AND XI’AN INSIGHTS Issue No.2/ 2019

ISSUE NO. 2 / 2019 JULY - DECEMBER 2019

HOME-BASED STAFF MALAYSIAN CULTURAL NIGHT 2019, 21 SEPTEMBER 2019  Mr. Tan Li Lung Consul General

The 2019 Malaysian Cultural Night in Xi’an which was held in conjunction  Mr. Mohd Amran Md Ali with the Malaysia- Education Exchange Programme in Xi’an, was co- Vice Consul hosted by the Consulate General, Education Malaysia Beijing (EMB), MAYCHAM Xi’an Chapter and the Association of Malaysian Students in  Mdm. Mazlin Ahmad Kamarudin (AMSISX) on 21 September 2019 at Shangri-La Hotel, Xi’an. Personal Assistant to the Consul General & E-Newsletter Editor

Consul General delivered the

Consul General officiated the Opening welcoming remarks and officiated the Ceremony of the 2017 Malaysia Food and Malaysian Cultural Night 2019. Cultural Festival on 17 May 2017 at Shangri-La Hotel Xi’an.

The 2017 Malaysia Food and Cultural Festival was hosted by the Shangri-La Hotel Xi’an with the support of the Consulate General of Malaysia in Xi’an, Tourism Malaysia, State

Government of and AirAsia X Berhad.

Amongst the attendees at the Festival were the Consul General of the Republic of Korea,

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The Guests of Honour was Mr. Yao Jinchuan, Deputy Director General of the Foreign Affairs Office of the Shaanxi Provincial Committee and Mr. Zhao Changbao, Deputy Director General of the Shaanxi Provincial Education Department. Mr. Abdul Aziz How bin Abdullah, Education Counsellor of Education Malaysia Beijing, members of the consular corps from Thailand, Cambodia and the Republic of Korea in Xi’an, officials from universities in Shaanxi and Malaysian students in Xi’an also attended the event.

The guests were entertained with the colourful

traditional dances, choir, sajak (poem) recitation, wushu and Malaysian traditional costumes fashion show, which were performed by the Malaysian students and Chinese students who are majoring in the Bahasa Melayu programme in Xi’an International Studies University (XISU) respectively. The Malaysian students also set up several interesting demonstration booths to introduce the distinctive culture, custom and traditions of Malaysia i.e. jawi calligraphy, batik painting and traditional henna tattoo to the guests.

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THE 25TH CHINA LANZHOU INVESTMENT AND TRADE FAIR, 4- 6 JULY 2019

th Consul General attended the 25 China Lanzhou Investment and Trade Fair (Lanzhou Fair) from 4-6 July 2019 at the invitation of the Foreign Affairs Office of Gansu Provincial People’s Government. This year’s theme was “Deepening Economic and Trade Cooperation and Working Together to Build a Green Silk Road”.

The Lanzhou Fair is the leading yearly event in Gansu Province and an important annual forum for the promotion of trade and investment in northwestern China since 1992. It was attended by high level officials from Gansu Provincial People’s Government, countries along the Belt and Road Initiative, business community, entrepreneurs and investors from local and abroad.

YB Sr Tan Kok Yew, Member of the State Executive Council, Chairman of the Industrial and Investment and Local Government and Housing Standing Committee, and representatives from Invest Kedah Berhad were also invited by the local organisers to attend the Lanzhou Fair from 4 – 8 July 2019.

Several side-line events were held, including the Opening Ceremony of the 25th China Lanzhou Investment and Trade Fair & High-end Forum on Silk Road Cooperation, ASEAN Trade Investment Policies Promotion on 4 July 2019, National Logistics Hub Construction Forum on Silk Road Cities Cooperation & Development on 5 July 2019 and Silk Road Economic Belt Circular Agriculture Industrial Development Seminar on 6 July 2019.

Lanzhou, Gansu Province The Capital on the Shores of the Yellow River

One of the main tourist attractions in Lanzhou is the Yellow River. It’s worthwhile to visit the park and to go for a long walk along the shores of the river, both during the daytime and the night time. Another attraction beside the river is the Waterwheel Garden (水车博览园), a small park with various replicas of the old waterwheels that were previously found in the city.

