Malaysia: Business Events

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1 Malaysia: Business Events Situated in the heart of Southeast Asia, Malaysia competitively presents the best value in investments - business, education, thought leadership and unique experiences. Supported with concerted Government and industry collaborations, as well as complemented by a vibrant mix of exotic cultural, natural, historical, geographical and gastronomical offerings in one destination, Malaysia is Asia s Business Events Hub. Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB) MyCEB s business events division specialises in securing and supporting international corporate meeting, incentive travel, association convention and trade exhibition events for Malaysia. Our support services are complimentary and impartial, designed to assist in bidding process, fostering government and industry collaborations, providing event support as well as consultation on products and services. In addition to having marketing offices in Australia / New Zealand, Europe, China, and North America, we work closely with over 40 Tourism Malaysia offices worldwide to ensure seamless connections for staging successful business events in Malaysia. Why Malaysia for Business Events? 1. Strategic Location Gateway to Asia, connect with 45% of the world s population. Launch pad into ASEAN Economic Community: mil population; USD 2.4 tril trade potential; USD 617 mil market. Microcosm of authentic Asian experiences. 2. Internationally Connected, Locally Accessible Over 60 direct international airlines, from more than 100 destinations. 5 International Airports Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi, Kota Kinabalu and Kuching. KLIA: Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) - main airline hub. KLIA 2: International and local low cost including full service carrier airport. Seamless connectivity via air, land (Thailand/Singapore) and sea. 1

2 3. Value for Money Competitively priced products and services. Favourable exchange rate: Approximately USD 1 = MYR 4.0; Euro 1 = MYR th Most Price Competitive in the Asia Pacific (Travel & Tourism Competitive Report 2015, World Economic Forum). 5 th Best Priced First Class Hotel in the World (TripAdvisor s TripIndex Room Service, 2014). 4. World Class Facilities & Services Key locations: Kuala Lumpur; Putrajaya; Penang Island; Langkawi Island, Kedah; Kuching, Sarawak and Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. Wide range of facilities, from hotels with meeting facilities to purpose-built meeting/convention centres. Total of major 20 convention/exhibition centres, max capacity for up to 10,000 delegates per event. 200,000 sqm current total exhibition space, additional 80,000sqm by convention/exhibition centres to be launched by Collaborative government and industry supports facilitated by MyCEB. 5. Variety of Accommodations Diverse range budget-friendly, boutique, 3 to 5-star luxury hotels to fully equipped serviced apartments, within close proximity to event venues. 6. Solid Track Record Malaysia has been hosting numerous significant business events, often drawing record attendances, just to name a few: - Malaysia International Furniture Fair (MIFF) - Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) - The Asian International Machine Tools and Metalworking Technology (METALTECH) - Asian Oil, Gas & Petrochemical Engineering Exhibition (OGA) - 7 th International Aids Society (IAS) HIV Conference in Pathogenesis and Prevention Woman Deliver Conference Million Dollar Round Table Australian Directors Conference

3 7. Unique Locations and Venues Exciting sensory experiences for meetings, incentive travels and beyond. Breath-taking vistas million-year-old tropical rainforests, 800+ idyllic islands and untouched piece of art diving sites off Sabah. Iconic landmarks, e.g. PETRONAS Twin Towers and UNESCO heritage sites - Georgetown, Penang; Melaka City, Melaka and Kinabalu National Park, Sabah. 8. Microcosm of Asia Population of over 30 million - Malay, Chinese, Indian, and 47 other indigenous groups. Multi-culturalism reflected in cuisines, arts & heritage, traditions, lifestyle and year-round colourful festivals. Variety of authentic cultural and lifestyle experiences for corporate meetings and incentive travel itinerary Unique themes, venues, CSR and team building programmes to enrich, recharge and reward. 9. Gastronomic Paradise Globally renowned for a delectable array of local and international delicacies: - Nasi Lemak - Time s Top 10 Healthy Breakfast, Laksa - 6 th World s Best Food, CNN s Facebook, Penang, Malaysia Top Culinary Spot, Lonely Planet Recognised for Excellence Destination Support: - Among the Top 10 countries for Best International MICE Destination (China MICE Industry Golden Chair Award, 2016). - Best for MICE in Asia 2014 (Business Destinations Travel Awards, 2014). Strong Economic Fundamentals & Performance: - 18th Most Competitive Economy in the World For Doing Business & 4th in Asia Pacific (World Bank, Doing Business Report, 2015: Going Beyond Efficiency). Melting Pot of Multiculturalism and Diversity: - 8th Most Visited Country in the World (MasterCard Index: Global Destination Cities Index, 2015). - Top 10 Travel Destinations (Lonely Planet, 2014). 3

4 - 11 th Most Travelled Destination in the World (United Nations World Travel Organisation UNWTA, 2013). Friendly and Harmonious: - Top 10 Most Peaceful Country in Asia Pacific and 28 th Safest and Most Peaceful in the World (Global Peace Index, 2015). Ease of Communication: - 2 nd Highly Proficient in English among non-native speaking Asian countries and the only country outside Europe (English Proficiency Index, 2015). Statistics Trade Fair Industry in Asia UFI Report 2014 (11 th edition) Malaysia ranks at 10 th in Asia (Trade fair markets by estimated net square metres sold) Business Events Delegate / Visitor Arrivals Business Events Total Delegate / Visitor Arrivals 1,285,145 1,326,734 1,311,488 1,371,866 *Estimated Economic Impact (EUR) 4.0 bil 4.08 bil 4.08 bil 4.25 bil *Estimated Economic Impact (USD) 4.5 bil 4.6 bil 4.6 bil 4.8 bil * Approximate exchange rate: USD 1 = MYR 4.0; Euro 1 = MYR 4.4 4

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