33rd ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM) and Associated Meetings 5 – 9 October 2015, Grand Hyatt Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia “Powering ASEAN towards a Greener Community” GENERAL INFORMATION 1. DATE AND VENUE The 33rd ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM) and associated meetings will be held from 5 to 9 October 2015 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. (Please see Attachment 1 - Tentative Programme of the Meetings – for details) The 2015 ASEAN Energy Business Forum (AEBF) and relevant events will be in conjunction with the above meetings. Details administrative arrangement for the Forum is provided separately. All meetings and events will be held at: Grand Hyatt Hotel Address: 12 Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 50450 Phone: +60 3 2182 1234 Fax: +60 3 2182 1288 Website: kualalumpur.grand@hyatt.com 2. DELEGATIONS The 33rd AMEM and Associated Meetings will be attended by delegates from ASEAN Member States, ASEAN Dialogue Partners, ASEAN Secretariat, ACE, HAPUA, ASCOPE, IEA, ERIA, and other invited guest parties/international organisations. 3. PRE REGISTRATION Delegates are requested to complete and return the Meeting Registration Form (Attachment 2) to the address indicated in the Form no later than 28 August 2015 for logistic arrangements. Kindly address your duly filled-in Forms through email or fax: Emails: zulhilmi@st.gov.my; zulazri@st.gov.my; mazhar @kettha.gov.my; aminah.mohammed@kettha.gov.my Fax: +603-8881-1249 Should there are queries related with registration matters, kindly contact the following officer(s) in charge: Name: Muhd Azhar Sallehen @ Salihin Email: mazhar@kettha.gov.my Phone/mobile: +603-8883-6234/ +60 14-6624649 Name: Azuwan bin Azahar Email: azuwan.azahar@kettha.gov.my Phone/mobile: +603-8883-6345/+60 17-2054877 4. HOTEL/ACCOMMODATION Delegates are responsible for making their own accommodation and hotel booking directly to the hotel of delegation’s preference. Each delegate shall be responsible for hotel costs including room charges, cancellation fee, telephone/fax/telex and other services provided by the Hotel. Kindly fill up the Hotel Reservation Form (attachment 3) and send to the preferred hotel no later than 28 August 2015 and cc the following officers in charge: Name: Madam Wan Roslina binti Wan Abdullah Email: roslina.abdullah@kettha.gov.my Phone/mobile: +603-8883-6171/+60 12-2694446 Name: Ms Norhaiza bt Omar Email: norhaiza@kettha.gov.my Phone/mobile: +603-8883- 3712/+60 1 Name: Madam Aminah Binti Mohammed Email: aminah.mohammed@kettha.gov.my Phone/mobile: +603-8883-6199/ +60 12-7244540 As alternative to the Grand Hyatt Hotel, the following hotels located nearby the Meeting venue are recommended: IMPIANA KLCC HOTEL 13, Jalan Pinang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur,Malaysia Telephone: +60(3) 2147 1111 Fax: +60(3) 2147 1100 NOVOTEL KUALA LUMPUR CITY CENTRE 2 Jalan Kia Peng, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Manager In-charge: Mr. Karamjit Singh General Line: +60 3-2147 0888 Fax: +60 3-2147 0820 Email: H6324-RE1@accor.com LE APPLE BOUTIQUE HOTEL (KLCC) SDN.BHD. (963265-D) No.160, Jalan Ampang, 50450, Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia . Tel : +6 03 2179 3777 Fax : +6 03 2179 3666 THE ZON ALL SUITES RESIDENCES ON THE PARK 161-D Jalan Ampang 50450 Kuala Lumpur Tel : +063-2164 8000 Fax : +603-2164 1000 Email : elly@zonhotel.com.my Delegates are welcome to stay in other hotels if so desired but the regular shuttle services will be provided between the Meeting venue and Designated/ Panel Hotels. Should there are queries related with hotel/accommodation matters, kindly contact the above following officer(s) in charge. 5. COURTESSY ACCOMMODATION Courtesy (complimentary) accommodations will be borne by the Host Country during the official meetings for Ministers (or his/her representatives) of ASEAN Member States and Dialogue Partners, Secretary-General /Deputy SecretaryGeneral of ASEAN, ASEAN & Dialogue Partner SOE Leaders and Head of Delegation of the ASEAN Secretariat, ACE, HAPUA and ASCOPE. Other personal expenses shall be on personal account. 