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Selangor Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari has given the assurance that the state administration remains resilient under his leadership with the strong show of support from the 43 state assemblymen. He also pledged that the state government will continue to honour the people’s mandate. MORE ON PAGE 5

THE Selangor administration had formulated 60 initiatives under its Smart Smart plans Selangor Programme in late 2015, intended to fulfil the needs of its growing population. Leveraging on this, State Executive Councillor Ng Sze Han MORE ON PAGE on right track says the administration has now put itself on the right track in making sure that its vision to become Southeast Asia’s premier smart state by 2025 is achieved. 8 &9 2 NEWS Selangor Journal l MARCH 2020

One-stop cardiology centre for all

By ZAREEF MUZAMMIL

SERDANG - Serdang Hospital’s Cardiol- ogy Centre will be able to manage and treat patients from across the country when it opens its doors in June next year. Selangor Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari said the centre will be separated from the main hospital build- ing, making it easier for specialists and patients, as all services will be cen- tralised. “Serdang Hospital is a referral centre for cardiology and heart-related illnesses. “We are proud that with completion of the Cardiologist Centre, the hospital would attract those from outside (of Se- langor) and that patients can be referred for faster treatment,” said Amirudin during a working visit to the centre’s con- struction site here on March 3. The Cardiology Centre is a Federal government project developed under the 11th Plan (11MP) in Selan- gor, costing almost RM306 million. Construction began in March 2018 by Nadi Cergas Sdn Bhd. Upon its completion, the eight-storey building will house 262 beds. The facility will also boast a nine-storey car park. Amirudin inspects the construction work being carried out at the site State set on managing its own waste Selangor cancels all - The Selangor ad- system has been effective. ministration has plans to take “We have to make sure that our non-critical events control of the state’s own solid own enactment is suitable for Sel- waste and public cleansing man- Selangor is quite angor,” he said, adding that a draft SHAH ALAM - The state gov- state government prioritises agement due to the challenges it unique ... we copy of the enactment has been ernment has postponed sever- the health of the people and faces in managing a large popula- handed over to the Federal gov- al big-scale events in the wake will do whatever is necessary tion. have all types of ernment. of the Covid-19 outbreak in to contain the outbreak. Despite the Federal govern- “We are waiting for their com- Malaysia. “Practice good etiquette as ment’s efforts to get several re- industries here ments and we hope to get the Among the programmes stipulated by the Health Min- maining states in Malaysia to green light from them to go ahead postponed include the Selan- istry. Use hand sanitisers and enforce the Solid Waste and Pub- NG SZE HAN with our own law.” gor Land Carnival 2020 and the wear a face mask,” he said. lic Cleansing Management Act STATE LOCAL GOVERNMENT, Apart from Selangor, it has Selangor Job Fair 2020. Amirudin also said the Sel- 2007 (Act 672), which took ef- been reported that four other PUBLIC TRANSPORT AND Selangor Menteri Besar angor Economic Action Coun- fect in 2016, the state govern- states — Kelantan, , Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari said cil has approved the formation ment has formulated its own NEW VILLAGE DEVELOPMENT Perak and Penang — have not en- the decision to postpone or of a task force assigned to con- enactment that would cater to COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN forced Act 672. cancel events that are non-crit- trol and monitor the virus out- the Selangor populace. The Act is currently only en- ical was made after the state break in the state. State Local Government, Public and businesses here. The popu- forced in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, government took into account “The task force will be head- Transport and New Village Devel- lation of Selangor is also much Pahang, Johor, Negeri Sembilan, the views of various parties as ed by former Health Minister opment Committee chairman Ng bigger than other states … so, Melaka and Kedah. well as measures to prevent the Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad Sze Han said Selangor also has its we want to have full enforcement Former Housing and Local Gov- spread of the virus. and will be assisted by state own concessionaire, KDEB Waste when it comes to solid waste man- ernment Minister Zuraida Kama- “The decision was made fol- Health, Welfare, Women Em- Management Sdn Bhd (KDEBWM), agement. ruddin had previously stated that lowing the World Health Or- powerment and Family com- as the Project Management Com- “We have already appointed the signing of the agreement ganisation’s announcement mittee chairman Dr Siti Mariah pany (PMC) to collect rubbish and KDEBWM as our PMC, which would is important as it creates a uni- that the coronavirus outbreak Mahmud.” manage waste. make it difficult for us to comply form cleanliness policy across the is a pandemic. Precautionary Other members of the task “Selangor is quite a unique with Act 672,” he told Selangor Jour- country. measures will be implement- force include Datuk Dr Christo- state or in other words, different nal in an interview on Feb 17. However, she noted that it is up ed for those events which are pher Lee Kwok Choong, Datuk from other states. We are facing Ng said the move to enforce its to each state to find its own con- deemed critical and unpre- Dr Adeeba Kamarulzaman, Da- bigger challenges compared to own enactment is the best way cessionaire to collect the rubbish, ventable,” he said in a state- tuk Dr Fadzilah Kamaludin, Dr other states. to ensure a clean Selangor as the so long as an efficient system is in ment on March 12. Abdul Rashid Abdul Rahman “We have all types of industries existing solid waste management place. Amirudin stressed that the and Dr Yap Wei Aun. Selangor Journal l MARCH 2020 FOCUS 3

