Issue No. 9
ISSN: 1675-9966
Sept - Dec 2006
PETRONAS Management Training Sdn. Bhd. (PMTSB)
ETRONAS Management Training Sdn. Bhd. (PMTSB), a
P
wholly-owned subsidiary of PETRONAS was incorporated on
19 March 1992. Its core business is to deliver a comprehensive
range of functional and technical related oil and gas industry
training to meet the diverse and international needs of the
PETRONAS group. PMTSB has two campuses, PERMATA in
Bangi and INSTEP in Batu Rakit in Terengganu. PERMATA
has a 50-acre campus has since 1989 been the focal point
for the conduct of management and leadership development
programmes. INSTEP began in 1981 to provide training for
technical apprentices but had expanded to provide not only
specialized technical training but also include health, safety and
environment (HSE) training.
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In 2004, PMTSB joined the MTCP as a training provider
capitalizing on its vast experience in organizing various oil,
gas and petrochemical development programmes. It offers two
annual programme for the Oil, Gas and Petrochemical Industry
on Maintenance and Safety and Technical Training for Engineers.
A total of 73 participant’s from all over the world have been
invited to these two courses including from Cambodia, Myanmar,
Vietnam, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Morocco, Ethiopia, Pakistan,
Sudan, and Egypt.
The Maintenance and Safety course for 2006 was held
from 17 July - 11 August in both campuses for 24 participants
from Sudan, Egypt, Cambodia, Myanmar, and Vietnam. Several
subjects were focused on, such as environmental management,
the concept of total asset life cycle management, methods and
techniques of optimizing the lifecycle of all plant equipment
to world class maintenance management. The curriculum
on maintenance management covers the latest methodology,
technology and its application in executing maintenance activities;
knowledge enhancement of rotating equipment, and the infusion
of appropriate mechanical equipment technology.
Besides being exposed to the theoretical and instructional
aspects of learning, the participants were also given exposure to
real life plant environment through their visits to the Integrated
Petrochemical Complex (IPC) in Kerteh and PETRONAS Penapisan
Melaka Sdn Bhd (PPMSB) in Malacca and an educational tour to
PETRONAS University of Technology (UTP) in Perak. To provide
a wholesome Malaysian experience, participants were given the
opportunity to experience the life of kampung (village) folks in
the Malaysian Homestay Programme in Penarik, Terengganu,
where they get acquainted with the Malaysian culture as well
as visits to the silk and batik factories and beaches in the area.
The programme also took participants to other landmarks such
as the KLCC and Putrajaya.
Dr. Imad Al Gadir, an O.H. consultant from Sudan,
in expressing his satisfaction with the programme also was
very impressed with PETRONAS and its personnel who are
knowledgeable, committed, industrious, humble and hospitable.
Another participant, Mr. Ahmed M. Anwar, an engineer from Ganop
El-Wadi Petroleum Holding Company, Egypt, also expressed his
amazement with the high technology and the state of the art
facilities at the IPC.
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(1) Briefing at PETRONAS Penapisan (Melaka) Sdn. Bhd.
(2) Briefing at PETRONAS University of Technology
(3) Group Photo at PETRONAS Penapisan (Melaka) Sdn. Bhd.
(4) Group Photo of Maintenance and Safety Course
(5) At Skybridge, Petronas Twin Tower
(6) Experiencing the life of village folks during the Malaysian Homestay
Programme in Penarik, Terengganu
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C O N T E N T S Highlights Of MTCP Activities
Page
Activities
Petronas Management Training
Sdn. Bhd. (PMTSB)
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Course on Environmental
Management and Polution Control
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Strengthening Science and
Technology Management in OIC
Countries
4
Towards Managing National and
Historical Records
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Building Halal Standards and
Conformance Infrastructure for
OIC Countries
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Third Country Training Programme
(TCTP) on Computer Networking
Technology
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Malaysia-Thailand Technical
Cooperation Meeting
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Country Focus - The Kingdom of
Cambodia
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MTCP Long-Term Scholarship
Programme
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What Our MTCP Participants Say
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Feedback From Our Readers
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MTCP Short-Term Courses For 2007
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MTCP Readership Card
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FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK
Dear MTCP Alumni
Greetings from the Secretariat of the Malaysian
Technical Cooperation Programme! We meet
again in our ninth issue of the MTCP Alumni
Newsletter, which is the last issue for the year
2006. It is our hope that that this issue finds
you in the best of health and doing well in your
respective career.
As in our previous issues, we bring to you an
update of the MTCP current activities. In this
issue, we have included several articles focusing on
selected training providers/institutions that include
the PETRONAS Management Training Sdn. Bhd.
(PMTSB), Environmental Institute of Malaysia
(EiMAS) and the Academy of Sciences, Malaysia.
Cambodia is featured in the country focus section
in this issue. We have also included an article
on the MTCP Long-term Scholarship Programme,
which gives some information on scholarships for
undergraduate and postgraduate studies under
the MTCP. In addition, we continue to dedicate
a column to our alumni, to enable them to share
their thoughts and views on the MTCP.
It is our hope that through this publication, new
links among MTCP alumni can be forged and
the present network of friendship can be further
strengthened. We look forward to continue hearing
from you. Please do not hesitate to e-mail to MTCP
at mtcp@epu.jpm.my or fax to 603-88883876.
For greater coverage and better dissemination,
the MTCP Alumni Newsletter is also available at
http://www.epu.jpm.my.
Thank you and best regards to all.
EDITORIAL BOARD
Patron
:
Dato’ Halipah binti Esa, Director General of EPU
Advisor
:
Ms. Noriyah binti Ahmad, Deputy Director General (Macro)
Editor
:
Ms. Patricia Chia Yoon Moi, Director of External Assistance
Members
:
Mr. Abdul Ghani b. Botok (ICT, EPU)Mr. Azman b. Hj. Ibrahim (JMTI)
Mr. Zainal Abidin b. Abu Hassan (MOHE)Mr. Azemi b. Abdul Aziz (ARCHIVES)
Mr. Mohd. Zulkephli Mohd. Noor (MOFA)Mr. Zazali b. Salim (PMTSB)
Mr. Nasaruddin b. Rahman (ASM)Mr. Ab. Hamid b. Hj. Taib (EPU)
Ms. Shanaz b. Rakhmat (DSM)Ms. Renuka Devi Logarajan (EPU)
Dr. Zulkifli b. Abdul Rahman (EiMAS)
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Course on Environmental Management and
Pollution Control
T
Briefing on zero burning re-planting technique and
water management
Getting to know the characteristics of toxins and
hazardous waste
Practical demonstration of air pollution control
equipment
Briefing at ASMA
Automatic Air Quality
Monitoring Station
Watching a local
folk weaving
baskets at Pelagong
Homestay
he Environment Institute of Malaysia (EiMAS), the environmental training
division of the Department of Environment Malaysia (DOE), under the
Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, started operation at its
own building in the National University of Malaysia (UKM) Campus on
1 August 2001. The main function of the Institute is to conduct training
courses for the staff of DOE as well as the private sector in the areas
of environmental management and pollution control. Key training areas
carried out by EiMAS are categorized as follows: environmental basic
competency course; environmental occupational safety and health;
office management; water quality management; air quality management;
environmental legislation; scheduled waste management; environmental
management and impact assessment; and information communication
technology.
With the aspiration of becoming a Center of Excellence in
environmental management in Malaysia, EiMAS strives to enhance manpower
resource development programme for environmental management, and
to develop and intensify capacity building in the field of environmental
protection. The year 2005 has been more focused towards conducting
intensive courses for DOE officers in line with the Public Sector Training
Policy. In 2006, more attention was given to develop the human capital
in pollution control within the industrial sector through its certification
programmes. The year 2006 also has great significance to the Institute
where its role has been expanded as the 35th MTCP training provider,
when it organized the course on “Environmental Management and
Pollution Control”, on 7 – 25 August, 2006. This course was attended by
20 participants from Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Mauritius, Myanmar,
Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. The objectives of this course,
among others, were to provide training in the various aspects and methods
for air quality management; share good practices on the implementation
of national and inter-agencies programmes involving coastal and marine
pollution management; and to give exposure and provide appropriate
knowledge and skill on the fundamentals of hazardous waste pollution
sources and control management.