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WORKING VISIT BY YAB CHIEF MINISTER OF KEDAH TO XI’AN, 12-14 AUGUST 2019

YAB Dato’ Seri Haji Mukhriz Tun Mahathir, Chief Minister of Kedah, made a working visit to Xi’an, Shaanxi Province from 12 – 14 August 2019. The delegation consisted YB Sr Tan Kok Yew, Member of State Executive Council (Industry & Investment, Local Government and Housing), Dr. Muhammad Mahadi Bin Mohamad, Chief Executive Officer of Chief Minister Kedah Incorporated and Mr. Noor Ikhsan Bin Haji Abdul Aziz, General Manager of Invest Kedah Berhad. YAB Chief Minister was also accompanied by his spouse YABhg. Tok Puan Norzieta Zakaria.

During the 2½-day working visit, the Chief Minister held a courtesy meeting with H.E. Mr. Hu Heping, Secretary of CPC Shaanxi Provincial Committee and visited the Yangling Agricultural High-tech Demonstration Zone on 13 and 14 August respectively. The Chief Minister was invited to appear as a special guest in the ‘Meet on the New Silk Road’ programme of Shaanxi TV.

Kedah and Shaanxi are committed to establish bilateral collaboration in the fields of trade, investment, education and academic exchanges of researchers who specialises in the studies of archaeological sites.

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12TH PALM OIL HEALTH AND NUTRITION FORUM, 8 SEPTEMBER 2019

th Consul General were invited to attend the 12 Palm Oil Health and Nutrition Forum organised by the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) and Shaanxi Nutrition Society on 8 September 2019 in Xi’an. The Forum was themed “Palm Oil: A Nutritious Oil for Healthy Lifestyle”. The MPOB delegation was led by its Director General Dr. Ahmad Parveez bin Hj. Ghulam Kadir. The Forum was aimed at deliberating nutrition and health issues related to palm oil and sharing of the latest nutrition research findings related with palm oil to health and nutrition experts and industry practitioners from China, particularly Shaanxi Province. Consul General delivered the welcoming remarks as the Guest of Honour.

WORKING VISIT OF YB DEPUTY CHIEF MINISTER OF TO XI’AN, 22-25 SEPTEMBER 2019

YB Datuk Chin Jin, Deputy cum Minister of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Environment, made a working visit to Xi’an, Shaanxi Province from 22 – 25 September 2019. The 12-member delegation from the Sabah State Government consisted YBhg. Datuk Nordin Siman, Mayor of Kota Kinabalu, Mr. William Baya, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Environment Sabah and officials from Sabah Tourism Board. Consul General accompanied YB Deputy Chief Minister of Sabah to a courtesy meeting with Mr. Li Mingyuan, Mayor of Xi’an on 23 September 2019 at the Xi’an Municipal Hall. The leaders subsequently witnessed the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) of Friendship and Cooperation between Kota Kinabalu and Xi’an by Datuk Nordin Siman, Mayor of Kota Kinabalu and Mr. Wang Lin, Vice-Mayor of Xi’an Municipal People’s Government. Both sides pledged to promote tourism cooperation, places of interest, tourism players, cultural exchange, education programmes, resource sharing and to promote closer collaboration between the two cities in other related areas.

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THE NATIONAL DAY RECEPTION OF THE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA, 27 SEPTEMBER 2019

Consul General and Vice Consul were invited to attend the Reception in the Celebration of the 70th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China hosted by the Shaanxi Provincial Party Committee and the Provincial People’s Government on 27 September 2019 at Fuli Hilton, Xi’an.

Consul General extended his warm felicitations and delivered a short speech during the reception on behalf of Consular Corps in Xi’an, Chengdu and , on this auspicious occasion. Consul General extended warm congratulations to the leaders and officials from the Shaanxi Provincial Committee and Provincial People’s Government in celebration of this momentous milestone in the history of the People’s Republic of China.