By IDA NADIRAH IBRAHIM

BERLIN - The coronavirus outbreak has hit the global tourism industry hard, with many Tourism Selangor people around the world choosing to take a break from travelling. Tourism Selangor, however, is not slowing down as it remains committed to contribut- ing to the Visit Malaysia 2020 campaign, while counting on silver linings also gearing up for Visit Selangor 2021. Selangor was one of the participating states set to showcase its tourism products at the renown international convention ITB Berlin (Internationale Tourismus-Börse Ber- lin) 2020, in Berlin, Germany, which was can- celled just days before it was due to open on March 4. Speaking to Selangor Journal, Tourism Se- langor general manager Azrul Shah Moha- mad said the cancellation of the convention had not hindered his team from continuing with their plans to woo the European market. He said small-scale Business-to-Business (B2B) sessions were held in Berlin with local tour and travel agencies, the media, and blog- gers, to introduce the experiential tourism packages offered through the Selangor Com- munity Host Programme. The programme, which consists of 51 pack- ages, offers the service of local tour guides 1 to expose tourists to the local community and the state’s heritage and culture. 1. Sarah (in orange) and Azrul hold up “People may not be travelling now, but they a mock camera while posing with the will be planning their future travels. There- delegates of Tourism Selangor at the fore we continued with the promotional cam- Malaysian Embassy in Berlin paigns, such as meeting with the travel agen- cies that we had contacted before arriving in 2. Tourism Selangor representatives Berlin, and had also met with local bloggers conduct B2B sessions with local tour and and media representatives, who will coop- travel agencies, the media, and bloggers erate with us on some of the campaigns we 3. (From left) Council have. president Shukri Mohamad Hamin, Kuala “Aside from the experiential packages, Langat District Council president Mohamad there are several other tourism products that Zain A Hamid, writer Bele Harke from would attract European visitors, including Sky Beben Berlin, Azrul and Tourism Selangor Mirror (in ) and Gamuda Cove Promotion and Industry Development (in ),” Azrul said during a recent inter- manager Khuzaimah Jamaluddin during view at the Malaysian Embassy in Berlin. the launch of the “Selangor Up-Close 2020: Apart from B2B sessions, Tourism Selangor 2 Europe Edition Travelogue Competition” also held a Government-to-Government ses- sion with Berlin-based Malaysian ambassador tourism and at the same time they would take to Germany, Datin Sarah Albakri Devadason, the opportunity to explore the state, do some as well as Tourism Malaysia officers in Berlin. shopping or visit theme parks and such,” he Tourism Selangor had also launched the said. “Selangor Up-Close 2020: Europe Edition Trav- The Selangor administration is targeting elogue Competition; #SelangorThroughMyL- eight million tourist arrivals this year, as part ens” during the “Meet & Greet Session with of the overall Visit Malaysia 2020 campaign. Berlin Media” held at the embassy on March 5. “I believe we will hit the target. The drop in Despite the projected 50 to 60 per cent the tourism sector is a global phenomenon, drop in international tourists amid fears of it’s not only Selangor that has been affected. Covid-19, Azrul said he is positive that the Se- “But each state has its own uniqueness and langor government would be able to attract Selangor has a lot of attractions to woo local the targeted number of visitors due to the tourists, such as paragliding sports, which strategies that have been put in place to help can be experienced in Kuala Langat and Hulu cushion the impact. Selangor.” The strategies include focusing on domes- As several large-scale tourism events are tic tourists and banking on sports and medi- being called off, Azrul said Tourism Selangor cal tourism. is actively introducing tourist destinations to “Selangor is one of the best in medical the wider audience of the Internet. tourism. The industry is thriving as we have “We are fully utilising social media plat- many medical centres, over 40 of them, that forms as well as our new and revamped web- are of international standard. site at selangortravel.com as part of our ef- “We see a lot of tourists coming from Indo- forts to promote the tourism products in 3 nesia and other Asean countries for medical Selangor.” 4 NEWS Selangor Journal l MARCH 2020

New Elite-SKVE flyover to ease traffic woes By KHAIRUL AZRAN HUSSIN “However, a flyover connect- ing Elite and SKVE had not been KUALA LANGAT - The construc- constructed, causing traffic con- tion of a flyover meant to ease gestion for the residents in the traffic woes in Bandar Saujana area and highway users,” said Putra is expected to be complet- Yousman during an inspection ed in September next year, said visit to the construction site, the Selangor state conglomer- here on March 3. ate Permodalan Negeri Selan- Yousman said the flyover gor Berhad (PNSB). will benefit 65,000 residents Its assistant planning man- and highway users, especially ager Yousman Yaakub said the during peak hours. eight-lane flyover, with a dis- “The tance of 800 metres, will con- roundabout will be replaced nect the North-South Express- with a cross-junction with a traf- way Central Link (Elite) and the fic light system. We are confi- South Valley Expressway dent that the completion of this (SKVE) without passing through project will solve traffic issues.” the Bandar Saujana Putra On April 12, 2019, Selangor roundabout. Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amiru- “The elevated exit and the din Shari had announced a Bandar Saujana Putra Toll Plaza, RM60 million allocation for the which connects the Elite high- construction of the flyover by way with the township, was offi- LBS Bina Group Berhad in col- cially opened on March 5, 2008. laboration with PNSB. Pile-driving operations in full swing at the construction site for the new Bandar Saujana Putra flyover Solutions underway for flood-prone areas Hearing’s outcome will

SHAH ALAM - The Selangor Izham said these locations government has recently in- have been surveyed by mem- spur improvements: Selcat spected several areas that are bers of the Flood Task Force often at risk of flooding, in or- Committee, heads of related SHAH ALAM - The decisions ing an eye on councillors as der to address the problem, departments and local council- of the public hearing on the they (the councillors) are the said the state Infrastructure lors and a meeting was held on work performance of local au- means for people to voice their and Public Amenities, Agricul- Feb 28 to discuss solutions. thorities and council members, concerns. That is why the coun- tural Modernisation and Agro- “Both long- and short-term which was held on Feb 20, will cillors have to work hard,” he based Industry Committee flood mitigation efforts will be tabled at the Selangor state told a press conference at the chairman. be implemented based on the assembly sitting in March. annexe building of the Selan- , , Bukit findings of the meeting. Selangor Select Committee gor state legislative assembly Melawati, and “The priority is to solve the for Competency, Accountabil- building, here on Feb 20. Seri Serdang were identified as people’s problems and give ity and Transparency (Selcat) Meanwhile, Ng, who is also the most vulnerable locations, them a better life,” he said in chairman Ng Suee Lim said the the Selangor Speaker, said the said Izham Hashim. Izham Hashim a statement via Facebook on outcome of the deliberations committee, which was formed Feb 28. would then become the foun- by the state legislative assem- On Nov 12 last year, Izham dation for improving the quali- bly, would be exemplary to oth- ADVISOR: Editorial Advisory Board had stressed that the state ty of service for the people. er states. GROUP EDITOR: Fathi Aris Omar government would give its full “This public hearing was He said he was pleased that EDITOR: Ida Nadirah Ibrahim commitment to address the not meant to penalise council representatives from Kelantan, SUB EDITOR: Nur Anis Audrey Ong problem of flooding. members but rather, to resolve Terengganu, Negeri Sembilan, The 2020 Selangor Budget JOURNALIST: Ashwin Kumar several issues as they do not Perlis and Melaka were present had allocated RM84.4 million have a guideline (to work with) to witness the public hearing. MARKETING & ADVERTISING: to the Selangor Drainage and or specific assessment meth- Also present at the press Nadhrah Azlan [email protected] Irrigation Department (DID) to ods (to monitor the quality of conference were Selcat mem- Syahir Khadri [email protected] serve this purpose. their work). bers Hulu Kelang assembly- PHOTOGRAPHER: Asri Sapfie, Raheemie Arifin, Of this, RM52.19 million “If we look at 10 years ago, man Saari Sungib, Hafiz Othman & Fikri Yusof was allocated to the flood mit- the councillors’ position was assemblyman Lau Weng San, GRAPHIC & LAYOUT: Graphics Department CCSB igation project, RM26.84 mil- considered a part-time job and Bandar Utama assemblyman lion for drainage upgrades, their job scope was not moni- Jamaliah Jamaluddin, Sungai Level 2, Carlton Holiday Hotel & Suites, No 1, Persiaran Akuatik 13/43, RM700,000 to develop the river tored. Air Tawar assemblyman Rizam EDITORIAL BOARD EDITORIAL Section 13, 40100, Shah Alam, Selangor basin and RM960,000 for wa- “But nowadays, the public is Ismail and assem- Tel : 03-5523 4856 Fax : 03-5523 5856 Email: [email protected] ter and hydrological resource not only monitoring their rep- blyman Datuk Dr Ahmad Yunus management. resentatives but are also keep- Hairi. Selangor Journal l MARCH 2020 NEWS 5