The course was organized to include lectures, case studies,
discussions and study visits. The study visits were found to attract the
most excitement among the course participants. These included visits to
PUSPAKOM Wangsa Maju (a vehicle inspection facility), Golden Hope
Plantations Berhad in Carey Island (on “zero-burning” technique), Alam
Sekitar Malaysia Sdn. Bhd (ASMA) in Bukit Jelutong (air and water
quality monitoring), Master Jaya Environmental Sdn. Bhd in Balakong
(air pollution control equipment), Kualiti Alam Sdn. Bhd. in Bukit Nanas
(integrated scheduled wastes management centre) and Tex Cycle Sdn.
Bhd. in Puchong (recovery facility). The course managed to demonstrate
the different aspects of environmental management and environmentally
sound technologies through the vast technical knowledge and
know-how of our private sector companies in their respective
fields. The most important aspect that the participants learnt in
this course is the close partnership between the Government
agencies and the private sector in terms of technical know-how,
underlining the success of our Malaysia Incorporated concept.
To commemorate this inaugural
MTCP Course at EiMAS, a treeplanting ceremony was held, as
part of the closing ceremony.
Sorting of contaminated rags
and container washing
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STRENgTHENiNg SCiENCE ANd TECHNOlOgY MANAgEMENT
iN OiC COuNTRiES
T
he Academy of Sciences Malaysia (ASM), a statutory body
under the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation,
Malaysia was established in 1995. Its mission is to pursue,
encourage and enhance excellence in the fields of science,
engineering and technology (SET), for national development
as well as development at the global level. Its five thrusts
are to provide advice to the Government, foster a culture of
excellence, assist in upgrading Malaysian industries, promote
public awareness and spearhead international collaboration.
Its 138 fellows are drawn from eminent Malaysian scientists,
engineers and technologists in the fields of medical sciences,
engineering sciences, biological sciences, mathematical &
physical sciences, chemical sciences, information technology,
and science and technology development & industry. The
ASM also has three Honorary Fellows who includes the Right
Honourable Dato’ Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, the Prime
Minister of Malaysia.
Group photo after the closing ceremony
At the 10th Session of the OIC Summit in 2003, Putrajaya, the Kuala Lumpur Declaration on Science and Technology
for Socio-Economic Well Being of the Ummah was declared Vision 1441. It represents a vision for the Muslim world to
rededicate themselves to mastering S & T to face the challenges of the new global economy. One of the recommendations of
this Declaration is to launch a S & T management training course for S & T personnel in OIC member countries. ASM, as the
prime mover behind the Declaration, then joined the MTCP as a training provider in 2005. Its first management training course
dedicated for researchers in OIC countries was held in September, 2005 for 38 participants from 16 countries.
Participants
during the
hands-on
session
Building on the success of the first training course, ASM
continued to organize this course in 2006 from 4-15 September,
2006 in Kuala Lumpur for 37 researchers from 17 countries
including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Cameroon, Egypt, Gambia,
Indonesia, Jordan, Maldives, Nigeria, Oman, Palestine, Pakistan,
Sudan, Syria, Turkey, Uganda and Uzbekistan. The course provides
participants with sufficient theoretical insights on current trends,
issues and challenges in S & T and innovation management as well
as skills on research management practices and promotes activities
aimed at fostering a creative and innovative organizational culture.
In addition, it serves as a platform to bring together researchers
Participants in OIC countries to discuss opportunities for joint research
during
collaborations. Of particular value is the opportunity to network
the group
and make contacts with research institutions in Malaysia.
discussion
Through this course, Malaysia is able to share its experience
in this field as well as our experience on national development
planning with regard to science and technology. During the core
training on sound research management practices several R & D
practitioners including Fellows of the Academy shared their expertise
and experiences with participants including on preparation of
research proposal and research report, intellectual property rights,
research monitoring, commercialization and techno-entrepreneur.
Participants were divided into groups for the preparation of project
proposals for funding. These project proposals were then evaluated
with the selection of the best group at the end of the course.
Participants
during their
site visit to
Perak
Participants
during the
study visit
to MARDI
Other than classroom sessions, participants had the
opportunity to visit selected research institutions and research
centres such as Malaysian Agriculture Research and Development
Institute (MARDI), Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB), SIRIM and
University of Malaya. These visits enabled participants to observe
R & D practices and actual research being conducted in Malaysia
including in biotechnology and bio-diesel as well as to interact
and establish contacts with research managers in these centres.
At the completion of the training course, participants expressed
their appreciation to the Government of Malaysia and ASM for the
wonderful opportunity to learn about S & T management practices
in Malaysia. They also expressed their intent of applying and
transferring the knowledge gained to their colleagues back home,
thus, assisting in multiplying the course’s benefits towards developing
human capital in OIC member countries.
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TOWARdS MANAgiNg NATiONAl ANd HiSTORiCAl RECORdS
E
stablished on 1 December 1957, the National Archives of
Malaysia(Arkib Negara Malaysia) was first known as the
Public Records Office. In 1963, it assumed its present name
in accordance with international usage. The National Archives
Act No. 44/1966 and the National Archives Act 2003 entrusted
the National Archives with the custody and preservation of
public records of national and historical significance as well as
promotion of public awareness through its dissemination to the
public. The National Archives also strives to create an efficient
administrative government machinery for a systematic records
management.
The National Archives of Malaysia offered its first
National Archives of Malaysia Headquarters, Kuala Lumpur
course for the MTCP in 1984. Through its two annual programmes,
Records Management and Conservation and Book Binding, a total of 346 participants from 72 MTCP participating countries
were trained. This programme aims to equip participants with the basic concepts and theories of records management and to
enable them to recognize the needs for good records management in their own country. The objective of the Conservation and
document/bookbinding course is to enhance the knowledge and practical skills of participants in this area. Assessment tests
are administered during these courses and participants also have to prepare reports on related subjects. Besides lectures
and practical work, study visits are organized to public and private agencies including the state branches of the Archives
Department.
The Department conducted its 22nd MTCP courses on 1 August - 24 September 2006, for 24 participants from 23
countries. Of this group, 17 attended the Records Management course while 7 were in the Conservation and Book Binding
course. The countries represented were Algeria, Belize, Bhutan, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, Fiji, Indonesia, Jamaica, Philippines,
Thailand, Malawi, Myanmar, Mali, Mongolia, Papua New Guinea, Senegal, Seychelles, Sri Lanka, St. Lucia, Trinidad & Tobago
and Zimbabwe.
Group photo of MTCP
Participants for the Course on
Records Management & the
Course on Conservation and
Bookbinding
Conservation and Bookbinding Course
Records Management Course
Preparation
for transfer
of records
Preparation
of Retention
Schedule for
non-active
records
Preparation
for Case
Making
Preparation
for
Leafcasting
Process
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BUILDING HALAL STANDARDS AND CONFORMANCE INFRASTRUCTURE
FOR OIC COUNTRIES
T
he increasing demand of Muslim population all over the
world for halal food leads to a need to build a consistent and
reliable infrastructure in the Organization of Islamic Conference
(OIC) member countries pertaining to halal standards and
conformance. Malaysia, with its reputation as one of the most
progressive and technologically advanced Muslim nations, has
successfully developed the framework as well as the standards
and conformance infrastructure for the advancement of halal
industries. As a member and current Chair of the OIC, Malaysia
is, thus, well positioned to become the international hub for
halal products and services by working closely with other OIC
member countries.
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The Department of Standards Malaysia (DSM), with
the support from the Department of Islamic Development of
Malaysia (JAKIM), joined the Malaysian Technical Cooperation
Programme (MTCP) as a training provider in 2006 to jointly
organize a capacity-building training course to share knowledge
and skills in building halal standards infrastructure with other
OIC member countries. Since the DSM, under the Ministry of
Science, Technology and Innovation, is responsible for standards
and accreditation, it strives to promulgate and promote their
activities in Malaysia. DSM has established the Malaysian
Standard on halal entitled “Halal Food: Production, Preparation,
Handling and Storage General Guidelines” (MS 1500:2004),
which is also the first halal standard to be developed by a
Muslim nation.
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In line with Malaysia’s commitment to capacity-building
of OIC countries, DSM implemented its first course on ‘Training
Programme on Halal Standards and Conformance Infrastructure
for OIC Countries’ from 7-18 August 2006 under the MTCP.