6. TRANSPORTATION Courtesy pick-up/ airport transfer to all delegates will be provided. Regular shuttle services will be provided between the Meeting venue and Designated/ Panel Hotels. Shuttle services are not provided for personal use. 7. COURTESSY TRANSPORTATION A courtesy vehicle will be provided for the Minister of Energy of ASEAN Member State and Dialogue Partner. Should the Minister is being represented by his/her Deputy, a designated vehicle will be provided for the same. For reasons of security, it is mandatory to use the designated vehicle for movement purposes. A courtesy vehicle will also be provided for Senior Official on Energy (SOE) Leader of ASEAN Member States and Dialogue Partner; Head of Delegate of the ASEAN Secretariat, HAPUA, ASCOPE, AERN; and Executive Director of the ASEAN Centre for Energy. Coaches will be provided for certain programmed events. 8. LIAISON OFFICERS AND PERSONAL SECURITY OFFICERS A Liaison Officer (LO) and a Personal Security Officer (PSO) will be assigned to each of the ASEAN Energy Ministers, the Dialogue Partner Energy Ministers and Secretary General of ASEAN (or his Deputy Secretary General). A LO will also be assigned to the: a) the ASEAN Senior Officer on Energy (SOE) Leader; b) the Dialogue Partners SOE Leader; c) Head of Delegate of the ASEAN Secretariat; d) Executive Director of the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE); and e) Head of Delegate of HAPUA & ASCOPE The LO will be the channel of communication between the Delegation and the 33rd AMEM Secretariat. In the interest of security, delegations are requested to keep their respective PSOs and LOs informed of the movement of their charges should they decide to have privately arranged programs. 9. SECURITY The Royal Malaysian Police (RMP) will be responsible for the security of all delegations throughout the duration of the meeting. The Government of Malaysia will assign a PSO only to the : a) the ASEAN Energy Ministers; b) the Dialogue Partner Energy Ministers; and c) Secretary General of ASEAN. The Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and KLIA 2 will operate normally on the days of arrival and departure for all delegates. The RMP will enforce strict security measures at both airports throughout. Vehicles used in official motorcades and coaches are subject to strict security inspection before being delivered for use by the Ministers/ Senior Officers and will be kept under permanent guard to avoid any possible interference. The Meeting venue will be subject to rigorous security checks. Only accredited persons with official meeting passes will have access to the meeting areas. Temporary Importation of Firearms and Radio Communication Devices: By the Laws and Regulations of Malaysia, Personal Security Officer(s) of ASEAN/Dialogue Partners Energy Ministers, who wish to bring firearms and radio communication devices into Malaysia, must obtain a permit in advance through the diplomatic channel. No firearms are allowed to be used in public or be brought to the meeting rooms. 10. DISTRIBUTION OF DOCUMENTS Each delegation will be provided 2 documents kits for each meeting. The rest of the delegates are requested to print their own copies. 11. AIRPORT FACILITATION The arrival of the Energy Ministers and delegations at KLIA will be protocol assisted. Staff of Diplomatic Missions who require access to the VIP facilities so as to receive their Ministers should submit their request to the AMEM-33 Secretariat in advance. Assistance on customs, immigration and baggage clearance (tagged luggage) will be provided by the AMEM-33 Secretariat permanently based at both KLIA and KLIA2. The Ministers and delegates will proceed to the Designated Hotels in the vehicles provided. All baggage’s are subject to security screening and will be marked accordingly. 12. MEDICAL FACILITIES All Delegates will have access to medical services which is made available in the vicinity of the grand Hyatt Hotel. The Government of Malaysia will only provide primary and outpatients treatment at the clinics. Severe cases will be referred to the nearest Government health care facilities.. Medical facilities do not include medical check-ups and dental treatment. Delegates wishing to undergo a medical check-up or to obtain dental treatment should make their own arrangements with the many available private hospitals and dental clinics at their own expense. Medical teams will be made available 24/7 during the whole duration of the meeting as well as during all outdoor excursions. 