Consul General also had the opportunity to interact with the leaders of Shaanxi including Mr. Hu Heping, Secretary of the CPC Shaanxi Provincial Committee and the Chairman of the Standing Committee of the Shaanxi Provincial People’s Congress, Mr. Liu Guozhong, Deputy Secretary of the CPC Shaanxi Provincial Committee and Governor of Shaanxi Provincial People’s Government, Mr. Han Yong, Chairman of the Shaanxi Provincial Political Consultative Conference and other distinguished guests at the Reception.

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PHOTO EXHIBITION SHOWCASING 70 YEARS' DEVELOPMENT SINCE THE FOUNDING OF THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA, 10 OCTOBER 2019

Consul General and Vice Consul were invited to attend the Photo Exhibition showcasing 70 Years' Development since the Founding of the People's Republic of China organised by the Shaanxi Provincial Party Committee and the Provincial People’s Government on 10 October 2019 at Xi’an Qujiang International Conference and Exhibition Center. The exhibition provided the Consular Corps the opportunity to view many historical photos and they were also briefed about important milestones in the remarkable socio-economic developments achieved by Shaanxi Province since the Founding of the People’s Republic of China on 1 October 1949.

THE 8TH WESTERN CHINA MULTI-NATIONAL SOURCING FAIR & CHINA (XI'AN) IMPORT COMMODITIES, 11 OCTOBER 2019

Consul General attended the Opening Ceremony of the 8th Western China Multi-National Sourcing Fair & China (Xi'an) Import Commodities hosted by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade Shaanxi Sub-Council (CCPIT Shaanxi) on 11 October 2019 at the Qujiang International Conference & Exhibition Center. Mdm. Nur Azni Aziz, Director of Chengdu Representative Office, Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), who have assumed her post recently also made her first visit to Xi’an to attend this Fair. The theme of the 8th Western China Multi-National Sourcing Fair & China (Xi'an) Import Commodities was “Building an International Trade Platform and Promoting the Leap forward Development of Shaanxi Province”. Consul General and Mdm. Nur Azni also visited the theme industry exhibition area and the Malaysian Pavilion at the imported goods exhibition area. Seven Malaysian companies and exhibitors involved in the manufacturing, agriculture, oil & lubricant, life style and wellness sector participated in the exhibition.

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12TH INTERNATIONAL APPLE EXPO, 11-12 OCTOBER 2019

Consul General and Vice Consul were invited to attend the Opening Ceremony of the 12th International Apple Expo at the Luochuan Apple Industrial Park in Yan’an on 11 - 12 October 2019.

SPECIALIZED GLOVES MISSION TO CHINA, 14 OCTOBER 2019

Consul General were invited to attend the Specialized Gloves Mission to China by Malaysian Rubber Export Promotion Council (MREPC) on 14 October 2019 at Fuli Hilton, Xi’an. The Mission was led by the Marketing Director of MREPC, Mr. Muhammad Fazli Abdul Jalil. The objectives of the said Mission were (i) to promote Malaysia as the source of quality rubber medical gloves and cleanroom gloves in Xi’an; (ii) to learn more about rubber medical and cleanroom industry in Xi’an; (iii) to establish networking with officers from medical associations, regulatory authorities and relevant organizations in Xi’an; (iv) to create awareness and update audiences on recent development in infection control and (v) to discuss / address issues faced by local importers and distributors during their trade with Malaysian companies. The Seminar and Round Table Discussion were attended by several major Malaysian manufacturers namely Top Glove, Hartalega Holdings Berhad, YTY Group, as well as the Health Commission of Shaanxi Province, healthcare workers and nursing staffs in Xi’an.

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OPENING CEREMONY OF THE 26TH CHINA YANGLING AGRICULTURAL HI-TECH FAIR, 22 OCTOBER 2019

Consul General and Vice Consul attended the Opening Ceremony of the 26th China Yangling Agricultural Hi- Tech Fair on 22 October 2019 in Yangling. With the theme of “New Agriculture, New Countryside, New Farmers”, the 5-day event exhibited more than 110 new crop varieties, 85 innovative agro-farming technologies and a variety of agricultural machinery and equipment.