Its main objectives are to strengthen solidarity and cooperation
among Islamic States with respect to halal industries as well as
to seek new opportunities for trade and cooperation between
Malaysia and fellow OIC member countries.
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The programme was attended by 15 participants from
ten OIC countries, namely Algeria, Turkey, Bangladesh, Saudi
Arabia, Yemen, Jordan, Oman, Tunisia, Iran and Indonesia. The
course was designed to give participants a first-hand exposure
to the halal concept and the development of the infrastructure
to support the development of halal industries. Lectures were
delivered by the respective experts in their fields. In addition,
the training group experienced hands-on-training on halal
standards and conformance infrastructure as well as visits to
relevant halal development agencies in Malaysia where they
were briefed on their different roles in carrying out the halal
development strategies. The participants acknowledged that
the training was beneficial and timely since it was generally
agreed that the Malaysian halal system is one of its kind and
exemplary to them.
Apart from that, they were also very impressed with
the Malaysian hospitality shown throughout their short but
memorable stay here. This initiative is truly a success as the
objective of creating greater awareness of the importance
and potentials of the Halal industries among the OIC Member
Countries has been achieved. Apart from the training activities,
participants were also given the opportunity to get to know
Malaysian history, culture and heritage through a study visit
to Melaka, the Historical City. They were truly amazed and
impressed by the cultural artifacts, sold at the pasar malam
(Malaysian style night market) in Jonker’s Street. Many even
took the opportunity to experience their first trishaw ride.
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(1) Opening Ceremony of MTCP Training Programme by Y. Bhg. Dato’ Abdul
Hanan bin Alang Endut, Secretary General of the Ministry of Science,
Technology and Innovation
(2) Study visit to MARDI
(3) Lunch at hawker stall
(4) Study visit to Putrajaya: Group Photo at the Prime Minister’s Office
(5) Group Photo at the Putrajaya Mosque
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THiRd COuNTRY TRAiNiNg PROgRAMME (TCTP) ON
COMPuTER NETWORKiNg TECHNOlOgY
J
apan Malaysia Technical Institute (JMTI), one of the advanced technology
training centres developed by the Human Resources Department under
Ministry of Human Resources, started its operation from its new campus at
Bukit Minyak Industrial Park, Penang in January 2000. The main objective
of JMTI is to produce well-trained industrial technologists with engineering
knowledge and high technical skills, especially to prepare them to adapt and
face the challenges of rapidly changing technology.
JMTI integrated building, which houses all the training
facilities, laboratories, workshop, lecture hall, library, etc.
JMTI offers advanced courses in Engineering Technology in four main fields ie. Computer,
Electronics, Mechatronic and Manufacturing. Other activities include short customized courses and
Third Country Training Programme (TCTP) on “Computer Networking Technology”, in co-operation
with Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Malaysian Technical Cooperation
Programme (MTCP).
This TCTP course was first implemented in 2001, and enters its sixth year in 2006. The training
course was held from 12 June - 8 July 2006 for 10 participants from Sri Lanka, Nepal, Myanmar,
Cambodia, Lao PDR and the Philippines. Although this course was also targeted for Pakistan,
Vietnam, Indonesia and Thailand, there was no suitable participants from these countries.
This course aimed to enhance knowledge of the functions of a computer system and assembling
techniques of a complete functioning system unit using the latest operating system. Participants are
also trained to improve their knowledge and ability in Network Benefit, Security, Hardware, Software,
Structure and Services. In addition, participants are also required to acquire skills for various levels
of networking system, from the design consideration, planning and implementation, managing the
network system with various resources, to include first level troubleshooting and maintenance.
This programme also included site visits to Telekom Malaysia, Malaysian Meteorological Service
and Silterra Plant to understand the network structure, administration and maintenance.
Participants during the PC Assembling session
Having dinner together at Gurney Drive,
Penang
Training on Video-Conferencing
via web-cam
Participants at the Kek Lok Si Temple,
Penang
MAlAYSiA-THAilANd TECHNiCAl COOPERATiON MEETiNg
T
he Technical Cooperation Meeting between Malaysia and
Thailand was held for the fifth time in Bangkok, Thailand
on 3-4 August 2006. The Malaysian delegation was led by the
Economic Planning Unit (EPU) and the Thai delegation was
led by the Thailand International Development Cooperation
Agency (TICA). The meeting was held in a cordial and friendly
atmosphere, reflecting the close relations between the two
countries.
Course (AITC), Thai International Postgraduate Programme
(TIPP), Technical Cooperation Among Development Country
(TCDC), Third Country Training Programme (TCTP) and
Thailand International Cooperation Programme (TICP). During
the meeting, both sides expressed willingness to continue
to cooperate in on-going bilateral technical cooperation
programmes. New proposals for future cooperation were also
exchanged between the two delegations.
The objective of this bilateral meeting was to review
recent technical cooperation activities as well as to provide
opportunity for both Malaysia and Thailand to expand the
scope of cooperation. As both countries extend South-south
cooperation to other developing countries, this meeting also
aimed to explore new areas of joint cooperation as well as to
address any issues arising.
The meeting also discussed on cooperation on human
resources development in the Joint Development Strategy
for border areas (JDS) and the Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand
Growth Triangle (IMT-GT) Cross Sectoral Development (HRD).
A significant milestone was reached with the agreement to
implement a MTCP initiative to train 50 Thai youths from
Southern Thailand at Pusat GIATMARA. This initiative aimed to
provide income generating skills to the Thai side by providing
training in technical skills as well as in English language training
for another two Thai trainers for the purpose of training the
trainers.
Through the Malaysian Technical Cooperation
Programme (MTCP), various short-term technical courses
and long term post-graduate studies are offered to the Thais.
Thailand reciprocates through its Annual International Training
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COUNTRY FOCUS – THE KINGDOM OF CAMBODIA
B
ilateral relations between Malaysia and Cambodia are
close and cordial. Malaysia continues to work closely
with Cambodia at the regional and multilateral levels,
including ASEAN, United Nations (UN) and Non-Aligned
Movement (NAM). In ensuring that the bilateral relations
between both countries are further strengthened, several
high-level visits by leaders of both countries have taken
place, most notably the Official Visit of the Right Hon. Prime
Minister of Malaysia Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi
to Cambodia on 26 January 2004 and the first State Visit
of the King of Cambodia, His Majesty Norodom Sihamoni
to Malaysia on 27-29 March 2006 as part of his tour of the
ASEAN region since his accession to the throne in late
October 2004.
In the effort to further strengthen bilateral relations
between both countries, Malaysia and Cambodia convened
their Second Joint Commission Meeting (JCM) on 26-27 June
2006 in Siem Reap, Cambodia. The JCM is established as a
mechanism to generate and foster closer bilateral relations
between the two countries. Its aim is to pave the way to
explore new cooperation opportunities in various areas that
could benefit both countries mutually. Among the issues of
mutual interests were those pertaining to security, trade,
investment, transportation, tourism, agriculture, forestry,
fisheries, land management, urban planning, construction,
education, youth and sports, information, ICT, technical
cooperation, capacity building, transnational crime and
labour.
Location :
Southeastern Asia, bordering
the Gulf of Thailand, between
Thailand, Vietnam, and Lao
PDR
Area :
181,040 sq km
Population :
13,881,427 (July 2006 est.)
Nationality :
Cambodian
Independence Day :
9 November 1953 (from
France)
Ethnic Group :
Khmer 90%, Vietnamese 5%,
Chinese 1%, other 4%
Religion :
Theravada Buddhist 95%, other
5%
Language :
Khmer (official) 95%, French,
English
Currency :
dong (VND)
GDP :
(Purchasing Power Parity) $34.08 billion (2005 est.)
In terms of trade and investment, the Malaysian
private sector has a significant presence in Cambodia.
To date, the Malaysian Business Council in Cambodia
(MBCC) has 48 full members (i.e. companies with Malaysian
interests of 51 percent and above equity participation) and
13 associate members. Although the volume of bilateral
trade between Malaysia and Cambodia remained small, it
has shown a noticeable upward trend. In July 2006, the total
value of bilateral trade between Malaysia and Cambodia
was USD43.5 million. Malaysia’s exports to Cambodia
totalled USD25.1 million, while Cambodian imports to
Malaysia totalled USD18.4 million.