13. HEALTH ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Yellow Fever vaccination is mandatory for Delegates who have visited the designated Yellow Fever infected countries within a month prior to the date of their arrival to Malaysia. List of infected countries: Africa Angola Benin Burkina Faso Burundi Cameroon Central African Republic Chad Congo Cote d’Ivoire Democratic Republic of the Congo Equatorial Guinea Ethiopia Kenya Liberia Mali Niger Nigeria Rwanda Sao Tome and Principe Senegal Sierra Leone Somalia Sudan Togo Uganda United Republic of Tanzania Gabon Gambia Ghana Guinea Guinea-Bissau Latin America Bolivia Brazil Colombia Ecuador French Guiana Zambia Guyana Panama Peru Suriname Venezuela 14. CURRENCY Malaysian Currency known as Ringgit Malaysia with the symbol MYR for International while symbol RM for local use. Bank notes comes with domination of RM1,5,10,20,50 and 100. Coin domination 5 cents, 10 cents, 20 cents and 50 cents. Other conversion rates may be obtained from the Malaysian Central Bank website (http://www.bnm.gov.my). 15. VISA AND ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Every person entering Malaysia must possess a valid Passport or internationally recognized Travel Document valid. The document shall be valid, for more than six (6) months from the date of entry into Malaysia. Visa is not required for a stay of less than one (1) month for ASEAN nationals except Myanmar. Visas are required for duration of stay exceeds (1) month except for Brunei and Singapore nationals. 16. WEATHER & CLIMATE Malaysia weather benefits from a tropical climate with high temperatures and high humidity throught out the year. Daytime temperature rise above 30°C (86°F) yearround and night-time temperatures rarely drop below 20°C (68°F). 17. ELECTRICAL PLUG/OUTLET AND VOLTAGE INFORMATION Voltage: 220-240 Volts (U.S./Canada are 110-120 Volts) Primary Socket Type: British BS-1363 Multi-voltage appliances (laptops, etc.): Plug adapter 110-120V electronics: Plug adapter + step-down transformer Hair dryers, curling irons, etc.: Plug adapter + voltage converter 18. INTERESTING PLACES IN KUALA LUMPUR a) Petronas Twin Towers It’s soaring to a height of 451.9 metres, the 88 storey twin structure in Kuala Lumpur’s crown jewel. Majestic by day and dazzling by night, the PETRONAS Twin Towers was inspired by Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s vision for Malaysia to be a global player. Other attractions in KLCC are Suria Shopping Complex, Petronas Philharmonic Hall, Petronas Art Gallery, Aquaria Ocenarium, KLCC Park and Petrosains Discovery Centre. b) Kuala Lumpur Old Railway Station British built several beautiful building in Kuala Lumpur during they rule Malaysia. One of the beautiful building still standing until today after 100 years is Kuala Lumpur Railway Old Station. Fully complete in 1910 with the cost about RM23000, the designer A.B Hubback took an effort to combine a few type of architecture designed such Neo Moorish and Mughal as the main element in the building. c) Malaysia National Museum Malaysia National Museum was built on the former site of Selangor Museum had collapsed due to bombardment by alliances air forces during the second world war. Shortly after Malaysia gained independence from the British government had appointed an architect named Mr. Ho Kok Hoe to design a museum that has a design like an old Malay palace. The new Museum was officially opened in 31 August 1963 after 4 years construction. The Malaysia National Museum, consisting of the a large central entrance hall flanked by two exhibition wings, is given the appearance of being raised above the ground on piles. The gable of the entry hall features the Tebar Layar a two part, sloping ventilation space. Below this, the window and decorative panels are based on traditional open work wood carving. The murals illustrating Malaysian historical events and culture in the style of batik painting complete the decoration of the 362 foot long main façade. Museum Opening Time: 900am – 6.00pm daily d) Our King Exhibition at Old National Palace One of the newest attractions in Kuala Lumpur is Our King Exhibition held in old National Palace. The exhibition, which is operated by the Department of Museums Malaysia was originally