APRIL 2012 EDITION

RECENT EVENTS

THE 13

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NATIONAL HUMAN RESOURCES SUMMIT

The issue talent and HR strategies will stay at the top companies agendas as Malaysia becomes even more integrated with international trade linkages and the overall global economy. Crossing over the threshold into a regional and international arena, our business and HR practices need to be on par with global players and yet dynamic enough to adapt to the new environment. Hence the HR function will be required to rapidly respond to changing organisational needs, marketplace challenges and greater exposure to overseas competition. Hence the most critical step for Human Resource professionals in a global Malaysia is to re-think and re-align HR strategies with future business objectives and immediately address any skills, competency and capacity deficiencies. With this in mind, Asian Strategy & th Leadership Institutes (ASLI) 13 National Human Resources Summit was organized to serve as an ideal platform for leading chief executives and senior HR practitioners to share thoughts, raise issues and brain storm on solutions to emerging talent woes as well as the many HR challenges facing them in light of this development. To move ahead in a highly integrated and competitive economy, HR needs to understand the implications it has on its people and take the lead in initiating the transformation. This is an invaluable opportunity for HR practitioners from private and public sectors to hear, learn and discuss with leading experts and each other on their priority HR goals and concerns, said Dato Dr. Michael Yeoh, CEO of ASLI. The summit delivered an impactful 1-day programme by providing local & global industry updates, hands-on knowledge via case studies and insights into HR practices by leading companies today. Summit discussions covered core HR functions such as strategies & organisational transformation, Malaysian talent development, training and development programmes, and workplace diversity. Leading the distinguished panel of speakers at the Summit was the keynote speaker, Y.B. Dato Dr. S. Subramaniam, Minister of Human Resources. Among the speakers that presented at the summit were Mr. Andreas Dorn, Managing Director, Asia Mind Dynamics; Mr. Animesh Mukherjee, Practice Lead for Talent & Engagement, Aon Hewitt Malaysia; Mr. Anthony Raja Devadoss, Vice President, KellyOCG APAC; Mr. Azman Sulaiman, Client Partner, Korn/Ferry International; Mr. David Wee, Director of Research and Curriculum, The Iclif Leadership and Governance Centre; Mr. Douglas Dean, Human Capital Group Asia; Mr. Johan Mahmood Merican, Chief Executive Officer, TalentCorp Malaysia; Mr. Larry Gould, Chief Executive, Australia-wide Business Training Pty Ltd; Mr. Lim Chin Han, Managing Director, Towers Watson Malaysia; En. Mohd Taufik bin Haji Ismail, Chief Executive Officer, KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital Sdn Bhd; Pn. Nora Abd Manaf, Senior Executive Vice President / Head, Group Human Capital, Maybank; Mr. Rohn Rajen, Managing Director, RRC Worldwide Sdn Bhd; and Mr. Shankar Nagalingam, HR Director, Dell Global Business. The QI Group was the summits Strategic Partner. The 13 National Human Resources Summit was held at Prince Hotel & Residence Kuala Lumpur.
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Y.B. Dato Dr. S. Subramaniam, Minister of Human Resources delivering the Keynote Address. Also on the stage are Dato Dr Michael Yeoh, CEO/ Director of ASLI and Puan Sri Susan Cheah, Director of ASLI.

Session on HR Strategies in a Globalised World Malaysia as a Leading Regional Hub for Business. From left: Mr David Wee, Director, Research and Curriculum, ICLIF; En. Mohd Taufik Hj Ismail, CEO, KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital Sdn Bhd; Mr Anthony Raja Devadoss, Vice President, KellyOCG APAC; and Pn. Nora Abd Manaf, Senior Executive Vice President/ Head, Group Human Capital, Maybank

Session on Sustaining Training & Development Outcome for Long Term Gains. From left: Mr Douglas Dean, Human Capital Group Asia; Mr Rohn Rajen, Managing Director, RRC Worldwide Sdn Bhd; Mr Andreas Dorn, Managing Director, Asia Mind Dynamics; and Mr Larry Gould, Chief Executive, Australia-wide Business Training Pty Ltd.