Malaysia is the second largest foreign investor
after China in Cambodia, with a total investment in terms
of fixed assets approved amounting to USD1.8 billion.
Malaysia’s main investments in Cambodia include banking,
hospitality industry, garments, civil engineering, construction,
petroleum, utilities, telecommunications and beverages.
Currently, more than 42 Malaysian companies operate
in Cambodia including Maybank, Petroliam Nasional
(Petronas), Padiberas Nasional (Bernas), Muhibbah
Engineering, Sunway Hotel, Malaysia Airlines (MAS) and
Casacom.
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GDP growth :
13.4% (2005 est.)
GDP per capital :
$2,500 (2005 est.)
Inflation Rate :
5.8% (2005 est.)
Unemployment Rate :
2.5% (2000 est.)
Major Industries :
tourism, garments, rice milling, fishing, wood and wood products, rubber, cement, gem mining, textiles
Exports :
$2.663 billion f.o.b. (2005 est.)
Imports :
$3.538 billion f.o.b. (2005 est.)
In accordance with Malaysia’s foreign policy of
“prosper-thy-neighbor,”
Cambodia continues to participate
actively under the Malaysian Technical Cooperation
Programme (MTCP). Since joining the MTCP as a member
country in 1984, the MTCP had provided a total of 686
scholarship grants to Cambodian officials, making Cambodia
the third highest ranking country in terms of being a recipient
of MTCP scholarship grants for training. For 2006, up until
August, 39 officials from Cambodia participated in short and
long-term courses in a wide spectrum of technical areas in
Malaysia. Based on the feedback from participants, the MTCP
training had benefited them in terms of acquiring knowledge
and technical skills as well as a better understanding of
the particular Malaysian model of development.
*Sources: CIA Fact book
Mr. Chin Sothun and
Mr. Phin Rody during
the group discussion
session
Cambodian
participants during the
homestay programme
Mr. Chin Chamrecun
getting to know the
characteristics of
toxic and hazardous
wastes at EiMAS
demonstration lab
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MTCP LONG-TERM SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME
T
he Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia was established on 27 March 2004 in Putrajaya. Its function was previously part
of the Ministry of Education. By its establishment, the role of higher education is given further emphasis since the Ministry
is given the important role to develop a strong and high quality higher education through the implementation of national policies
that will cover all education providers from community colleges, polytechnics to universities.
Education institutions were called upon to provide international exposure to their students through teaching methods
and activities as well as allowing their intake of international students. Through interactions between Malaysian students and
their international classmates, there would be a better understanding of other cultures.
The Government has also made the procedures for applications for student visa more straightforward and uncomplicated
in order to facilitate the intake of international students. In addition, the Ministry has also approved new Malaysian Education
Promotion Offices (MEPO) in four countries, namely in Indonesia, (Jakarta), Vietnam (Ho Chi Min City), UAE (Dubai) and
China (Beijing). The Malaysian Education Promotion Centre (MEPC), provides services to prospective international students
by disseminating information on education, culture and lifestyle in Malaysia.
Beginning 2006, the MOHE assumes responsibility for the administration of MTCP long-term scholarships which was
previously undertaken by the Public Service Department. The MTCP Scholarship Award provides opportunities for deserving
students in MTCP member countries to pursue postgraduate studies at Masters and PhD levels in 7 public universities in
Malaysia. The duration of the award is 36 months for PhD programme and between 12 to 24 months for Masters programme.
This scholarship is administered on a Government-to-Government basis, without any bond or conditions imposed by Malaysia.
Scholarships are intended for promising qualified candidates up to 45 years of age at the time of application, who have the
potential to make a significant contribution to their own countries on their return from Malaysia.
The 7 participating Universities are:
1.
University of Malaya (UM)
2.
National University of Malaysia (UKM)
3.
Science University of Malaysia (USM)
4.
University Putra Malaysia (UPM)
5.
University of Technology of Malaysia (UTM)
6.
International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)
7.
Sultan Idris Education University (UPSI)
Candidates should, at the time of application, possess a
degree or equivalent qualification with at least a upper second class
honours, (or CGPA 3.0/4.0) to be eligible for a Masters programme;
and hold a Masters degree with good grades to apply for a PhD
programme. The candidates must demonstrate outstanding verbal,
Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia, Putrajaya
reading and writing proficiency in the English language through
one of the recognized tests of English, TOEFL, Test administered
by the International English Language Testing Service (IELTS) or other equivalent English language qualification. If deemed
necessary, applicants may also be required to attend an interview and/or take an entrance test or English Test conducted by
the Ministry of Higher Education in Malaysia or the Board of Admissions of a particular university. In the Ninth Malaysia Plan, a new MTCP scholarship scheme, the Malaysian International Scholarship (MIS), was
established. It will be administered by MOHE with the aim to foster closer bilateral ties between Malaysia and the MTCP member
countries. This Premier Scholarship scheme offers opportunities to excellent and outstanding young students to pursue their
undergraduate education in selected public and private Malaysian universities. Potential beneficieries are talented students
with excellent academic record and outstanding participation in co-curriculum activities. A total of 15 scholarships is offered
annually beginning from the 2007/2008 academic year to outstanding students who must not be more than 21 years of age by
1st July 2007.
Further details could be obtained from:The Secretary General
Ministry of Higher Education
Scholarships Division
Blok E3, Level 5, Parcel E, Precint 1
Federal Government Administrative Centre
Putrajaya
Tel: 03-88835000
Fax: 03-88895141
E-mail: bs@mohe.gov.my / fandi@mohe.gov.my
Website: http://www.mohe.gov.my
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WHAT OUR MTCP PARTICIPANTS SAY
Mirzet Seho, 25, from Bosnia & Herzegovina, has a double degree in Economics and Islamic Revealed Knowledge &
Heritage. He is currently pursuing his Master’s of Science in Finance at International Islamic University of Malaysia.
“I believe this is a great thing that every Malaysian should be proud of. I am very thankful to the Malaysian Government
and its people for providing me with this golden opportunity. I pray to God and hope that in future MTCP can allocate
more scholarships to students especially from my country, and I hope that students under this programme will network
with each other. I would like to make a few suggestions:
- Create a way of connecting us with one another, where we can communicate and build a proper or maybe official
academic relation.
- Stay in touch with us even after the end of the program and look us up in our country. I’m willing to work with any
Malaysians, they are great.
Thanks a lot and best wishes in your work.”
Guo Chentao, 32, from China, has a degree in Economics. He is currently pursuing a his Master’s degree in Strategy
and Diplomacy, a joint programme of the National University of Malaysia (UKM) and Institute of Diplomacy And Foreign
Relations (IDFR).
“Malaysians are very helpful, kind and supportive. It is a gift to study here. The content of my study here is well-structured
and very useful. I am sure I can learn a lot from this course and make use of all the education and experience that I
gained back in my country later.
In addition, I find that Malaysia’s education standard is very high, which will benefit a lot of the students choosing to
study here. It is an honour to be awarded the MTCP scholarship.”
Consolatha Ishebabi, 44, from Tanzania, has a Master’s degree in Development Studies. She is currently pursuing
her PhD degree in Development Science at National University of Malaysia (UKM).
“It was really marvelous when I got the MTCP scholarship to join UKM. My experience in Malaysia has been interesting
and challenging. The interesting part is the cooperation I have been getting from various Malaysian people throughout
my stay especially at the university where I spend most of my life. People are always ready to assist you whenever you
need their assistance. I have also made great friends who consider me as part of their families. The challenging part is
the language. I used to feel uncomfortable when I meet people who inquire about my country but I fail to respond due
to my poor Bahasa Melayu. After attending the Bahasa Melayu course for one year, I am fluent in the language. My
two supervisors are very supportive. They are always there whenever I knock their doors. Finally, I have always enjoyed
Malaysian culture, as it is not difficult to cope with it. People are very friendly and they are ready to assist whenever
you ask. They are also eager to know from me about my country.”
Amit Jheengut, from the Ministry of Environment and National Development, Mauritius, attended the MTCP course on
Environmental Management and Pollution Control, at EiMAS, DOE, 7 - 25 August 2006.