THE NATIONAL DAY RECEPTION OF THE REPUBLIC OF KOREA, 24 OCTOBER 2019

Consul General accompanied by Vice Consul, attended the National Day Reception of the Republic of Korea on 24 October 2019 at the Shangri-La Hotel Xi’an.

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THE NATIONAL DAY RECEPTION OF THE KINGDOM OF THAILAND, 4 DECEMBER 2019

Consul General and Vice Consul were invited to attend the National Day Reception hosted by the Consulate General of the Royal Thai on 4 December 2019 at the Grand Wyndham Hotel in Qujiang. Consul General extended his warm felicitations and congratulated Ms. Oracha Tanakorn, Consul General of Thailand in Xi’an on this auspicious occasion.

Consul General also had the opportunity to interact with other distinguished guests at the Reception namely Mr. Wei Zengjun, Vice Governor of Shaanxi Province, Mr. Kim Byungkwun, Consul General of Korea and Mr. SOM Visal, Consul General of Cambodia.

FAST FACT

The fortifications of Xi'an (Chinese: 西安城墙), also known as Xi'an City Wall, in Xi'an, an ancient capital of China, represent one of the

oldest, largest and best preserved Chinese city walls. It was built under the rule of the Hongwu Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang as a military defense system. It exhibits the "complete features of the rampart architecture of feudal society". It has been refurbished many times since it was built in the 14th century, thrice at intervals of about 200 years in the latter half of the 1500s and 1700s, and in recent years in 1983. The wall encloses an area of about 14 square kilometres (5.4 sq mi) The Xi'an City Wall is on the tentative list of UNESCO's World Heritage Site under the title "City Walls of the Ming and Qing Dynasties". Since 2008, it is also on the list of the State Administration of Cultural Heritage of the People's Republic of China. Since March 1961, the Xi'an City Wall is a heritage National Historical and Cultural Unit.

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COURTESY VISITS

The Kedah State Government delegation led by YB Sr Consul General received a courtesy visit by Mr. Danny Tan Kok Yew, Members of the Kedah State Executive T.N.Ho, Chairman and Ms. Anna Ning, Financial Council made a courtesy visit to the Consulate General Advisor, Agrotech China Ltd. (based in Hong Kong) on on 9 July 2019. The delegation was briefed by Mission 24 July 2019 at the Chancery. Mr. Loh Kai Yong, on the overview of bilateral relations between Malaysia President and Mr. Isaac Chin, Secretary General, and China and Shaanxi Province as well as the role Malaysian Chamber of Commerce and Industry played by the Consulate General in enhancing the (MAYCHAM Xi’an Chapter) were also in attendance. overall relations between the two countries. The The company produces hydroponically grown delegation was on a working visit to Xi’an from 8 July - tomatoes in Yangling with the technical assistance of 11 July 2019. Malaysia’s smart valve agro-technology.

Consul General received a courtesy visit by Mr. Consul General received a courtesy visit by Ms. Fang Bing and Mr. Bob Zhang from Bing and Rosalind Juo Ling SIA, Assistant Secretary, Associates Advisory Sdn. Bhd. on 3 September Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture, Youth and 2019 at the Chancery. Mr. Isaac Chin, Secretary Sports on 25 September 2019 at the General, Malaysian Chamber of Commerce and Chancery. Industry (MAYCHAM Xi’an Chapter) were also in attendance. The company is venturing into the F&B sector in Xi’an.

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COURTESY VISITS

Consul General received a courtesy visit by a 31- member delegation of the Associated Chinese

Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Sarawak led Consul General received a courtesy call by Mr. SOM by Dato' Tan Jit Kee, Deputy President on 16 Visal, Consul General of the Royal Consulate October 2019 at the Chancery. General of Cambodia on 7 November 2019 at the Chancery. Mr. SOM Visal assumed his duty in Xi’an on 23 September 2019. The two Consuls-General had mutual exchanges of views on the roles of the Consulates-General and socio-economic development in Shaanxi Province.