SHAH ALAM – The Selangor gov- ernment remains resilient under the leadership of its Menteri Be- sar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari. MB maintains support, Amirudin said the latest com- position of 43 assemblymen in- dicates a solid backing for the current administration and dis- misses any allegations of leader- vows to keep serving ship issues. Following the strong show of support from the Pakatan Hara- pan state assemblymen, the Menteri Besar has called for soli- darity and reflection. “I think after the prolonged crisis, this matter (of uncertainty in leadership) should have been avoided. Certainly today, the ma- jority of assemblymen have stat- ed their support for me and for the (Pakatan) leadership in the state. “We should always remem- ber and reflect on what has hap- pened at the federal level. The strong show of solidarity be- tween PH leaders is the reason why we resolved the problems in Selangor within 24 hours,” he told a press conference at his of- ficial residence here on March 5. Earlier, Amirudin read aloud a joint PH Selangor statement say- The strong show ing that the pact will continue to support his leadership. of solidarity The statement was signed by Amirudin as the state PKR chief, between PH Selangor Amanah chairman of parliament (MPs) and 11 oth- our the people’s mandate and the current state government Izham Hashim and Selangor DAP ers from PKR. to carry out the agendas that will continue its commitment to leaders is why chairman Gobind Singh Deo. The former ruling coalition would benefit the state and its honour the mandate given by Amirudin also pledged his had 139 MPs in the 222-seat people. the people of Selangor in the we resolved the long-standing commitment to Parliament, comprising of PKR After being granted an audi- last general election. problems within PKR, saying he is no longer with (50), DAP (42), Bersatu (26), and ence with the Sultan of Selan- “His Royal Highness has giv- those who were sacked from the Amanah (11). Pakatan had also gor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris en consent to the Selangor gov- 24 hours party, even though in the past he regarded as its partners Parti Shah, Amirudin said the Ruler is ernment to function and run was often associated with them. Warisan Sabah (9) and Upko (1). satisfied with the state admin- as usual,” said Amirudin, who The PH Federal government Following the collapse, istration’s reiteration to serve was granted an audience at the AMIRUDIN collapsed on Feb 24, after losing Amirudin had on Feb 25 said with loyalty and dedication. Istana Bukit Kayangan together SHARI its majority in Parliament with the Selangor administration “His Royal Highness is satis- with state party heads, Gobind the exit of 26 Bersatu members pledges to continue to hon- fied with the explanation that and Izham. Dato’ Seri Menteri Besar Shah Alam showcased as model city

By KHAIRUL AZRAN HUSSIN World Urban Forum (WUF10), which was launched by Amiru- spirit of cooperation, in line with tices to the people and ensure which was held from Feb 8 to 13. din. SDG 17’s larger goal of sustain- the transparency and account- SHAH ALAM - During one of the “I am pleased to have rep- Also present during the able development through stra- ability of the development of a sessions at a recent international resented the Shah Alam City Matchmaking session were Unit- tegic partnerships. local government. conference of cities held in Abu Council (MBSA) as the first city in ed Cities and Local Governments On Feb 11, Amirudin had ex- “Apart from sharing its best Dhabi, United Arabs Emirates, Southeast Asia to have present- Asia Pacific (UCLG Aspac) Secre- pressed his hopes to see MBSA practices with other cities around Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amiru- ed its SDG report at the forum in tary-General Bernadia Irawati making history as the first Malay- the world, Shah Alam is also one din Shari had the opportunity to Abu Dhabi. and the chief of the Sustainable sian city to present its report on of the selected cities for the de- share his views on Selangor’s ur- “We were also given an oppor- Urban Development Section of SGDs in New York, US, this July. velopment of new and existing ban development model. tunity to learn about Japan’s ur- the United Nations Economic “Shah Alam is on the right projects. On Feb 12, Amirudin posted ban development through a pre- and Social Commission for Asia track in improving its delivery “Our vision is to make the on Facebook about how he was sentation by Institute for Global and the Pacific (Unescap), Curt system to achieve the smart city Shah Alam local voluntary study able to talk about Selangor’s ex- Environmental Strategies (IGES) Garrigan. aspiration,” he wrote on Twitter. the first model in integrating perience in meeting the specifi- director Junichi Fujino,” said Amirudin said he hopes that Meanwhile, Shah Alam Mayor the SGDs and the New Munici- cations of the Sustainable Devel- Amirudin. the discussion between Selan- Datuk Haris Kasim said the initia- pal Agenda in a systematic ap- opment Goals (SDGs) during the On Feb 10, MBSA had present- gor, UCLG Aspac, IGES, and Un- tive opens up the opportunity for proach,” he said in a statement Matchmaking session at the 10th ed its SDGs at the conference, escap will strengthen the group’s MBSA to showcase its best prac- on Feb 11. l 6 ADVERTORIAL Selangor Journal MARCH 2020 Dream properties attract 800 to PKNS expo