“This course is very useful for me. As an officer in the Ministry’s Unit of Environment, I need to know everything about
Environmental Management and Pollution Control. Although I’m in charge of Integrated Coastal Zone Management,
but after this course if I’m transferred to another Unit, for example EIA, I will be able to carry out my job because I
have learnt what EIA is all about. Likewise, before this, I never had the opportunity to see what an air pollution control
equipment like a bag filter looks like. But now, at least I know how it looks like. One more thing that I’m very fascinated
with is the close working relationship between the Government agencies in Malaysia and the private sector. I will make
sure that at least one Mauritian will attend this course next year.”
Wilma Felisa R. Uyaco, from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Philippines, attended the MTCP
course on Environmental Management and Pollution Control, at EiMAS, DOE, 7 - 25 August 2006.
“There are a lot of ideas gained from this course, which we have put into an Action Plan and will be proposed to our top
management. Some, which are within the DENR’s jurisdiction, can be implemented immediately, while others may take
some time as they need to be agreed upon by other related agencies as well. Among the ideas that we will propose are:
the inclusion of requirements for installing a device to monitor and maintain control facilities, in the Permits to Operate;
having facilities like PUSPAKOM to carry out vehicular emission tests; contract out to a private entity similar to ASMA
for conducting continuous ambient air and water quality monitoring, thus doing away with the crude way; as well as
improvement in our toxic and hazardous wastes management. The most important knowledge/idea we learnt from the
Malaysians is the unending desire of the people, either from the Government or private sector, to increase awareness
on the importance of proper environmental management.”
Duong Thi Thanh Xuyen, from the Environment Protection Agency, Vietnam, attended the MTCP course on Environmental
Management and Pollution Control, at EiMAS, DOE, 7 - 25 August 2006.
“The contents of this training course are useful for our professional role in environmental management and pollution
control. Experiences and knowledge gained from this MTCP course will be applied in Vietnam and will be transferred to
other young scientists and managers to meet the needs of sustainable development in Vietnam and the ASEAN region.
Among them include: promoting and encouraging the private sector to be involved in environmental monitoring such as
air quality monitoring, dissemination of environmental information via the Air Pollutant Index (API) system, zero burning
replanting technique for rubber and coconut state-run farms and paddy fields, expanding the model for recycling and
recovery of toxic and hazardous waste, licensing procedure for toxic and hazardous waste treatment companies and
last but not least, enforcement of erosion and sediment control in development projects.”
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Vilma Tay Kim Nai, from the Singapore Environment Institute (SEI), Singapore, attended the MTCP course on Environmental
Management and Pollution Control, at Environment Institute of Malaysia (EiMAS), DOE, 7 - 25 August 2006.
“This 3-weeks course has allowed knowledge sharing, networking, and experience enrichment professionally and
personally. Among the ideas that Singapore learnt and could explore are: the separate category for E-waste which
demonstrates the Malaysian government’s commitment to reducing/minimizing E-waste, and also making it more
convenient for reference by the industries. Another idea is the privatization model for ambient air and water quality
monitoring. The public-private training partnership incorporated in this course taps into latest developments from the
industries, provide networking opportunities for industries with government officials, provides an all-rounded perspective
to enforcement officers to do their work better, and forges stronger Public-Private partnership. The inclusion of local
participants as “surrogate host” in the course is good because they act as interaction catalyst and “information counters”
to the rest. I will promote these ideas for training programmes in SEI.”
Sun Kourn, the Petroleum Geological Engineer from Cambodian National Petroleum Authority (CNPA), Cambodia,
attended the MTCP course on “Maintenance and Safety in Oil, Gas and Petrochemical Industry” at PETRONAS
Management Training Sdn Bhd, 17 July - 14 August 2006.
“I would like to express my deep gratitude and many thanks for the efforts made by Malaysian Technical Cooperation
Programme (MTCP) and all the lecturers and also the services given by MTCP’s personnel throughout the programme.
I also would like to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation to the Government of Malaysia for the kind assistance
and generous financial support for the organization of the training course.”
Kyi Lin, the Deputy General Manager from Myanmar Petrochemical Enterprise, Myanmar attended the MTCP course
on “Maintenance and Safety in Oil, Gas and Petrochemical Industry” at PETRONAS Management Training Sdn Bhd,
17 July - 14 August 2006.
“I would like to thank the Malaysian Government and MTCP for giving me the opportunity to attend this maintenance
management and safety course. I would also like to thank the Director of the MTCP course and his management team,
lecturers and staff for their kindness. I gained a lot of knowledge and experience from this course and would never
forget the friendly and kind people in Malaysia.”
Omer Abdelgadir Gasmalla, the Project Engineer from SUDAPET Co. Ltd, Sudan attended the MTCP course on
“Maintenance and Safety in Oil, Gas and Petrochemical Industry” at PETRONAS Management Training Sdn Bhd,
17 July - 14 August 2006.
“I would like to thank the Malaysian Government for providing us with the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience
and to strengthen friendship/relationship with people from other countries.”
Dr. Amany M Abd Al-Aziz El-Sayed, the Assoc. Professor of Pediatrics from Egypt attended the MTCP course on
Science and Technology Management Training Course for Researchers in OIC Countries at Academy of Sciences,
Malaysia, 4 - 15 September 2006
“First of all, I would like to thank the organizers, Academy of Sciences, Malaysia for this wonderful opportunity. Thanks
for everything that you have done, the course was organised in a very good manner and I have really benefited from the
course. Some interesting lectures include Vision 1441, Science, Technology & Innovation in the knowledge Economy,
writing good research proposal, Promoting Invention: The Experience of MINDS and Science & Industry Linkage. The
visits to research centres were valuable, the hospitality was very good and your people are nice and helpful.”
Dr. Samina Kidwai, the Principal Scientific Officer / Researcher from Pakistan attended the MTCP course on Science
and Technology Management Training Course for Researchers in OIC Countries at Academy of Sciences Malaysia,
4 - 15 September 2006.
“Assalamu Alaikum, I thank the organizers, Academy of Sciences, Malaysia for this wonderful opportunity. Foremost, I would
like to felicitate the Academy for its exceptional arrangements and for providing this unique opportunity for researchers
from OIC countries to meet, interact with each other, to develop friendships and creating a special bonding.
The course was very appropriately structured, planned and professionally executed and at no time losing out on the
human touch. The subject content of the course was interesting, fresh, mind opening, creative and high quality. The
resource persons were friendly, open, approachable and very willing to share their knowledge and experiences with
the participants. At the same time, generous in allowing time to the participants for open discussions, sharing their
views and experiences, leading to some very interesting and engrossing class sessions, even during the difficult “after
the lunchtime” slot.
For me personally the course provided an introduction to approaches to newer concepts that value S&T research even
more, especially when it solves real world problems. My study and work has taken me to many places, but this visit is
definitely one of the most gratifying, treasured and enjoyable. There was a clear feeling of comfort and camaraderie
amongst the participants that is truly special. What has actually won my heart over for Malaysia is that it is a country
of outstanding natural beauty, with gentle and gracious peoples who harbour a true sense of national pride and belief
that they will achieve their national goal and their sincere commitment towards it. Malaysia is indeed a role model for
all the Ummah.”
Dr. Dono Wahyuno, the Researcher from Indonesia attended the MTCP course on Science and Technology Management
Training Course for Researchers in OIC Countries at Academy of Sciences Malaysia, 4 - 15 September 2006.
“The Science and Technology Management Training Course for Researchers in OIC Countries had given me a lot of
benefit. Sometime as a scientist, I only considered about the benefit of a research for the public and its originality.
However, the lectures during the course awoke me to the fact that there are other important things that should be
considered before and after we run our research activities to make them more valuable. Two weeks were too short
to know all the participants well and enjoy life in Malaysia.  Due to the warm welcome and well organized activities,
within the first three days, I felt as though Malaysia is my second home country.”
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Gina M. Papa, from National Archives of the Philippines, attended the MTCP course on Records Management at the
National Archives of Malaysia, from 1 August - 25 September 2006.
“I thank the government of Malaysia for giving me the chance to attend this course. I chose this course because it
will help me a lot in organizing seminar workshop on Records and Archives Management in the Philippines. As the
Secretariat for the seminar workshop, we can improve the syllabus according to the International Archival Standard. I
hope to impart my knowledge gained from this course to all records custodians in our country. This is also part of our
archives’ future plans to upgrade facilities and equipment in Records and Archival Management.”