Miss Hafizah Abdullah, Deputy Director General of Consul General received a courtesy visit by a 3- ASEAN Economic Community Division, ASEAN member delegation from the Ministry of Tourism, Malaysia National Secretariat, Ministry of Foreign Arts and Culture (MOTAC), Malaysia led by Miss Affairs, and Mr. Khairul Hezry Bin Arifin, Assistant Jaime Yeoh, Undersecretary, International Relation Director, made a courtesy visit to the Consulate Division (Culture) on 6 December 2019 at the General of Malaysia in Xi’an on 10 December 2019. Chancery. The delegation was on a working visit in The delegation made a working visit to Xi’an from 7 – Xi’an from 4-6 December 2019. 10 December 2019 to attend the 9th Meeting of the Joint Council of ASEAN-China Centre.

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Diary of the Consul General

INTERVIEW SESSION BY SHAANXI TV, 2 JULY 2019

Consul General was interviewed by Shaanxi TV for the “Meet on the New Silk Road” television programme on 2 July 2109 at the Chancery. The Consul General spoke about the bilateral cooperation between Malaysia and Shaanxi Province and Malaysia’s continuous support for China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).

SIGNING OF A LABOUR SERVICE CONTRACT, 16 JULY 2019

On 16 July 2019, Consul General and Mr. Miao Chang'an, President of Shaanxi Foreign Affairs Service Center signed a

Labour Service Contract on Dispatch and Employment of Chinese Citizens. Through this Contract, Shaanxi Foreign Affairs Service Center shall despatch Chinese employees and provide personnel management services to the Consulate General of Malaysia in Xi’an in accordance with the labour law of the People’s Republic of China.

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COURTESY CALL ON H.E. RAJA DATO’ NURSHIRWAN ZAINAL ABIDIN, AMBASSADOR OF MALAYSIA TO CHINA, 6 SEPTEMBER 2019

The Consuls-General of Malaysia in Guangzhou, , Kunming, Nanning, Xi’an and Hong Kong made their first courtesy calls on H.E. Dato’ Raja Nurshirwan Zainal Abidin, Ambassador of Malaysia to China on 6 September 2019 at the Embassy of Malaysia in Beijing. The Ambassador also chaired meetings with the CGs and the Embassy’s Heads of Department to coordinate the direction, work and activities of all diplomatic missions of Malaysia in China.

FAST FACT

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BULAN SUKAN NEGARA 2019, 26 OKTOBER 2019

Program Bulan Sukan Negara di Xi’an telah diadakan di Xi’an Yilian

Football Club dan taman rekreasi Xin Jiyuan di Gaoxin District pada hari Sabtu, 26 Oktober 2019. Acara “Futsal Persahabatan” dan “Brisk Walking” bersempena Bulan Sukan Negara ini merupakan anjuran bersama pihak Konsulat Jeneral dan PERWAKILAN Xi’an. Program Bulan Sukan Negara tersebut telah dimulakan dengan acara “Futsal Persahabatan” di mana pasukan Malaysia yang terdiri daripada pelajar-pelajar dan rakyat Malaysia di Xi’an bertemu dengan pasukan dari Xi’an, Shaanxi Province yang terdiri daripada beberapa

kakitangan dari Shaanxi Education Department dan tenaga pengajar di beberapa university di Xi’an. Konsul Jeneral turut menyampaikan cenderahati kepada peserta-peserta Futsal Persahabatan tersebut. Seterusnya Konsul Jeneral bersama HBS dan keluarga meneruskan acara “Brisk Walking” dengan mengelilingi taman rekreasi Xin Jiyuan. Secara keseluruhannya, acara seumpama ini selain dapat memupuk kesedaran budaya bersukan bagi setiap lapisan masyarakat ianya juga secara tidak langsung dapat mengeratkan hubungan silaturahim di antara rakyat Malaysia dengan pegawai-pegawai HBS serta keluarga di Perwakilan. Gaya hidup sihat dengan bersukan juga mempunyai manfaat untuk kecergasan dan untuk mengurangkan risiko kesihatan dikalangan rakyat Malaysia secara amnya.