By ZAREEF MUZAMMIL categories of houses and Cagamas SRP Berhad. to the buyers. We The PKNS property col- SHAH ALAM - The Selangor State Develop- can also achieve lection exhibition also ment Corporation (PKNS) is aiming to make our 70 per cent received the partici- RM46 million through the sale of 100 prop- sales target pation of four bank- erty units at the first series of the “PKNS X through this ing institutions HOMES” exhibition, which was held at the programme, namely Maybank SACC Shopping Mall, here, from Feb 28 to considering Berhad, Bank Mua- PKNS also offered free stamp duties for March 8. our current malat, Bank Sim- the Memorandum of Transfer for selected The 10-day exhibition, which saw some dim market panan Nasional dan projects. 800 visitors, was a rebranding of the cor- trends,” Mohd Bank Islam, who Property buyers stood a chance to win a poration’s property collection in its efforts Azizi told re- were there to facili- Proton X70 car worth almost RM100,000 to boost sales. porters after the tate the buyers’ loan as the grand prize for a lucky draw. PKNS chief executive officer Datuk Mohd launch of the ex- applications. Azizi Mohd Zain said five PKNS subsidiaries hibition here on Feb According to Mohd Dedicated and had offered 50 real estate products locat- 28. Azizi, there were some 198 ed in Selangor. Among the strategic loca- Also present were PKNS housing units under Rumah Selan- ready to help tions on offer were Shah Alam, Antara Gapi, chief operating officer Norita Mohd gorku that were up for sale. Bernam Jaya, Kota Puteri, Alam Nusantara Sidek, PKNS Nothern Regional Development The completed townhouse projects are With the slogan “Hentikan Pencari- and Selangor Cyber Valley. general manager Muhidin Faharuddin, and in Kota Puteri; Azhara in Antara Gapi; Cas- an, Inilah Penemuan” (“Look No Further, “This programme is the best platform PKNS chief finance officer Nor Azlina Am- sia in Antara Gapi; Anggun Kirana in Alam You’ve Found It Here”), the exhibition to bring every real-estate and construc- ran. Nusantara and Hijauan Enklaf in Alam Nu- also introduced new initiatives, namely tion-related subsidiaries together. Buyers Among the developers involved were santara. the “PKNS X Line”, the “PKNS X Squad”, don’t have to seek other alternatives be- PKNS Engineering and Construction Ber- To encourage the purchase of properties the “Selangor X Homes” and the “PKNS X cause all the real estate products are ex- had, Selangor Industrial Corporation Sdn during the exhibition, PKNS had offered dis- Website” to guide the public through the hibited here. Bhd, Selaman Sdn Bhd, Datumcorp Interna- counts of up to 20 per cent, which included process of buying and selling PKNS prop- “In fact, this exhibition offers various tional Sdn Bhd, Worldwide Holdings Berhad free legal fees. erties.

PKNS X Line The public can contact the PKNS Executive Sales Unit at 03- 50220188 for more information. PKNS X Squad Credible and experienced sales executives in the real estate in- dustry who are always prepared to guide prospective buyers through all PKNS real estate matters. Selangor X Homes The event will be held in August 2020 and will showcase homes and interior decorating ideas, and financing matters. PKNS X Website A website that gathers in one place all the data and information on PKNS real estate products and the company’s subsidiaries. This will help real estate buyers make the best choices. Selangor Journal l MARCH 2020 ECONOMY 7

Opportunities for merchants, investors, at upcoming summit

By ASHWIN KUMAR the SIE will expand its interna- tional buyers’ programme from SHAH ALAM - The fourth Selan- 141 buyers in 2019 to 300 from all gor International Business Sum- over the world who are looking mit (SIBS) will be held from Oct to expand their Food and Bever- 14 to 17 this year and is expected ages product sourcing in Asean,” to attract more than 40,000 trade Teng told a media conference visitors. after attending the Pocket Talk The four-day summit will be Programme on the F&B Industry held at the Kuala Lumpur Con- here on March 4. vention Centre and will showcase Among the highlights of the a diverse range of international 6th SIE are the Malaysia Interna- products and services, as it will tional Tea and Coffee Expo, the be hosting over 850 local and in- Selangor International Culinary ternational booths. Festival and the Selangor Interna- Selangor Investment, Indus- tional Halal Conference. try and Trade, Small and Medi- Teng also explained that the um Industries Committee chair- second component of SIBS, SABC man Datuk Teng Chang Khim 2020 is expected to be equally said the summit will incorporate interesting with the gathering four components, namely the of economic players, including 6th Selangor International Expo high-profile business leaders, (SIE), the 2nd Selangor Research trade-related associations and in- and Development and Innova- ternational investors, from sever- tion Expo (SRIE), the 4th Selan- al countries. gor-Asean Business Conference “SABC 2020 aims to strengthen expected to provide opportuni- position and value in the global and business networking,” added (SABC), and the 5th Selangor ties between Asean and non-Ase- ties for investors, entrepreneurs world of innovations by giving in- Teng. Smart City and Digital Economy an companies by providing val- and corporate executives to share novators a platform to integrate Since its inception in 2015, SIBS Convention (SDEC). uable updates and guidance on and discuss the latest ideas sur- and create while encouraging di- has welcomed nearly 100,000 vis- “The 6th SIE will continue to business expansion into new rounding Artificial Intelligence. rect peer engagement for higher itors from over 50 countries, ac- be the biggest component of markets,” he said. “The SRIE 2020 completes the levels of deal-making, co-invest- cumulating RM1,143.30 million SIBS 2020. For this year’s edition, Meanwhile, The SDEC 2020 is summit to solidify Selangor’s ments, strategic partnerships in a negotiated transaction value. Banking on niche sectors amid Housing market shows Covid-19 gloom early signs of recovery SHAH ALAM - Although the Malay- Norita noted that the additional SHAH ALAM - Selangor may still be able to Teng was speaking after attending the sian property market outlook remains efforts by the Federal government, secure investors despite increasing fears that Pocket Talk Programme at Concorde Hotel on challenging, it is showing some signs such as reducing the minimum Covid-19 has impacted the global economy. March 4. of recovery even though the progress threshold price for foreigners to buy Selangor Investment, Industry and Trade, He said the state government would take a may be slow. residential property, could also spur Small and Medium Industries Committee chair- “wait and see” approach to decide on wheth- Selangor State Development Cor- property demand. man Datuk Teng Chang Khim said investment er there is a need to restructure the investment poration (PKNS) Chief Operating Offi- “Property owners and industry clusters such as the electronics and electri- strategy for 2020. cer Norita Mohd Sidek said the prop- players need to find a way to unlock cal sector, and the medical and pharmaceuti- “For now, we will stick to our target which is erty bubble between 2011 and 2013 the value of the assets that they own cal sector, continue to provide strength to the to achieve investments worth RM12 billion in saw the Malaysian house price index in order to maintain their survival in state’s economy and could attract more inves- 2020 compared to the RM10 billion last year. increase by an average of 11 per cent. the market,” she said. tors. We have to wait at least two to four months to “This resulted in a combination Norita also said REITs have always “We expect more investors within our focus see the outcome of Covid-19,” he added. of oversupply and slowing demand, been viewed by investors as a defen- to invest here. China has been the world factory When asked if Selangor will be introducing which affected the property over- sive investment and are particularly for the past 10 years. However, since Covid-19, its own stimulus package, Teng said: “At the hang. Fortunately, there are signs in demand in times of economic un- other investors who are very sensitive to the state level, we have shortened the period of ap- of a possible recovery although it certainty, given their good sustain- current situation are somehow looking into the plication for development approvals and also may be slow progress,” Norita said in able dividend yields. possibility of exploring into these sectors. for applications related to subdivision and the her welcome address at the Nation- REITs are companies that own or “You can’t put all your eggs in one basket,” rezoning of land. From the state government al C-Level Real Estate Investment finance income-producing real es- Teng said, referring to China’s 10 years of in- perspective, we have already been playing our Trusts (REITs) conference 2020 here tate including commercial, industrial vestment dominance in the state. part.” on Feb 25. or hospitality properties. 8 FOCUS Selangor Journal l MARCH 2020 FOCUS 9