only for the period from 15 April to 15 June 2012 has been extended into a permanent exhibition. This exhibition shows the uniqueness of the Monarchy System practiced in Malaysia where the Sultan was elected become a King also known as Yang Dipertuan Agong by rotation system. Here, also the visitors get to see the profile of all 12 Sultan who had become the King, but the emphasis given to the current Yang Dipertuan Agong Almu’tasimu Billahi Muhibbuddin Tuanku Alhaj Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah Ibni Almarhum Sultan Badlishah from state of Kedah. e) Central Market Kuala Lumpur Central Market Kuala Lumpur is located just a few meters from the Klang River in the heart of Kuala Lumpur city centre. At the beginning of its initiation in 1888, Central Market functions as a wet market, to supply of daily goods for tin miners around Kuala Lumpur and Ampang. It location close to river facilitate delivery of essential goods from Klang, Klang is the former capital city for Selangor. In 1930s, Central Market through a process of renovation, the permanent building as what we see today was build. Due the rapid development of Kuala Lumpur, 1970s Central Market survive from been demolished due intervention by Malaysian Heritage Society to preserved Central Market as Heritage Site. In 1985, Central Market Kuala Lumpur has transformed to have a new look and extension building was built at the back of Centrel Market in 1986. Using a Hawkers concept, today Central Market Kuala Lumpur playing a role to introduce local industry such arts and craft to local and foreign tourist. f) Bukit Bintang Featured as the world’s fourth best shopping city, Kuala Lumpur is indeed a shopper’s paradise. This place will leave one spoilt for choice with its abundant fashion, food and entertainment options. There is a huge selection of local and international brands available across nine signature malls within the area. 19. List of Embassies in Malaysia: ASEAN COUNTRIES i) BRUNEI High Commissioner H.E. Dato Paduka Haji Alaihuddin Bin Pehin Orang Kaya Digadong Seri Lela Dato Seri Utama Haji Awang Mohd Taha Address HIGH COMMISSION OF BRUNEI DARUSSALAM Chancery : Suite 19-01, 19th Floor, Menara Tan & Tan Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala Lumpur Tel. : 03-2161 2800/ 2828 (Visa) ext. 124 Fax. : 03-2163 1302/2161 1810 Email : bhckl@brucomkul.com.my Office : Monday-Friday; Hours 8.30 am – 12.30 pm, 1.30 pm – 4.30 pm ii) CAMBODIA Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary H.R.H. Princess Samdech Reach Botrei Preah Anoch NORODOM ARUNRASMY Address ROYAL EMBASSY OF CAMBODIA Chancery : No. 46, Jalan U-Thant 55000 Kuala Lumpur Tel. : 03-4257 1150/3711 Fax. : 03-4257 1157/4251 5771 Email : camemb.mys@mfa.gov.kh Office : Monday- Friday; Hours 9.00 am – 5.00 pm iii) INDONESIA Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary H.E. Air Chief Marshal (Rtd) Herman Prayitno Address EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA Chancery: 233 Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala Lumpur Tel. : 03-2116 4017/ 4016 Fax. : 03-2141 7908 / 2142 3878 Email : info@kbrikualalumpur.org Website: www.kbrikualalumpur.org Office : Monday – Friday; Hours 9.00 am - 5.00 pm iv) LAOS Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary H.E. Khamphan Anlavan Address EMBASSY OF THE LAO PEOPLE'S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC Chancery : No. 7 Jalan Mesra, Off Jalan Damai 55000 Kuala Lumpur Tel. : 03-2148 7059 Fax : 03-2145 0080 Office : Monday- Friday; Hours 9.00 am – 12.00 pm, 2.00 pm – 5.00 pm v) MYANMAR Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary H.E. U Zaw Myint Address EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE UNION OF MYANMAR Chancery : No.8 (C), Jalan Ampang Hilir 55000 Kuala Lumpur Tel. : 03-4251 6355 / 4251 5595 / 4251 4455 Fax. : 03-4251 3855 Email : myanmarembassykl@gmail.com Website: www.myanmarembassy-kl.org Office : Monday – Friday; Hours 9.30 am - 5.30 pm vi) PHILIPPINES Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary H.E. J. Eduardo Malaya Address EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES Chancery : No. 1, Changkat Kia Peng, 50450 Kuala Lumpur Tel. : 03-2148 4233/ 9989/ 6528 03-2148 4654/ 4682/ 6538 Fax : 03-2148 3576 Duty Officer: 017-3475487 Email : kualalumpur.pe@dfa.gov.ph