About 120 participants attended the one day summit.

UPCOMING EVENTS

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MALAYSIA ECONOMIC PROSPECTS AND INVESTMENT POTENTIAL: SHARING VALUES, CONNECTING VISIONS Nation Path through the Next Decade 23 April 2012 Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel, Singapore The conference provides a strategic and timely update on the latest economic and political developments in Malaysia as well as business prospects and investment opportunities. Speakers will share valuable insights on key trends and strategic issues that will impact on the business environment. The recent visits of the Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong to Kuala Lumpur in January 2012 further strengthen the growing bilateral ties. Temasek's investment in Medini in the Iskandar Region is also a landmark development. Closer cooperation between the two countries will open up new business and investment opportunities. Malaysia provides a vast hinterland for Singapore business. At the same time, Malaysia's transformation programmes open up opportunities for Singapore businessman and companies.

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Benefits of participating: This conference will update participants on the Iskandar Region and the Economic Transformation Programme. It will identify specific investment opportunities and enable participants to assess the business and investment potentials in Malaysia. The political update session will enable participants evaluate possible outcomes of the 13th General Elections and how these political trends could impact on business and economic development. Participants will benefits from latest up-to-date information and strategic analysis and at the same time gain valuable insights from knowledgable speakers. You will have your questions answered and queries clarified.

Who should attend: This conference is intended for CEOs, Managing Director of companies, Strategic Planners and Investment Bankers, Invetsment Analysis, Lawyers, Association and Management Contractors. Heads of Regional Operations based in Singapore and Malaysia will also find this conference information packed and timely.

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16th MALAYSIAN EDUCATION SUMMIT 2012 Transformation in Motion: Opportunities and Challenges for Malaysian Education 23 24 April 2012 Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa Malaysia has been hard at work to transform its education system, with one of the underlying objectives being human capital development. The country realizes that as it moves towards a knowledge and innovation driven economy, a world-class talent pool is absolutely essential. In recent years, we have seen deliberate and gradual steps taken to revamp education at the primary, secondary and tertiary levels which emphasises greater self-regulation and autonomy, academic excellence and student outcome, as well as a harmonisation of regulations across public and private institutions. Increasingly, the private sector is encouraged to play a bigger role in the transformation process that would liberalise and elevate education in Malaysia. Entering into its 16th edition, this years summit shall focus on major developments such as the role of education in a globalised world, university leadership & autonomy, academic integrity & excellence in higher education, strengthening our position as a leading education hub, education landscape & school choice, School Improvement Programme, teacher training & development, and the use of technology in schools and varsities. Y.A.B. Tan Sri Muhyiddin Mohd Yassin, Deputy Prime Minister & Minister of Education will deliver the Opening Keynote Address entitled Improving Student Outcome Enhancing the Education Delivery System

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SUMMIT HIGHLIGHTS Participants will be able to hear from and discuss with leading industry practitioners & thinkers on pertinent issues such as: Rethinking Malaysian Education in a Globalised World Institutional Excellence Autonomy and University Leadership Transforming Malaysian Schools School Improvement Programme Malaysian Education Landscape and School Choice Elevating the Teaching Profession Developing Top Talents Enhancing Quality in Higher Education Academic Integrity and Excellence Strengthening Malaysias Position as a Leading Education Hub Preparing Young Malaysians for a Global World Perspectives of International Schools Embracing Technology in Schools and Varsities. WHO SHOULD ATTEND This summit will benefit senior level executives representing various functions: Board of Directors & Council Members CEOs & MDs Director-Generals Presidents Vice-Chancellors Lecturers Research Analysts Policy Makers Curriculum & Skills Developer Senior Directors & Managers Principals & Teachers Education Consultants & Specialists From the following industries: Private Sector Tertiary Institutions Public Sector Tertiary Institutions Public Policy Research Groups Think Tanks & Analyst Organisations Government Bodies Policy Decision Makers Scholarship & Education Foundations International & Private Schools Partner Companies/Organistions of Universities & Colleges Career & Education Consultancies Parent-Teacher Associations Teachers Councils and Unions Foreign Embassies and High Commissions Rural Development Institutes Private Sector & Industry Experts