1 the district land office, plus a RM500 fine, compounded by an I am committed to improving additional RM100 per day until the issue is resolved. the public transportation system in Selangor and we will Smart monitoring Previously, it was reported that try our level best to reduce the Municipal private cars on the road Council (MPSJ) plans to install more high-tech closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras in the NG SZE HAN SS15 commercial area to monitor STATE LOCAL GOVERNMENT, parking and traffic flow. 4 PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION AND NEW Under the proposed pilot VILLAGE DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE project, the CCTVs would be COUNCILLOR equipped with enhanced technology and algorithms that could gauge the behaviour of motorists and alert authorities for further action. On this, Ng said the pilot project is being handled by the Smart Selangor Delivery Unit and is aimed at reducing crime and traffic congestion. 7 “The CCTVs have been placed lower in public areas to enable ON THE facial recognition and vehicle 6 No illegal factories registration identification. We 5 hope to reduce traffic congestion Ng pointed out that numerous and enhance safety in the area.” dialogue sessions have been Ng also believes that successful by the Hulu Selangor and Shah Ng said the state government used by all sub-contractors in carried out with factory owners implementation of the pilot Alam local authorities showed spent RM106 million to deploy 18 Selangor. and managers to make them project would provide greater RIGHT that foreigners accounted for buses for 43 routes between July “The movement of these lorries understand the need to operate opportunity for the whole of only between 2 and 9 per cent of 2015 and September 2019. are tracked using the Automatic with a valid license. Selangor to adopt the same the total commuters. The state Vehicle Locating System, and “The state government has technology. had recorded a total of 46, 901, A cleaner state monitored by the Centralised its own reasons to insist on this 720 commuters from July 2015 to Command Centre in Shah Alam.” area of enforcement. We need Moving forward January 31, 2020. Ng highlighted that the their (the factories’) data too. For “Foreigners no longer get free management of solid waste in Parking made easy instance, we need to know the On Selangor’s Sustainable rides. They have been paying the state is running smoothly and location of the factory, whether it Development Goals, Ng revealed TRACK RM1 per ride since the start of the most residents are satisfied with Ng revealed that the Smart is located near schools, rivers and that the administration has year. the quality of work carried out Selangor Parking phone dams. Factories at such locations focused on the SDG indicators “However, this move has got by Kumpulan Darul Ehsan Waste application initiative has received must be relocated. under 11.2 — which is to provide By ASHWIN KUMAR nothing to do with discrimination “Based on my experience, access to safe, affordable, had put itself on the right track to Management (KDEBWM) Sdn Bhd. almost 99 per cent of positive towards foreigners. We just want every unlicensed factory has a accessible and sustainable achieving its vision. Leveraging on its 2 KDEBWM has been fully feedback by its users. HE Selangor to give priority to taxpayers first.” responsible for managing the He said the state different and unique problem so transport systems for all, administration had smart technology waste of all 12 local authorities in administration has surpassed we cannot give blanket approval improving road safety, and PHOTO CAPTION: formulated 60 initiatives Helping people on the and innovations, the state since January. its initial target for the parking because of the reasons for being expanding public transport — under its Smart move 1. Ng inspects a compactor “We consider the appointment application, which was 500,000 unlicensed varies. Our aim is to and 11.6 — which focuses on Selangor Programme Selangor now truck that the Shah Alam City of KDEBWM an achievement. users. help all of them legalise their reducing the adverse per capita in late 2015, intended to fulfil the Ng said one of the achievements Council uses on Dec 26 last year However, there are issues, such At present, the application operations and we can only do environmental impact of cities. Tneeds of its growing population. of the Smart Selangor 2. All local and city councils as cleanliness, that have to be has already been downloaded that if the owners cooperate with Both indicators are targetted to aspires to be Leveraging on its smart Programme is the focus given in Selangor are on board the improved this year. by more than half a million users us,” explained Ng. be achieved by 2030. technology and innovations, to the domain of transportation. Southeast Asia’s Smart Selangor Parking mobile “KDEBWM is doing its best and and the government expects one He said as of now, the response “We are proud that the Shah Selangor now aspires to be Providing free bus rides for app complaints on the collection of million users by the end of the from factory owners from the Alam City Council (MBSA) had Southeast Asia’s premier smart people in the vicinity of all the12 premier smart state 3. KDEB Waste Management domestic waste in these areas year. dialogue sessions has been presented its SDGs at the 10th state by 2025. Smart waste local councils reflects a caring and by 2025 Sdn Bhd workers clean the road have dropped by 96 per cent. “Via the app, all public parking overwhelming and the authorities World Urban Forum held in Abu management, smart transport innovative government. using a road sweeper “Previously, before KDEBWM, under the purview of local are glad that the owners have Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 4. & 7. There are now more CCTV and mobility, and smart “Our priority is the Smart we used to get stench-related governments would be paid. come forward to legalise their recently. cameras with facial recognition governance are just three of the Selangor Bus service for the complaints during waste “The app has been problem- businesses. “For my part, I am committed and vehicle registration 12 domains that will help the people of Selangor. the state. collection operations. There were free so far and it stores the data “We are not here to judge or to improving the public identification features in state achieve its goal. transportation system in Selangor “When the programme was “The second phase, which we Selangor also complaints that normal of your parking expenses. It is a scrutinise any unlicensed factory State Local Government, Public introduced in 2015, the first are now working on, focuses on 5. KDEBWM personnel lorries were used to collect the success but we should not stop as we really want to make this and we will try our level best to Transportation and New Village phase was to ensure that the improving the service,” he said. conducting drain clean-up waste.” here … something has to be done legalisation programme a success reduce private cars on the road. Development Executive Councillor service is made available in all 12 Ng refutes claims that operations Ng added that KDEBWM’s to bring it to another level and I by Sept 30,” Ng said. It is timely that MBSA is already Ng Sze Han told Selangor Journal local councils in Selangor, which foreigners have been the bigger 6. 881,000 motorists have Japanese-made compactor will forward this to the Menteri After the cut-off date, non- working on the SDGs and have in a recent interview that 2019 is we have achieved. So far, we have beneficiary of the free bus rides. registered for the SSP through lorries, equipped with several Besar and other state executive compliance would lead to the clear directions on how to achieve a year to remember as the state 143 buses and 38 routes across He said studies conducted 3 their mobile devices sophisticated features, are being councillors.” illegal land being seized by them.” 10 FOCUS Selangor Journal l MARCH 2020