Christopher Bruno Chagwayapah, from National Archives of Malawi, attended the MTCP course on Conservation and
Bookbinding at the National Archives of Malaysia, from 1 August - 25 September 2006.
“I chose this course to enable me to equip myself with basic knowledge in Conservation and Bookbinding. This course will
help me and my country to work more efficiently and effectively in the National Archives of Malawi. Our main problems
are acute shortage of staff and lack of training opportunity. It’s an eye opener to the world of archives and preservation.
Indeed, my country benefited a lot from the course.”
Lok Bahadur Lama, the Computer Operator from Nepal, attended the MTCP/JICA (TCTP) course on Computer Networking
Technology at the Japan-Malaysia Technical Institute, Penang, Malaysia, from 12 June - 8 July 2006.
“The training is fruitful for me and my organization where the networking system is implemented very well in MS
Windows environment. So, I gained technical knowledge in performing day to day work, network administration, and
network security. I’m very interested to learn more about net based programming, the class on PHP and MySQL is
very interesting and useful for me. I really appreciate this course, the co-operation of JICA, and all the instructors and
people involved that had done their job well.”
Phavanha Douangboupha, the Technical Staff from Lao PDR, attended the MTCP/JICA (TCTP) course on Computer
Networking Technology at the Japan-Malaysia Technical Institute, Penang, Malaysia, from 12 June - 8 July 2006.
“From this course, I had gained the technical knowledge in performing day to day work, the knowledge on networking
for future cooperation, and observing current trend of the technology and how it can be applied in organizations.
Nonetheless, I much appreciate the course at JMTI and all the instructors and people involved had done a very good
job in ensuring that we would have a warm stay and at the same absorbed as much knowledge as possible. I am
therefore very grateful for that.”
Thiengtham Keopasith, the Staff of IT Center from Lao PDR, attended the MTCP/JICA (TCTP) course on Computer
Networking Technology at the Japan-Malaysia Technical Institute, Penang, Malaysia, from 12 June - 8 July 2006.
“The training in JMTI was related to my job. I have the chance to improve my job with the knowledge and experiences
I got. The topics in this training were very interesting and would benefit my organization. After I return, I will share all
my knowledge, experience, and new ideas with my colleagues.”
Nadia Cefai, Engineer from Algeria attended the MTCP Training Programme on Halal Standards and Conformance
Infrastructure for OIC Countries at the Department of Standards Malaysia, 7 - 18 August 2006.
“The programme is excellent. Full of interesting knowledge. Help in improving my work.”
Md. Akhtaruzzaman, Deputy Director from Bangladesh attended the MTCP Training Programme on Halal Standards
and Conformance Infrastructure for OIC Countries at the Department of Standards Malaysia, 7 - 18 August 2006.
“The knowledge gained from the training will enable me to introduce Halal Certification programme in my country.”
M. Abul Kalam Azad, Deputy Press Secretary from Bangladesh attended the MTCP Training Programme on
Halal Standards and Conformance Infrastructure for OIC Countries at the Department of Standards Malaysia,
7 - 18 August 2006.
“I have gathered a clear concept on Halal products and its importance in the Muslim world. It will help me to create
more awareness among my country people on Halal.”
Omar Karakoc, Engineer/Laboratory Staff from Turkey attended the MTCP Training Programme on Halal Standards
and Conformance Infrastructure for OIC Countries at the Department of Standards Malaysia, 7 - 18 August 2006.
“The programme is professionally prepared. Very useful and this will make the relationship between Turkey and Malaysia
closer.”
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FEEDBACK FROM OUR READERS
“Very readable. Good format.”
Dilmani Warnasuriya, Sri Lanka
“Informative, Knowledge based and exciting. Well presented and conceptualized newsletter.”
Nesa Drakes, Barbados
“I am delighted to receive this newsletter, however, I think that a section should be dedicated for the technical
minded. More so media related video.”
Shadir Faizul Ali Milton, Guyana
“Edition is informative and attractive. I hope to get the newsletter regularly. I suggest to put more photos.”
Sanat Kumar Neupane, Nepal
“I am very happy to receive this MTCP newsletter. During my short time at the institute I have learnt & experienced
a lot, especially in the field of structural fire fighting. Thank you MTCP & give my love to all the instructors & people
of Malaysia. Say Hi! To my friend Azriel who took us through Indoor fire fighting.”
Piri Urirau, Cook Islands
“There should be an article on the interesting places to visit in your beautiful country. Thanks for a copy of the
newsletter.”
Daniel Njagi Nyaga, Kenya
“The Alumni Newsletter reminds me of the sweet days that I spent in Malaysia (year 2005) and received the honour
to be a member of the MTCP Alumni. The newsletter is very informative. Many thanks to the MTCP, Government
of Malaysia and its People.”
Sohail Akhtar Siddique, Pakistan
“I would like to express my sincere gratitude to you and the staff at the MTCP Newsletter.”
Mohamed Ebrahim AlJeeb, Bahrain
“May, I first of all convey my personal gratitude for sending us the MTCP Alumni Newsletter. Appreciate very much
for it. As a new country, we are proud to represent our country at the MTCP course at ALAM.
Alberto Freitas Pereira, Timor Leste
“It is always nice to have news from the other side of the world. Congratulations for working in this newsletter.”
Klever Alban, Ecuador
“The newsletter will lead us to the next level of networking, as it will keep us abreast of the recent MTCP
programmes and activities and keeping in touch with the MTCP family and fellow participants.”
Ai. O. Orolfo, Philippines
“It is a very useful newsletter especially the training courses which allows the developing countries to grow.”
Refilde Yvoune Keta, Lesotho
“I thank the Government of Malaysia for the opportunity given to me to attend the course on Economic Planning
and Management conducted by INTAN. I hope the knowledge and experience gained here will contribute towards
the development of our departmental activities in Myanmar. I have gained much more knowledge from this edition,
which is also useful to my department. I must express my heartfelt gratitude to the Government of Malaysia and
MTCP.”
Aye Aye Khine, Myanmar
Note: We wish to thank all MTCP alumni who responded to our column. However, due to space constraint we could not feature
everyone. Our appreciation goes to all who answered our call.