webmaster@philembassykl.org.my klpe_malaysia@yahoo.com Website : www.philembassykl.org.my Facebook : www.facebook.com/PhlembassyKL Office: Monday – Friday; Hours: 8:00 am – 12:00 noon, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm vii) SINGAPORE High Commissioner H.E. Vanu Gopala Menon Address HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF SINGAPORE Chancery: 209 Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala Lumpur (Temporary premises): Level 15, West Wing, The Icon, No. 1, Jalan 1/68F Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala Lumpur Tel. : 03-2161 6277 Fax : 03-2161 6343 (Main Fax) 03-2163 4875 (Administration) 03-2164 1013 (Consular) Email : singhc_kul@sgmfa.gov.sg Website: www.mfa.gov.sg/kualalumpur Office : Monday-Friday Hours 8.30 am – 1.00 pm, 2.00 pm – 5.00 pm viii) THAILAND Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary H.E. Damrong Kraikruan Address ROYAL THAI EMBASSY Chancery : 206 Jalan Ampang 50450 Kuala Lumpur Tel. : 03-2148 8350/ 8420 (Chancery) 03-2143 2125/ 2127 (Consular) Fax : 03-2148 6527/6615 (Chancery) 03-2148 6573 (Consular) Email : thaikula@mfa.go.th (Chancery) consular@thaibizmalay.com (Visa Enquiries) Office : Monday - Friday Hours 9.00 am - 1.00 pm; 1.00 pm – 5.00 pm ix) VIETNAM Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary H.E. Pham Cao Phong Address EMBASSY OF THE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET NAM Chancery : No. 4, Persiaran Stonor 50450 Kuala Lumpur Tel. : 03 - 2148 4036 /21410709 (Chancery) 03 - 21411817/21484534 (Consular) 03 - 214146 92 (Trade) Fax : 03-2148 3270 / 2141 2973 (Chancery) 03 - 21636334 (Consular) 03 - 21414696 (Trade) Email : vnemb.my@mofa.gov.vn Website: www.vietnamembassy-malaysia.org Office : Monday- Friday Hours 9.00 am - 12.00 noon, 2.00 pm - 4.30 pm DIALOGUE PARTNERS x) UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Ambassador H.E Joseph Y. Yun Address: Embassy of the United States Kuala Lumpur 376 Jalan Tun Razak 50400 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Telephone: 60-3-2168-4997 Fax: 60-3-2148-5801 Email: klacs@state.gov Xi) PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary H.E. Huang Huikang Address: 229, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Tel: 00603-21428495(Administration) 21636815(Consular and Visa Affairs, extention: 102, 103, 104) 21416093(Culture and Education) 42513555(Economy and Business) Emergency Tel: 006-0123720197 (ONLY FOR EMERGENCY) Fax: 00603-21414552(Administration) 21636809(Consular and Visa Affairs) 21429368(Culture and Education) 42513233(Economy and Business) Xii) REPUBLIC OF KOREA Ambassador of the Republic of Korea H.E Cho Byungjae Address No. 9 & 11, Jalan Nipah, Off Jalan Ampang, 55000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia TEL: (603) 4251-2336 FAX: (603) 4252-1425 E-Mail: korem-my@mofa.go.kr xiv) RUSSIAN FEDERATION Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary H.E. Valery N. Yermolov Address: No.263, Jalan Ampang 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia E-mail: rusembmalaysia@yandex.ru Hours of operation: Monday 08.00-13.00, 14.00-17.00 hours Tuesday to Friday 08.00-13.00, 14.00-16.00 xv) JAPAN Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary H.E. Makio Miyagawa Address No.11, Persiaran Stonor, Off Jalan Tun Razak, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Tel: 03-2177 2600 (General) Fax : 03-2167 2314 E-mail Address :jis@kl.mofa.go.jp xvi) INDIA High Commissioner H.E. Shri T.S. Tirumurti Address The High Commission of India Level 28, Menara 1 Mon't Kiara, No. 1, Jalan Mon't Kiara, 50480, Kuala Lumpur Tel: (00-603) 6205 2350 , 6205 2351, 6205 2352,6205 2353 & 6205 2354 Fax: (00-603) 6143 1173 Working hours: 0900 hours to 1730 hours (Monday to Friday) Website: www.indianhighcommission.com.my xvii) AUSTRALIA High Commissioner H.E. Rod Smith Address: The Australian High Commission No 6, Jalan Yap Kwan Seng, 50450 Kuala Lumpur General line: 603 2146 5555 General fax: 603 2141 5773 General opening hours: 8:30am to 4:30pm from Monday to Friday xviii) NEW ZEALAND High Commissione H.E. Dr. John Anton Subritzky Address New Zealand High Commission Level 21, Menara IMC, 8 Jalan Sultan Ismail 50250 Kuala Lumpur Telephone: (+60 3) 2078 2533 Facsimile: (+60 3) 2078 0387 E-mail: nzhcklenquiries@mfat.govt.nz