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INSPECTORATE VISIT TO CONSULATE GENERAL OF MALAYSIA IN XI’AN, 11-14 NOVEMBER 2019

Madam Rus Shazila Osman, Undersecretary, Inspectorate Division of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Malaysia, made a working visit to the Consulate General of Malaysia in Xi’an from 11 – 14 November 2019. The 4-member delegation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Malaysia consisted Mr. Bong Yik Jui, Principal Assistant Secretary of Inspectorate Division, Mr. Azrim Zamri, Executive Officer of Inspectorate Division and Mr. Kamaruzaman Zan, Executive Officer of Finance Division.

The aim of Inspectorate's visit among others was to assess the level of adherence of the Consulate General on existing general procedures, financial and asset management of public facilities, security and implementation of Sistem Pentadbiran Kerajaan Malaysia (SPKM).

The delegation also conducted several site visits and field works to the Home-based Staff residences, Xi’an Gaoxin Hospital, Xi’an Hanova International School, Qujiang New District, Lintong District

and the Muslim Street of Xi’an.

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GRAND OPENING OF BRIGHTON HEALTHCARE XI’AN, 23 NOVEMBER 2019

Consul General attended the Opening Ceremony of Brighton Healthcare Xi’an on 23 November 2019 at the Shangri-la Hotel. Brighton Healthcare Centre is located in Gaoxin District. It is the first major investment by a Malaysian medical aesthetics provider, in Shaanxi and China, in addition to the Group’s investments in the medical biotechnology industries in several ASEAN countries. The Grand Opening were also attended by Y.M. Tengku Dato’ Dr. Hishammuddin Zaizi bin Y.A.M. Tengku Bendahara Azman Shah Alhaj, Mr. Yu Changqing, Vice Chairman of Shaanxi Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese, Mr. Then Khong Lek, Managing Director, CryoCord Malaysia, Mr. Wang Muhuo, CEO, Brighton Healthcare Xi’an and businessmen from Shaanxi and Malaysia.

In his speech, Consul General extended his congratulations and best wishes to the board of directors, management team of both Brighton Healthcare and its parent company CryoCord Malaysia, and their Shaanxi partners in celebrating the grand opening of Brighton Healthcare Centre in Xi’an. Consul General also conveyed his appreciation to the local authorities in Xi’an for their continuous support and cooperation in assisting the Malaysian companies in their business ventures and partnership.

CryoCord has won many accolades in the field of stem cell cryopreservation, research and treatment. Its world class facilities in Malaysia has received the accreditation of the Ministry of Health Malaysia and other relevant institutions. Recently, it was recognised as the Malaysia Stem Cell Banking Company of the Year by Frost & Sulivan Asia Pacific Best Practices Awards 2019.

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AMSISX BADMINTON COMPETITION, 8 DECEMBER 2019

A Badminton Competition was held at the Xi’an Jiaotong University on 8 December 2019. The inaugural event, organised by the Association of Malaysian Students in Shaanxi (AMSISX), was aimed at enhancing the relationship between Malaysian students in Xi’an and to promote the trend of playing badminton amongst foreign students in Xi’an. Consul General officiated the opening of the Badminton Competition.

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PERWAKILAN PROGRAMMES FOR 2019

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MALAYSIA NEWSFLASH

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MALAYSIA NEWSFLASH

Visit Truly Asia Malaysia 2020

Visit Malaysia 2020 brings out the best of what Malaysia has to offer to the world in a single, event-packed year. The year 2020 holds a special place in the heart of all as we reflect and celebrate all our successes and challenges in transforming a once colonial land, into a thriving, multi-cultural and dynamic country.

Our Visit Malaysia 2020 Logo

For a country rich in culture and natural wonders as our beloved Malaysia, tourism can certainly be a great economic pillar. Improving the sustainability of tourism, arts and culture in Malaysia is this a responsibility of paramount importance. Each element in the logo individually showcase the diversity of experiences a tourist may embark on only on Malaysian soil. In addition to giving foreign tourists a taste of Malaysia’s bountiful offerings, the features in the logo also urges local Malaysians to advocate the preservation of our country’s identity as the nation moves forward in this fast-moving era of globalisation.