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MTCP SHORT-TERM COURSES FOR 2007
ACADEMY OF SCIENCES MALAYSIA (ASM)
Email: nasa@akademisains.gov.my
• Science & Technology Management Training Course for Researchers
in OIC Countries
JUDICIAL AND LEGAL TRAINING INSTITUTE (ILKAP)
Email: ilkap@ilkap.gov.my
• Drafting, Investigation and Prosecution Course for Brunei Darussalam
• Prosecution Course for Prosecutors
• Administration of Justice in Malaysia
23 Apr - 18 May
13 - 17 Aug
29 Oct - 14 Nov
MALAYSIAN INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (MIDA)
Email: mida@mida.gov.my
• Familiarization Programme for Officials of Investment Promotion Agencies
15 - 27 Jul
MALAYSIAN MARITIME ACADEMY (ALAM)
Email: dzalin_hjayub@alam.edu.my
• Emergency Response and Rescue Operation
• Maritime Safety & Security Management
• Marine Environmental Conservation
• Shipping Administration
• Inland Waterways Management
• Transportation of Natural Gas
25 Mar - 7 Apr
6 - 26 May
17 - 30 Jun
Jul - 11 Aug
28 Oct - 17 Nov
2 - 22 Dec
6 - 24 Aug
6 - 24 Aug
MALAYSIAN NATIONAL PRINTERS LIMITED (PNMB)
Email: mtcp@printnasional.com.my
• Printing Technology
30 Jul - 24 Aug
CIVIL AVIATION COLLEGE MALAYSIA (DCA)
Email: cacmal@tm.net.my
• Approach Control (Non-Radar)
• Approach Radar Control
4 June - 17 Aug
4 June - 17 Aug
MALAYSIAN PALM OIL BOARD (MPOB)
Email: aznizan@mpob.gov.my
• 26th Palm Oil Familiarization Programme (POFP)
• 15th Oil Palm Plantation Management Course (OPMC)
24 June - 4 Jul
7 - 13 Dec
COOPERATIVE COLLEGE OF MALAYSIA (MKM)
Email: mkm@mkm.edu.my
• Certificate in Co-operative Management
• Certificate in Co-operative Auditing
• Certificate in Co-operative Human Resource Management
• Certificate in Poverty Reduction Programme
4 - 30 June
4 - 30 June
12 Nov - 8 Dec
12 Nov - 8 Dec
MALAYSIAN TAX ACADEMY (APM)
Email: mansor@hasil.org.my
• Tax Enforcement Course
• General Tax Administration Course
• Tax Treaty Course
14 - 25 May
2 - 20 Jul
22 Oct - 2 Nov
DEPARTMENT OF FISHERIES (DOF)
Email: mtcp@dof.moa.my
• Macrobrachium rosenbergii Aquaculture Management
• Brackishwater Aquaculture Management Course
• Fisheries Management Course
• Shrimp Hatchery Management Course
2 Apr - 17 May
4 June - 18 Jul
1 Jul - 11 Aug
22 Oct - 5 Dec
DEPARTMENT OF IRRIGATION AND DRAINAGE (DID)
Email: halim@water.gov.my
• Flood Mitigation and Stormwater Management
• International Course on Irrigation System Management
22 Oct - 11 Nov
12 Nov - 1 Dec
DEPARTMENT OF VETERINARY SERVICES (DVS)
Email: mtcp@jph.gov.my
• Animal Feed Production and Quality Assurance
• Animal Quarantine Management
• Artificial Breeding in Cattle
• Modern Farming System in Broiler Production
• Modern Farming System in Broiler Production
• HACCP - Based Inspection System
• Information and Communication Technology in Veterinary Services
• Veterinary Laboratory Technologies
• Management of Veterinary Services
23 Jul - 23 Aug
23 Jul - 23 Aug
23 Jul - 23 Aug
23 Jul - 23 Aug
23 Jul - 23 Aug
23 Jul - 23 Aug
23 Jul - 23 Aug
23 Jul - 23 Aug
23 Jul - 23 Aug
CENTRAL BANK OF MALAYSIA (BNM)
Email: beeleng@bnm.gov.my
• Financial Regulators Forum on Islamic Finance
• 2nd Insurance Regulation and Supervision Course
• 6th Banking Supervision Foundation Course
• Islamic Banking and Finance for Central Bankers
• 25th Central Banking Course
27 Aug - 7 Sept
26 - 30 Mar
11 - 22 June
2 - 20 Jul
6 - 17 Aug
10 - 21 Sept
CENTRE FOR FOUNDATION STUDIES AND EXTENSION EDUCATION (FOSEE),
MULTIMEDIA UNIVERSITY
Email: rizal@mmu.edu.my
CENTRE FOR INSTRUCTOR AND ADVANCED SKILL TRAINING (CIAST)
Email: mohdnor@ciast.gov.my
• Plastic Injection Moulding Technology
• Engine Management System for Automative Technology
ENVIRONMENTAL INSTITUTE OF MALAYSIA (EiMAS)
Email: sha@doe.gov.my
• Environmental Management and Pollution Control for OIC and Asia-Pacific Countries
FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT OF MALAYSIA (BOMBA)
Email: latihan@bomba.gov.my
• Road Traffic Accident (RTA) Rescue
• International Sctructural Fire Fighting for Developing Countries
• Technical Rope Rescue (TRR)
2 - 20 Oct
18 - 29 June
20 - 31 Aug
22 Oct - 2 Nov
IKRAM TRAINING AND INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE (ITIDI)
Email: rosliza@ikram.com.my
• International Course on Building Construction & Maintenance for CLMV
3 Apr - 16 May
Countries
• International Course on Integrated Housing Project Development for
22 May - 04 Jul
Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Philippines
• International Course on Road Construction & Maintenance for Kenya, 10 Jul - 22 Aug
Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Somalia, South Africa, Uganda,
Zimbabwe, Libya and Sudan
• International Course on Road Construction & Maintenance for China, 6 Nov - 19 Dec
Timor Leste, Bangladesh, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka
INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Email: noordin_noorliza@yahoo.com.sg
• Epidemiological Intelligence and Management programme (EIMP)
INSTITUTE FOR RURAL ADVANCEMENT (INFRA)
Email: rubiyah@infra.gov.my
• Poverty Alleviation : Localising The Anti-Poverty Agenda – The Malaysian Experience
• Poverty Alleviation : Localising The Anti-Poverty Agenda – The Malaysian Experience
4 - 29 Jun
15 - 28 Jul
12 - 25 Nov
INSTITUTE OF DIPLOMACY AND FOREIGN RELATIONS (IDFR)
Email: vasudiwan@idfr.gov.my
• Diplomatic Training Course for International Participants
• English for Diplomacy (Francophone and Russian
• Crisis Management for International Participants
• Course on Multilateral Diplomacy
• Course on Negotiation for International Participants
• Strategic Analysis for International Participants
• Orientation Course for Heads of Mission from Afghanistan, Iraq & Timor Leste
3 - 23 Apr
23 Apr - 11 May
8 - 29 May
22 May - 11 June
24 Jul - 13 Aug
7 - 28 Aug
23 Ocy – 5 Nov
INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL RESEARCH MALAYSIA (IMR)
Email: seameo@imr.gov.my
• Diploma in Applied Parasitology & Entomology (DAP&E)
• Diploma in Medical Microbiology (DMM)
7 May - 11 Oct
5 Nov -30 Apr 08
INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC POLICY AND MANAGEMENT (INPUMA), UM
Email: inpuma@um.edu.my
• Peace Building and Human Security for Timor Leste Senior Officials
2 - 14 Apr
• International Politics and Economics for CLMV Public Officials V
14 - 26 May
• Effective Capacity Building for Senior Sudanese Officials V
13 - 25 Aug
• Multicultural Nation Building for Senior Afghan Officials
12 - 24 Nov
INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGES TEACHER TRAINING INSTITUTE (IPBA)
Email: ipba@streamyx.com
• Developing Classroom Skill I
• Exploring Language Teaching Through Literature
• The Reflective Practitioner
• Developing Classroom Skill II
• English for Effective Communication I
• English for Effective Communication II
• Integrating ICT into Language Teaching
• Testing and Evaluation in Second Language Teaching
26 Mar - 13 Apr
26 Mar - 13 Apr
23 Apr - 18 May
30 Apr - 18 May
2 - 27 Jul
2 - 27 Jul
3 - 28 Sept
3 - 28 Sept
MULTIMEDIA COLLEGE (MMC)
Email: azwanhak@tm.com.my
• Computing and Evaluation on Networking for CLMV
• Advanced Computing & Mobile & Satellite Communications System for CLMV
• Managing Network & Mastering Technology to Create Digital
Environment for CLMV
• Computing and Evaluation on Networking
• Advanced Computing and Mobile and Satellite Communications System
• Managing Network and Mastering Technology to Create Digital
Environment
2 - 29 May
2 - 29 May
2 - 29 May
6 Nov - 1 Dec
6 Nov - 1 Dec
6 Nov - 1 Dec
NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF MALAYSIA
Email: edu@arkib.gov.my
• Course in Records Management
• Course in Conservation and Bookbinding
14 Jul - 16 Sept
14 Jul - 16 Sept
NATIONAL AUDIT ACADEMY
Email: mtcp@audit.gov.my
• Performance Audit
• ICT Auditing
14 - 25 May
19 - 30 Nov
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION (INTAN)
