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KUCHING, Sept 4: The Sarawak Pavilion has garnered a tremendous response at the China International Fair Trade in Services (CIFTIS) 2023, held at the China National Convention Centre in Beijing, China.
According to a press release, visitors are drawn to the distinctive offerings from Sarawak, which encompass investment opportunities, culture and tourism, food and beverages, and educational and other services the State provides.
“Over the past few years, Sarawak has been participating in hybrid mode (online and physical) due to tight border control by China during the Covid-19 pandemic.
“With the lifting of entry requirements this year, the Ministry of International Trade, Industry, and Investment, (Mintred) Sarawak and more than 20 state ministries and agencies represented Malaysia at CIFTIS 2023.
“They include the Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts (MTCP) Sarawak, Ministry of Education, Innovation, and Talent Development (MEITD) Sarawak, Ministry of Infrastructure and Port Development (MIPD) Sarawak, Regional Corridor Development Authority (RECODA), Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation (STIDC), and their agencies,” as stated in the press release.
Earlier, the Sarawak delegation attended the grand opening of CIFTIS 2023 with global dignitaries, which was officiated by Chinese President Xi Jing Ping, before proceeding to the Sarawak Pavilion’s launch by Deputy Premier of Sarawak Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan.
MTCP Sarawak minister Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah and Mintred and MTCP deputy ministers were present at the launch.
“CIFTIS serves as a platform for international trade negotiations, cooperation, and investment in the services sector.
“It attracts global participants from various industries, including finance, technology, healthcare, tourism, education, and more.
“This event offers an exceptional opportunity for Sarawak to showcase its economic potential, foster business relationships, and explore avenues for collaboration with domestic and international partners.”
It said that CIFTIS 2023 provides opportunities for Sarawak to engage with influential global leaders, government officials, industry experts, and potential investors.
“The event features high-level forums, seminars, exhibitions, and business matchmaking sessions that facilitate networking and knowledge sharing among participants to open doors for potential partnerships and collaborations. CIFTIS 2023 will run from Sept 2 to 6, 2023.” — DayakDaily