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Leading the green revolution 2 By ASHWIN KUMAR is at the forefront of projects involving environmental protection programmes. “Based on a study we carried out, the preservation and conservation of its “I have always set my target that awareness about single-use plastic bags HE nature-rich state of natural resources. Selangor must lead in all aspects of is high and 80 per cent of the people Selangor is set to become Selangor Environment, Green environmental issues, such as greening in the state have agreed to have the one of the major players Technology, Science, Technology and the state, saving biodiversity, as well campaign continued,” he said in a recent in green technology in Innovation, and Consumer Affairs as changing the public’s mindset and interview with Selangor Journal. Malaysia through its Committee chairman Hee Loy Sian educating them. Fortunately, we have Hee revealed that the state continued commitment said the administration’s commitment already moved in the right direction government is launching a new green towards developing a is evident from the amount of funds but more needs to be done in order to technology blueprint, which aims to play sustainable future. The state government allocated to implement various become a green state. a significant role in carbon sequestration. Carbon sequestration refers to the T long-term removal of carbon dioxide to slow down the accumulation of greenhouse gasses that cause global I have always set my target that warming. “Let us hope that our financial status Selangor must lead in all aspects permits the launch of the blueprint,” he of environmental issues, such said. as greening the state, saving Phasing out plastics biodiversity, as well as changing the Beginning Jan 1, business premises in Selangor are required to register public’s mindset and educating them. with their respective local authorities if they intend to collect 20 sen from their customers for the plastic bags they HEE LOY SIAN provide. SELANGOR ENVIRONMENT, GREEN TECHNOLOGY, Hee said a certificate would then be SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION, AND issued to them for display, as part of the CONSUMER AFFAIRS COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN awareness campaign. Businesses are also required to declare Selangor Journal l MARCH 2020 FOCUS 11

and surrender to the local councils the green state for all. We, therefore, must PHOTO CAPTION: monies they collected. invest wisely and effectively in the new “The money collected has to be digital world to ensure our state is well 1. Ocean Cleanup’s gigantic ‘vacuum declared and surrendered to the local equipped to increase liveability and machine’, the Interceptor, which is part authorities. Sixty per cent will go to the improve resilience,” of the Selangor Maritime Gateway (SMG) state and the remaining 40 per cent to initiative, is docked at the Klang stretch the local authorities’ trust fund (Tabung Rural folk can recycle too of the river Amanah). The money would be used for environment-related causes.” 2. Selangor Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri In an effort to improve recycling Amirudin Shari has a photo session with Hee pointed out that the larger share practices, especially in rural areas, The Ocean Cleanup’s Boyan Slat (second, for the state would offset the anticipated the state government is looking into right) at the state legislative building on poor collection from more remote initiating a pilot project to bring recycling Nov 4 last year municipalities and district councils. centres to villages. “This would enable us to carry out “A few villages or kampungs will be 3. Amirudin inspects a model of the Selangor Maritime Gateway at the Shah environment-related programmes shortlisted by the state government and Alam Convention Centre on Oct 29 last year throughout Selangor. Our aim is to we will embark on recycling initiatives in ensure that we phase out plastic entirely these areas. 4. Hee tells Selangor Journal that the by 2025. We do not want the collection to “With proper recycling centres in their people of Selangor must play their part increase. We want it to decrease.” villages, the people can also earn money in protecting the environment Meanwhile, Hee revealed that many by turning recyclables into sellable food and beverage outlet operators no items,” he said. 5. Hee visits a plastic manufacturing longer provide plastic straws to their After the pilot project takes off, the A well-kept balance customers. factory with other state assemblymen He said the state government will between economic not impose stricter monitoring of 6. Children showcase their talent and F&B outlets as there has been great growth and ecological creativity during one of the state cooperation from the outlets on this government’s recycling awareness matter. protection is our goal campaigns towards a green state A fine balance for all. Hee said the state government plans to Safeguarding our water form a Selangor Green Council (SGC) by year end to raise awareness on its green HEE LOY SIAN Following the success of “Ops Sumber initiatives and collaborate with various SELANGOR ENVIRONMENT, Air”, where the state government institutions. GREEN TECHNOLOGY, SCIENCE, conducted 24-hour monitoring of the He said the council will be represented areas near the river basin during the TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION, by professionals and environmentalists. Chinese New Year season this year, Hee “Our focus is to enhance the quality AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS said the operation has been extended to of life through green and smart COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN function on a daily basis. city planning and execution while He said the state administration has increasing public awareness in tackling requested Indah Water Konsortium environmental issues. to conduct continuous monitoring “The state government is aware state government will go through a quick by increasing its manpower from 200 that there is no alternative to balanced procurement process, if needed, and officers to 300. development. Our economy needs to then continue with the implementation “In a bid to combat water pollution, develop along with the conservation of of the initiative in other areas in the we have increased manpower and our environment and planet. state. operations will be further intensified for “A well-kept balance between This will benefit the 522 villages in the the upcoming festive seasons. economic growth and ecological state, out of which 19 are fishing villages “We are taking this approach to protection is our goal towards a and 74, Orang Asli villages. avoid river pollution that could cause existing water treatment plants to cease operations and cause water supply disruption,” he said. The state’s 2020 Budget saw an allocation of RM1.5 million for green volunteerism, RM500,000 for river conservation efforts, RM500,000 to plant 5,000 trees statewide, RM600,000 to set up recycling centres at all local councils, and RM6.85 million for solid waste management. A further RM40 million has been set aside for the Taman Rakyat Selangor project, and allocations to fix solar panels at all local 5 councils. 12 Selangor Journal l MARCH 2020 Selangor Journal l MARCH 2020 LOCAL 13

Body-cam proposal gets nod, state to review costs

By ZAREEF MUZAMMIL riously and we are ready to act on public On Feb 15, the Selangor government had complaints. considered the need for the enforcement SHAH ALAM - Local authorities have wel- “However, the use of body-worn cameras officers of local authorities to be equipped comed the idea to equip its enforcement would involve additional costs and this has with surveillance cameras while on duty. officers with body-worn cameras while on to be taken into consideration before the The state Local Government, Public duty but have asked the Selangor govern- idea is implemented,” she told SelangorKini Transportation and New Village Develop- ment to look into the additional costs that when contacted on Feb 23. ment Committee chairman Ng Sze Han said would incur. Shah Alam City Council head of Corpo- the proposed move is to ensure public safe- Council president rate and Public Relations Shahrin Ahmad ty, monitor enforcement action, as well as Rahilah Rahmat commended the sugges- said the proposal would assist its officers on to prevent wrongful allegations of miscon- tion, saying it would protect enforcement field duty. duct. officers should any unforeseen circumstanc- “We often remind our staff, especial- Ng suggested for it to be implemented in es arise. ly those who work on the ground, to have three months, but said it would depend on “Allegations of misconduct by enforce- integrity and to be trustworthy, calm, and the needs and budget of the local author- ment officers while on duty are taken se- cautious while engaging the public,” he said. ities.