Email: mtcp@intanbk.intan.my
• Leadership and Organisational Management
• Human Resource Management in the Public Sector
• Information Technology Management in the Public Sector
• Quality Service in the Public Sector
• Project Planning and Management
• Training Methodology
• Managing Privatisation
• Integrated Environmental Planning and Management
• Managing Agricultural Systems
• Strategic Management
• Developing Multimedia Applications for Managers
• Information Technology Management in the Public Sector • Urban Planning and Management
• Economic Planning and Management
• ASEAN Case Study Workshop
• Senior Executive Development Programme
29 Mar - 27 Apr
29 Mar - 27 Apr
29 Mar - 27 Apr
29 Mar - 27 Apr
29 Mar - 27 Apr
26 Mar - 27 Apr
2 - 30 Aug
2 - 30 Aug
2 - 30 Aug
2 - 30 Aug
2 - 30 Aug
1 - 30 Nov
1 - 30 Nov
1 - 30 Nov
1 - 30 Nov
1 - 30 Nov
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF VALUATION (INSPEN)
Email: mtcp@inspen.gov.my
• International Certificate Course in Property Valuation
• International Certificate Course in Property Taxation
• International Certificate Course: IT in Real Estate Business
• International Certificate Course: Valuation of Special Properties
28 Mar – 28 May
28 Mar – 28 May
28 Mar – 28 May
28 Mar – 28 May
NATIONAL LIBRARY OF MALAYSIA
Email: bl@pnm.my
• Workshop on Leadership Development for Directors of National
Libraries in Developing Countries
• Basic Course for Library Assistants
• Library Visits / Attachments
Apr
Jun
Jun
NATIONAL PRODUCTIVITY CORPORATION (NPC)
Email: omar@npc.org.my / marzuki@npc.org.my / zainuri@npc.org.my
• Systems Development for Small and Medium Enterprises Programme
• Work Study for Productivity Improvement Programme
14 May – 30 Jun
14 May – 30 Jun
PETRONAS MANAGEMENT TRAINING SDN. BHD. (PMTSB)
Email: shamot@petronas.com.my
• Breakthrough Supervisory Techniques in Oil, Gas and Petrochemical
Industry for ASEAN Countries
• Maintenance and Safety in the Oil, Gas and Petrochemical Industry for
Sudan, Egypt, Oman, Ethiopia, Yemen and Mozambique
• Technical Training for Engineers from CLMV, Timor Leste and Indonesia
in the Oil, Gas and Petrochemical Industry
11 – 24 Jun
15 Jul –11 Aug
11 - 24 Nov
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION SDN. BHD. (PSDC)
Email: mustazah@mypsdc.com / steven@mypsdc.com
• Training Programme on Mixed Development for Cambodia & Indonesia
5 - 16 Mar
• Training Programme on ICT for Cambodia
5 - 16 Mar
• Training Programme on Resorts for Maldives
5 - 16 Mar
• Training Programme on Mixed Development for Iran, Libya & Saudi
30 Apr - 11 May
• Training Programme on Management Consultancy for Libya
30 Apr - 11 May
• Training Prog. on Legal for Bangladesh, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR & Saudi 26 Jun - 6 Jul
• Training Prog. on Water Resources for Bangladesh, Indonesia, Iran & Saudi
26 Jun - 6 Jul
• Training Programme on Highways for Iran, Lao PDR & Saudi
20 - 30 Aug
• Training Prog. on Independent Power Producer for Indonesia, Iran & Lao PDR
20 - 30 Aug
ROYAL CUSTOMS ACADEMY MALAYSIA (AKMAL)
Email: wahid@customs.gov.my / cic_akmalm@yahoo.com
• Training Management (International) Course
26 Feb – 9 Mar
• Commercial Fraud (International) Course
2-12 Apr
• Attachment Program (Customized for CLMV Customs Administrations) 11-23 Jun
Senior Officers of Customs Study-Tour on Customs’ Automation
• Narcotic Identification & Narcotic Law Enforcement (International) Course
2-14 Jul
• Passenger Examination (International) Course
30 Jul – 11 Aug
• Attachment Program (Customized for CLMV Customs Administrations)
27 Aug – 8 Sept
on CEPT Products & Procedures
SECURITIES INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT CENTRE (SIDC), SECURITIES COMMISSION
Email: shamini@seccom.com.my / hadi@seccom.com.my
• Islamic Markets Programme
1-6 Jul
• Emerging Markets Programme
17-23 Nov
SIRIM BERHAD
Email: mtcp@sirim.my
• International Workshop on Standards and Quality
• Training Programme On Industrial Chemical Safety Management For
Small Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs)
• International Training Program on Industrial Automation for Sustainable
Development
• International Training Programme on Quality Improvement Framework
for SME Development for Developing Countries
• International Training Programme on Enhancing Competitiveness Through CAD/CAM Applications
• Cleaner production Technology for Sustainable Industrial Development
• Senior Management Programme on Managing RTOs
• Training Programme on Total Quality Management for Developing Countries
TUN ABDUL RAZAK BROADCASTING INSTITUTE (IPTAR)
Email: dali@rtm.net.my
• Digital Radio Studio
• Video Editing System
• Production of Jingle and Public Services Announcement
• TV Production and Direction for TV Producers and Directors
12-25 Aug
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Email: fatimahn@doa.gov.my
• Extension Methodology with Special Focus on Business and Production Planning
for ASEAN Countries
DEPARTMENT OF VETERINARY SERVICES (DVS)
• Training Programme on Diagnosis of Avian Influenza at Source
• Training Programme on Worksyhop on Policy & Strategy in Prevention, Control &
Eradication of Avian Influenza in South East Asian Region
12-25 Aug
12-25 Aug
12-25 Aug
ENVIRONMENT INSTITUTE OF MALAYSIA (EiMAS)
Email: mtcp-eimas@doe.gov.my
• Waste Water Treatment in Food Industry for CLMV Countries
17-30 Jun
17-30 Jun
17-30 Jun
17-30 Jun
17-30 Jun
INSTITUTE OF RURAL ADVANCEMENT (INFRA) & DEPARTMENT OF
AGRICULTURE (DOA)
Email: yusmazy@infra.gov.my / yusmazy@yahoo.com
• Sustainable Rural Development and Poverty Alleviation: The Malaysian Experience
Jul
Jul
Jul
Jul
MTCP/OIC SHORT-TERM COURSES FOR 2007
DEPARTMENT OF STANDARDS MALAYSIA (DSM)
Email: shahnaz@dsm.gov.my
• Training Programme on Halal Standards and Conformance Infrastructure 6-17 Aug
MALAYSIA EXTERNAL TRADE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (MATRADE)
Email: jamaliah@matrade.gov.my
• Sharing of Malaysia’s Experience in Trade Promotion
MTCP/TCTP SHORT-TERM COURSES FOR 2007
CENTRE FOR INSTRUCTOR AND ADVANCED SKILL TRAINING (CIAST)
Email: mohdnor@ciast.gov.my / mohdnoorjunita@yahoo.com
• Vocational Training Methodology
12-18 Nov
NATIONAL PRODUCTIVITY CORPORATION (NPC)
Email: omar@npc.org.my / marzuki@npc.org.my / zainuri@npc.org.my
• Training Course on Promotion of Organizational Excellence and
22-27 Oct
Competitiveness for OIC Countries
• Enhancement of Knowledge and Capacity Building for Human Resource for OIC 5 Nov-21 Dec
ROYAL CUSTOMS ACADEMY MALAYSIA (AKMAL)
Email: wahid@customs.gov.my / cic_akmalm@yahoo.com
• Attachment Programme (Customized for Members of the Organization - OIC):
Sharing Good Practices on Customs Procedures and Facilitation
7-19 M
SMALL AND MEDIUM INDUSTRIES DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (SMIDEC)
Email: ismas@smidec.gov.my / murniati@smidec.gov.my
• Training Programme for Women Entrepreneurs among OIC Member Countries
• Training Programme for Officials from Agencies Responsible for SME Dev.
14-25 May
19-30 Nov
6 - 24 Aug
25 Feb - 24 Mar
NA
NA
20 - 30 Aug
8 - 28 Apr
MALAYSIAN TAX ACADEMY (APM)
Email: mansor@hasil.org.my
• Tax Treaties Course for CLMV Countries
28 Nov - 7 Dec
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION (INTAN)
Email: rajashamir@intanbk.intan.my
• Environmental Protection for CLMV Countries and Timor Leste
16 - 27 Jul
NATIONAL PRODUCTIVITY CORPORATION (NPC)
Email: omar@npc.org.my / marzuki@npc.org.my / zainuri@npc.org.my
• Promotion and Management of Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs) for CLMV
Countries
• Best Practices for Business Excellence for CLMV Countries
SIRIM Berhad & MULTIMEDIA COLLEGE (MMC)
• Policy Framework for SME Development
5 Feb - 19 Mar
16 Jul - 30 Aug
NA
Note:
The list is subject to change.
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