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ISLAM IC BONDS (S UK UK ) OUTLOOK C ONFER E NCE Reviving M arkets and Seizing Opportunities for C ontinuous Growth 25-26 April, 2012 Prince Hotel & Residence, Kuala Lumpur Amidst the favourable outlook on the demand of Sukuk, along with all the current heightened interest and activity in Islamic finance, it is more important than ever to keep abreast on how the upcoming Sukuks are shaping up for the future. The focus of this conference is to bring the most current Sukuk issues to the fore to a targeted global audience. Get the latest scoop on development of bond markets; emerging issues relevant to bond market development; lessons learnt from current sukuk defaults; risk management techniques; familiarise with the new establishment of Islamic Interbank Benchmark Rate (IIBR); legal and regulatory framework for Sukuk; cross border Sukuk and many more. This conference will feature a high level gathering of Sukuk market players; issuers, regulators, Islamic finance scholars, rating houses, research analyst and consultants. It provides a strategic platform for exchange of knowledge, and high level dialogue between market makers and industry players with regulators and policy makers. Grab this unique opportunity to; establish new business relationships or reinforce existing ones in a highly conducive setting. Dato Dr. Nik Ramlah Mahmood, Managing Director & Executive Director of the Enforcement Division, Securities Commission will deliver the Opening Keynote Address.

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Conference Highlights Gain insight on the Sukuk structure and successful issuance of Sukuk in Malaysia Update yourself with shariah and legal issues and its implications in Sukuk issuance and investment Discover the advantages of project financing using Sukuk Update yourself with the newly launched international reference rate for interbank transactions on pricing Sukuk Analyse risk in Sukuk investment - oversight, identify, measure, monitor, report and control relevant categories of risks and, where

appropriate, hold adequate capital against these risks and how to effectively manage them Learn how to diversify investments and risks and to achieve greater returns Understand comparative analysis between conventional bonds and Sukuk Acquire innovative and effective strategies in marketing Sukuk by reaching out to the global market. Who Should Attend? This conference aims to present those already engaged in the sector as well as those keen to access the Islamic financial services industry. Target audience include; Head of Islamic Finance Head of Islamic Investment Head of Debt Capital Markets Head of Bonds Head of Structured Products Head of Treasury Fund Manager Shariah Advisor Chief Financial Executive / General Manager of Finance, Finance Director, Finance Manager Chief Executive Officer Financial Planner Wealth Advisor Financial Consultant Legal Consultant

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ABOUT ASLI

The Asian Strategy & Leadership Institute (ASLI) is Malaysias leading independent private Think Tank which is committed to the development of Asian leadership and strategic thinking. ASLIs vision is to create a better society. ASLIs mission is to help organizations enhance competitiveness, leadership and strategic capabilities through its public programmes, conferences, publications, policy research, business councils and CEO peer groups. ASLI provides trusted insights to governments, businesses and the diplomatic community. It also acts as a knowledge channel through interaction and dialogues with thought leaders. ASLIs value propositions are its valuable insights, high-level interaction, thought-leadership and in-depth research studies. ASLI provides insights, ideas, implications and interactions. ASLIs events have been addressed by Heads of State, Prime Ministers, Senior Cabinet Ministers, Captains of Industry and prominent Strategic Thinkers to discuss issues of strategic importance to governments and businesses. ASLI has, over the years organised high-level programmes focusing on bilateral business partnerships in Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Australia, Japan, USA, Canada, Britain, Germany, China and South Africa. ASLI is also the Malaysian Secretariat of various bilateral Business Councils.

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