MBPJ: 20 sen charge to deter single plastic use

PETALING JAYA - Since December last council last year on waste disposal,” he said year, the City Council (MBPJ) in a statement on Feb 10. has issued 38,058 notices to shop opera- The Selangor government had ap- tors on the need to charge 20 sen per plas- proved the implementation of the collec- tic bag to customers should they request tion of plastic bag charges through the lo- for it. This is part of the council’s awareness cal authorities (PBT) beginning Jan 1. efforts against single plastic bag use. The funds are channelled to the state Petaling Jaya Mayor Datuk Mohd Trust Fund and used for environmental Sayuthi Bakar said the move would prompt programmes. shop operators not to give out free plastic Businesses that are registered under the bags to shoppers. plastic bag charge collection programme “Widespread and unlimited use of plas- can collect the form from their respective tic bags would contribute to the produc- PBTs. tion of plastic waste, especially in the com- Operators are required to clearly display mercial sector. the registration number and certificate on “RM8.6 million was spent by the city their premises.

‘Burst pipes caused by Fewer stray dogs in 2019, says MPSJ SHAH ALAM - The Subang Jaya Municipal risks to the public such as safety, environ- careless workers’ Council (MPSJ) caught a total of 929 stray mental health and hygiene issues,” she said dogs throughout 2019 after having re- after attending the Selangor Local Authori- PETALING JAYA - Pengurusan Air Selan- ities are given the power to order con- ceived 1,468 noise-related complaints, said ty Animal Control Programme 2020 at the gor Sdn Bhd (Air Selangor) has record- tractors to stop their work for at least 30 its president Noraini Roslan. MPSJ multipurpose hall, here on March 2. ed 1,278 burst pipe incidents between days. This is fewer than the 1,022 stray dogs Noraini said MPSJ has also implemented 2017 and 2019 that were due to the “An additional clause of the tempo- caught in 2018, involving 1,353 complaints. a new policy whereby higher licensing fees negligence of third party contractors. rary suspension order will be included “Most cases of stray dogs include pet would be imposed on dogs that are not neu- State Local Government, Public in the work permit beginning March 1,” dogs that were abandoned by their owners tered. Transport and New Village Develop- he said after attending a meeting with who had moved from the area, sick dogs, “We want to encourage pet owners to neu- ment Committee Chairman Ng Sze Han the Petaling Jaya City Council here on and strays that came from uncontrolled ter their pets to avoid uncontrolled breeding. said the incidents would not have taken Feb 18. breeding. “For those who do not neuter their dog, place had the contractors been careful Ng said the highest recorded cases “Each complaint was handled by the the registration fee would be RM100, with while carrying out their work around in the last three years were in Gombak MPSJ Stray Dog Catching Squad and the en- an additional RM20 the following year, the water pipes. with 483 cases, followed by Petaling forcement officers would follow the stand- while owners of a neutered dog need only “To manage this issue, local author- (225), and Kuala Lumpur (221). ard operating procedures as there may be pay RM10,” she said. 14 FOCUS Selangor Journal l MARCH 2020

Adun Speaks: Working to keep 74,000 voters happy

By ASHWIN KUMAR

wo-term Kinrara assemblyman Ng Sze Han’s involvement in the local government began in 2008 when he took on a lo- cal councillor post. His responsibility has since grown by leaps and bounds, Tboth at work and at home, as a father to three children. Heading the Selangor Local Government, Public Transport and New Village Development Committee portfolio, Ng is now committed to both the state and his constitu- ency, affirming his political involve- ment as part of his responsibility to the people. N30 KINRARA

Selangor Journal (SJ): What is the main industry in your con- stituency?

Ng Sze Han (NSH): I would say the people itself is our gift, espe- cially when it comes to their con- traffic. As I’ve said, the popula- tribution to the economy via the FROM TOP F&B industry and all the business- tion in can be de- es relating to the wet market. We Ng greets a young customer scribed as “super-sized”. Hence, are strong in sports as well. We at the Giant Hypermarket in we need more schools and a way have a total of 74,000 voters in Bandar Kinrara BK5 during to solve traffic congestion. Those Bandar Kinrara alone. I can safe- his constituency’s two are the missing links that I ly say that it is one of the biggest “Jom Shopping” initiative am trying to solve. constituencies in Malaysia. A group of ladies smile as SJ: What is the main attraction SJ: What are some of the con- they receive flowers from in your constituency? cerns that are regularly raised their assemblyman on by your constituents and how International Women’s Day NSH: I would say my constit- do you plan to address them? uency is famous for the Taman ‘ Ng presents a cheque Wawasan recreational park. It is NSH: The people under my to a home for orphans a great place for recreation and constituency always raise issues and the disabled to ease for spending time with family. It concerning education and the their burdens has enough facilities to make you sweat, such as futsal and basket- ball courts, open spaces for play- ing badminton, a playground for kids, jogging tracks. It is the and football fields are some of of your problem-solving meth- biggest park under the Subang my significant efforts. I have al- ods? Jaya Municipal Council and I am ways reminded my councillors to happy to announce that the lo- pay extra attention to the safety NSH: I don’t have an extraor- cal council will be upgrading the of public parks and playgrounds. dinary method but I always make park, which includes cleaning the I was also fortunate to have sure that I meet my voters every lake, this year. played a role in planning sever- Wednesday from 8pm to 10pm at al highway interchanges, such as our headquarters. We call it “meet SJ: What are some of your the Bandar Puteri and the people session”. Sometimes, achievements in the constitu- Utama exits, which now provide I will entertain visitors from oth- ency? accessibility for the people of er states and constituencies who Bandar Kinrara. seek my help on various issues. NSH: I would say upgrading Maybe I am just an “easy to en- facilities such as public parks SJ: Can you share with us some gage” type of person. Selangor Journal l MARCH 2020 SPORTS 15

