth over RM32 million through participating companies in Water Week namely Intelligent Aqua Sdn Bhd (RM10 million), Potaglas Malaysia Sdn Bhd (RM10 million), Pipeco Tanks Sdn Bhd (RM10 million), PTS Tech Solution Sdn Bhd (RM1.5 million), Rivil Sdn Bhd (RM606 thousand), Watermarks Certification (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (RM200 thousand,) and Anqas Certification Sdn Bhd (RM100 thousand). The funds will be generated through international collaboration and cooperation programmes, product research and development (R&D) activities, as well as a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
KASA’s programme at the Malaysia Pavilion can be viewed live via KASA and SPAN Facebook pages. To learn more, visit www.malaysiaexpo2020.com.
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ABOUT MALAYSIA PAVILION AT EXPO 2020 DUBAI
Malaysia’s self-built 1,234.05 sq meter pavilion is the first net zero carbon pavilion at the EXPO. The pavilion features a rainforest canopy inspired by the majestic tropical rainforest of Malaysia, blending cultural elements with nature and functionality into a futuristic building.
The pavilion carries the theme “Energising Sustainability” to represent the nation’s commitment and approach to sustainable development. It is segmented into four sub-themes; “Energising Today”, “Energising Tomorrow”, “Energising Harmony” and “Energising Business”. Malaysia’s activities during the EXPO will include permanent 3D displays, daily cultural performances, craft demonstrations, café operations as well as 26 weekly thematic trade and business programmes.
The business weeks will involve a large contingent of 21 ministries, 69 agencies and five state governments initiating and supporting the programmes. They will also bring weekly business delegations from the industry that will participate in pocket talks, product launches, business matching sessions and signing of MoUs. Malaysia Pavilion will also host and participate in summits and forums throughout Expo.
The Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation is the lead ministry for Malaysia’s participation at the mega event. Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Centre (MGTC) is the implementing agency.
ABOUT THE MINISTRY OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND INNOVATION
The Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MOSTI) is a ministry of the Government of Malaysia. In 2018, the entire component of the MOSTI, Green Technology and Energy Components from the Ministry of Energy, Green Technology and Water (KeTTHA) and related components of Climate Change and Environment from the Ministry of Natural resources and Environment (NRE) has been restructured and formed the Ministry of Energy, Science, Technology, Environment & Climate Change (MESTECC).
Since 2020, MESTECC has been restructured and its name has been changed to MOSTI again. Dato’ Sri Dr Adham Baba has been appointed as Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation since 27 August 2021.
ABOUT MALAYSIAN GREEN TECHNOLOGY AND CLIMATE CHANGE CORPORATION (MGTC)
Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Corporation (MGTC) is an agency under the Ministry of Environment and Water whose scope involves green growth, climate change and sustainable lifestyle.
Three national policies – the National Green Technology Policy (NGTP), the National Climate Change Policy (NCCP) and the Green Technology Master Plan (GTMP) – outline MGTC’s role as a catalyst for green economic growth.
Its three core roles are:
- Mainstreaming the Green Economy through green product and service expansion programmes such as MyHIJAU Mark Certification Programme, Green Technology Financing Scheme (GTFS) and green technology tax incentives, namely the Green Income Tax Exemption (GITE) and Green Investment Tax Allowance (GITA), besides providing training and human capital development schemes.
- Drive climate change mitigation actions such as advocacy for energy efficiency and renewable energy, low carbon city programmes and low carbon mobility initiatives.
- Cultivate a green lifestyle through publicity and awareness programmes in fostering cooperation between the government and private sectors via global-scale platforms such as the International Greentech and Eco Products Exhibition and Conference Malaysia (IGEM) and other public programmes.
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