Design Elements - The style of the logo is inspired by Malaysian Batik. The magnificent rhinoceros hornbill is perched on the left side of the logo. The iconic bird illustrates the unique fauna and eco-adventures that Malaysia has to offer. A red hibiscus adorns the top right of the logo. In the national language, Bahasa Malaysia, the hibiscus is known as “bunga raya”, loosely translated to “flower of celebration”. The flowers encapsulates the celebration of cultural diversity in Malaysia. The wild fern below the hibiscus is locally known as “paku pakis”. The edible plant is a favourite among Malaysians of all races, and is apt to represent the unique flavours of Malaysian cuisine.

Colours - The main colours blue, red and yellow used in the logo represent the colors of the national flag, Jalur Gemilang. The orange colour illustrates the year-round sunshine Malaysia receives. Lastly, the green colour represents the abundance of nature in Malaysia. The brilliance of these colours is eye-catching, and invites the onlooker to take a closer look.

While Malaysia has previously hosted four Visit Malaysia year since 1990, the upcoming Visit Malaysia 2020 will be held with a renewed vigour and passion. The focus on hornbill, batik, our national flower and the multi- colour theme reflect our desire look deep within, appreciate what we have, and showcase it to the world with pride.

Source: https://tourism.gov.my/campaigns/view/visit-truly-asia-malaysia-2020

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XI’AN NEWSFLASH

Note:

Working visit by YAB to Xi’an, 12-14 August 2019

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XI’AN NEWSFLASH

Source: China Daily (29 August 2019)

Source : China Daily (29 August 2019) MALAYSIA AND XI’AN INSIGHTS | Issue 2 24

XI’AN NEWSFLASH

Note:

News report by the Shaanxi Daily on the Reception in celebration of the 70th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China organized by Shaanxi Provincial Party committee and the Provincial People’s Government on 27 September 2019.

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CONSULAR SERVICES

Consulate General Consular Services CONSULATE GENERAL OF MALAYSIA

 Passport Renewal for Malaysians. IN XI’AN

 Birth / Marriage Certificate Registration. ADDRESS: Unit 3 & 4, 6th Floor,  Registration of Malaysians in Shaanxi Province, East Tower of CapitaLand Office Tower, Gansu Province and Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. 64, South Second Ring Road,  Application for Good Conduct Certificate. Xi’an, Shaanxi, 710065 China.  Registration of Death.

 Authentication of Documents TEL. NO. :  Certification/ Attestation of Malaysian Documents. +86 29 8956 8478  Application to Renounce Malaysian Citizenship.  Application for Emergency Certificate. FAX. NO.:  Loss of Malaysian International Passport. +86 29 8932 6122

E-MAIL : OFFICE HOURS [email protected] Monday – Friday: 9.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. FIND US ON THE WEB: Lunch Hour: Monday – Thursday 1.00 p.m. – 2.00 p.m. http://www.kln.gov.my/web/chn_xian/home Friday 12.15 p.m. – 2.45 p.m.

FAST FACTS

 Visa waiver program is eligible for: PRC passport holder tourists who are residing in People’s Republic of China (including Hong Kong and Macau). This visa waiver program is effective for one year from 1st January 2019 to

31st December 2019.  An eNTRI Note is only valid for a single journey to Malaysia for the purpose

of tourism for the maximum of 15 days each entry without any extension

of the period.  PRC passport holder tourists who are interested to utilize the Visa Waiver Program must register themselves with the Electronic Travel Registration

& Information (eNTRI) System either personally or through a travel agency.  After the applicant has successfully registered for eNTRI, the applicant must

show printed or digital eNTRI Note upon arrival in Malaysia.

 Applicants must travel to Malaysia within 90 DAYS after they successfully obtained an eNTRI Note.

For Further Information, Please Contact Us at: Tel. No. : +86-29 -8956 8478 or Email: [email protected]