Selangor opens campaign with 2-1 away win over Pahang

KUALA LUMPUR - Two time Su- (Right) Red the 23rd and 50th minutes, while per League champions Selangor Giants’ Gan and Igor Carneiro Luiz got the conso- came back from behind to defeat the Elephants’ lation goal for the home side in Pahang 2-1 in their Super League Carlos fight for the 58th minute. opener at Stadium Darul Mak- the ball. Both However, JDT II midfielder mur in Kuantan on Feb 29. players score a Nicolas Alberto Fernandez’s red Brazilian import Ivan Carlos put goal each card in the 84th minute for his the Elephants ahead in the 20th foul against Muhammad Nazrul minute, however, the Red Giants (Below) Striker Kamaruzaman took some gloss levelled the score through Nigeri- Olusegun off the win for the visitors. an striker Ifedayo Olusegun. celebrates as Kelantan and Kuala Lumpur B. Sathianathan’s side went on he delivers a shared the spoils at the Sultan to secure all three points through win for the Muhammad IV Stadium in Kota Brendan Gan’s 88th-minute strike. Giants Bharu with the match ending 1-1. Meanwhile, a brace from Guil- The Red Warriors opened the herme De Paula (41st minute scoring through Lazarus Kaim- (penalty) and 79th minute) helped bi’s penalty kick in the 47th min- Perak beat Terengganu FC (TFC) ute, but Kouassi Francis Kone’s 3-1 at the Sultan Mizan Zainal Abi- 89th-minute strike helped Kuala din Stadium in . Lumpur level. The hosts opened the score At the Sarawak Stadium in via Uzbekistani import Sanjar Kuching, newcomers Kuching FA Shaakhmedov’s close-range shot failed to make use of their home in the 18th minute, before refer- Meanwhile, newcomers UiTM also saw last year’s runners-up advantage, losing 1-2 to Universi- ee Mohammad Zamzaidi Ka- FC lost 0-2 to Melaka at the UiTM Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) II begin ti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM FC) timin awarded a penalty to Perak Stadium in Shah Alam. their season on a high note, de- in front of more than 3,500 sup- when Guilherme was fouled by The visitors opened feating Negeri Sembilan 3-1 at porters. TFC defender Arif Fadzilah Abu the scoring through the Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadi- The Varsity Boys’ side goals Bakar. Haitian striker Sony um in Paroi. came from South Korea’s Lee Perak captain Shahrul Saad’s Norde in the 28th min- JDT II were clearly the domi- Seong Woo in the 42nd minute thunderous header then put the ute before Colombian import nant side with Arif Aiman Mohd (penalty) and Faiz Hanif Adnan Bos Gaurus squad ahead in the Romel Morales doubled the Hanapi’s goal in the second min- (78th minute), while the home 52nd minute before Guilherme lead in the 90th minute. ute, followed by two more from side scored through Rafiezan added the icing on the cake. Premier League action Fernando Rodriguez Ortega in Razali (56th minute). — Bernama 8,000 take part in state marathon Rewards likely for

SHAH ALAM - Over 8,000 partic- our Sopma stars ipants took part in the two-day SHAH ALAM - The continue to give their Selangor Marathon 2020 series at Selangor government support to the athletes the International Circuit, is looking into offer- who participate in Sop- said Tourism Selangor. ing an incentive for its ma or any other para Its general manager Azrul athletes who are able games. Shah Mohamad said both local to win medals in the “We are also ready to and foreign runners participated Malaysia Deaf Games help their sports asso- in the event that was held on Feb (Sopma) that will be ciation. What is impor- 22 and 23. The run was endorsed held in June. tant is that the athletes by Tourism Selangor. State Youth Gener- focus on winning the “The event was held to pro- ation Development, games,” he told Selan- mote the Visit Sepang Year 2020 Sports and Human Capital De- gorKini on Feb 11. campaign, and was also part of velopment Committee chairman Johor will host the Sopma the state government’s initiative Mohd Khairuddin Othman said the games from June 22 to 27 before to encourage a healthy lifestyle,” Selangor government has always the Malaysian Games (Sukma) Azrul said in a statement on Feb km, 21 km and 42 km Fun Run. were assembly- appreciated athletes with disabili- 2020, which will be held from July 27. There was also a 2 km competi- man Ronnie Liu Tian Khiew ties who succeed at local or inter- 11 to 29. The marathon was made up tion for children. dan and Dengkil assemblyman national sporting events. This is followed by the Para of four categories: the 3 km, 5 Also present at the event Adhif Syan Abdullah. “The state government will Sukma from Aug 15 to 22. 16 HAPPENINGS Selangor Journal l MARCH 2020

Note: Some of the events may be postponed or cancelled because of the precautionary measures taken against Covid-19 March 8 and April 8 On Boarding Programme - HRDF April 2 Schemes E-Commerce Setup & Business Group Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM Coaching 3.0 Location: PSMB @ Wisma HRDF, KL Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Location: Akademi Usahawan Mikro, PJ April 4 Sumerra Big Bazaar Tamil New Year Sales 2020 March 19 Time: 10:00 AM – 08:00 PM My Career Compass: Location: Kandiah Hall, Brickfields, KL Discover the Direction For Your Career Time: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM Location: Common Ground , PJ March 21 Free Parenting Workshop Journey to Become a Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM Professional Trader Location: SVOFO Seminar Training Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Meeting Space, PJ Location: Phillip Futures Sdn Bhd, KL April 4 & 5 Mega Career Fair & Post-Graduate Education Fair 2020 Time: Apr 4, 2020, 10:00 AM – Apr 5, 2020, 6:00 PM March 22 Location: KLCC Study UK Fair and Career Day Time: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM April 11 Location: InterContinen- tal Kuala Lumpur Andorra Fertility Talk One-to-One MBA Event & Hi-Tea in Kuala Lumpur Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Time: 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM March 25 Location: Andorra Women and Children Location: JW Marriott Hotel Kuala Hospital, , Puchong Lumpur Meet with Turkish Food Industry in Kuala Lumpur Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM April 12 Location: InterContinental Kua- la Lumpur Kids Engineer STEM Craft Class at Puchong Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM March 28 Location: 1st Floor, 1-12A, Bandar Puteri Puchong FREE Health Clinic Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM April 13 Location: iGalen Auditorium, PJ Microsoft Excel Intermediate & Advance Training Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM March 28 Location: Asia Pacific University Basic Photography of Technology & Innovation, KL Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM Location: Canon Tower, Shah Alam

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