CCIFM Business Delegation to Sarawak

Join the CCIFM business delegation to Sarawak and build your network

CCIFM will be organising a Business Delegation toSarawak from 24-25 January 2024.

This will be a unique opportunity to explore new business prospects and partnerships while staying informed on government policies and incentives.

Be part of the CCIFM delegation and strengthen your network in this region.

Program

Day 1, Wednesday, 24 January 2024
Venue : Pullman Kuching, 1A, Jalan Mathies, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak

08:30 am - Arrival and registration of participants
09:00 am - Welcoming remarks by Mr Michel Lozac’h, Managing Director of CCI France Malaysia
09:15 am - Presentation Sarawak Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI): Dato Sri Abang Haji Abdul Karim bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg
09:45 am - Presentation Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Investment Sarawak (MINTRED)
10:15 am - Coffee Break
10:30 am - Presentation by Invest Sarawak
11:00 am - Presentation by Sarawak Metro
11:30 am - Presentation by Sarawak Energy
12:00 pm - Presentation by Petroleum Sarawak (PETROS)
12:30 pm - Q & A Session and Closing Remarks
01:00 pm - Networking Lunch
02:00 pm - End of Morning Session

Evening Session
Venue: Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK)
6:00 pm
Gala Dinner of Sarawak Chamber of Commerce & Industry
| One of the largest networking events in Sarawak
with The Right Honourable Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari Bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg, Premier of Sarawak.

Day 2, Thursday, 25 January 2024
Site Visits - either half or full day on project/plant in Kuching (eg: Sarawak Hydrogen facility and others)

Price :
Patron & Sponsor : Free of Charge (1 pax)
Members : RM 550 per person
Important : flight ticket and accomodation are not inlcuded in the price (price excluding 6% SST) (Members Only Event)

About Sarawak 

Strategically located in the heart of Southeast Asia, Sarawak is an ideal centre for many types of industry and is fast emerging as a hugely profitable investment hub. It is the largest of Malaysia’s 13 states, covering an area of 124,449 sq. km, with vast tracts of land available for development and an abundant supply of natural resources. It is also accessible from all major cities of the world, making Sarawak an ideal location for businesses and industries to operate efficiently. Additionally, the state has abundant indigenous natural resources to generate predominantly renewable hydropower.

There are several key sectors that offer significant investment opportunities. These key sectors align with Sarawak's development strategies and present opportunities for domestic and foreign investors.

Economic Key Sectors for Sarawak

Energy and Power: Sarawak has abundant natural resources, including hydroelectric power potential. The state aims to harness its renewable energy sources, such as hydro, solar, and biomass, to meet its own power needs and export electricity to neighbouring regions.

Agriculture and Agro-based Industries: Sarawak has vast agricultural land and a favourable climate for cultivating crops. Key agricultural products include palm oil, pepper, cocoa, rubber, and various tropical fruits. There is potential for value-added processing and export-oriented agro-based industries.

Manufacturing and Industrialization: Sarawak aims to boost its manufacturing sector by attracting investments in high-value industries. The state offers incentives for industries such as timber processing, palm oil refining, electronics manufacturing, petrochemicals, and other downstream activities.

Tourism and Hospitality: Sarawak's rich cultural heritage, biodiversity, and natural attractions make it a popular destination for tourists. The state offers investment opportunities in eco-tourism, adventure tourism, hospitality, resort development, and preservation of cultural sites.

Education and Research: Sarawak is focused on developing its education sector to enhance human capital and promote research and innovation. There are opportunities for investors in establishing private universities, research centers, vocational training institutions, and collaborations with local academic institutions.

Infrastructure Development: Sarawak is actively investing in infrastructure projects to improve connectivity and facilitate economic growth. This includes the development of transportation networks, ports, water supply systems, and telecommunications infrastructure.

Digital Economy and Technology: Sarawak is embracing the digital economy and aims to develop its information technology sector. There are investment prospects in IT services, software development, e-commerce platforms, digital startups, and initiatives to enhance digital connectivity.

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