INTRADE Malaysia 2007, 12 – 15 November 2007

MASSA participated in the International Trade Malaysia 2007 Exhibition (INTRADE Malaysia 2007) organised by MATRADE at the MATRADE Exhibition and Convention Centre (MECC), Menara MATRADE, Kuala Lumpur. With its theme, “Fostering Business Collaborations”, this international exhibition attracted 366 companies from 49 countries covering 37 industries ranging from agro-based and bio-tech products, automotive, education, electrical and electronics, food and beverages, giftware, jewellery, textile, palm oil and oleo products.

On 13 and 14 November, MATRADE hosted the Incoming Buying Mission (IBM) programme which was attended by more than 900 international buyers from around the world. One-to-one meetings between Malaysian and foreign businessmen were also held during this time.

In conjunction with this international trade exhibition, MATRADE also organised the Kuala Lumpur International Trade Forum (KLITF) on 12 November 2007 which was attended by 800 participants.

This exhibition provided an opportunity for the Malaysian business community to further develop business linkages for trade, investments and bilateral cooperation with the international business community.

Cross Border Investment Seminar on Nigeria, 15 November 2007

In conjunction with the visit of high level officials from the Federal Republic in Nigeria to Malaysia, the Nigeria High Commission of the Federal Republic of Nigeria co-organised the Seminar on “Business and Investment Opportunities in Nigeria” with MIDA and MASSA at MATRADE Hall, Kuala Lumpur for MASSA members.

Mr Ibrahim Hamidu, Trade Counsellor from the Nigeria High Commission in Malaysia delivered the Welcome Remarks with Address by Engr. Mustafa Bello, Executive Secretary/CEO, Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC).

The Honourable Senator Sanusi Daggash, Minister/Chairman National Planning Commission, Nigeria delivered the Keynote Address. The panel of speakers at this seminar were The Honourable Ademola Seriki, Minister of State for Agriculture, Nigeria, The Honourable Alh. Ahmed Mohammed Gusau, Minister of State, Ministry of Mines and Steel Development, Nigeria, Engr. Mustafa Bello, FNSE Executive Secretary/CEO, Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC), Nigeria, Mr Reginald Ihejiahi, Managing Director, Fidelity Bank Plc, Nigeria and Mr Sina A. Agboluaja, Managing Director/CEO, Nigerian Export Processing Zones Authority, Nigeria. One-to-one business meetings were held between Malaysian and Nigerian businessmen at the end of the seminar. 105 participants from 74 Malaysian companies attended this seminar.

 Talk by Mr Jean-Francois Couve, Managing Director of L’Oréal Malaysia, 14 November 2007

Continuing with MASSA’s collaboration with the French Foreign Trade Advisors of Malaysia or Conseillers du Commerce Exterieur de la France (CCEs), Mr Jean-Francois Couve, Managing Director of L’Oréal Malaysia gave a very interesting presentation to MASSA members and guests on 14 November 2007. It was held at the premises of L’Oréal Malaysia in Petaling Jaya.

The presentation highlighted:
L’Oréal is the global leader in cosmetics, with 19 global brands focusing on five key areas of expertise: hair care, hair colour, skin care, make-up and fragrances. These global brands include L’Oréal Professional, Kerastase, Redken, Matrix, L’Oréal Paris, Garnier, Maybelline, Softsheen, Carson, Lancôme, Biotherm, Helena Rubinstein, Giorgio Armani, Ralph Lauren, Cacharel, Kiehl’s, Shu Uemura, Vichy, La Roche-Posay and The Body Shop.

L’Oréal has 14 research centres and 13 evaluation centres across the globe reflecting its commitment to research development and innovations, marketing and branding strategies in different countries reflecting different preferences due to diverse ethnicities, as well as brand positioning.

Truly a Global Company!

Visit by Mr Alain Boehm, Expert, Head of South East Asia, ECTI, France, 19 November 2007

Mr Alain Boehm, Expert, Head of South East Asia, ECTI, France visited MASSA. ECTI is an independent, non-profit making, state approved association which was created in 1974 for French senior volunteers to provide their expertise and services to SMEs, Government departments, international organisations, etc.

Lunch meeting hosted by H.E. Mr Mpumelelo J.N. Hlope, High Commissioner of the Kingdom of Swaziland to Malaysia, 22 November 2007

Lunch meeting hosted by H.E. Mr Mpumelelo J.N. Hlope, High Commissioner of the Kingdom of Swaziland to Malaysia at the Bankers Club, Kuala Lumpur.

Networking Evening with Malaysia Australia Business Council (MABC), 29 November 2007

A Networking Evening for MASSA members was organised by MASSA and the Malaysia Australia Business Council (MABC) at the Australian High Commission, Jalan Yap Kwan Seng, Kuala Lumpur.

Visit of Mauritanian Visitors to Malaysia, 1 – 5 December 2007

Mr Isselmou Ould Tajedine, President of the Bank for Business and Industry (BCI) of Mauritania and Mr Ben Chekroun, General Manager of Sinergie visited Malaysia from 1 – 5 December 2007. The purpose of their visit was to explore business opportunities and to develop partnerships with Malaysian firms in the various sectors, i.e. oil & gas, banking, insurance, infrastructure development, agro processing, etc.

MASSA facilitated this visit by organising meetings with Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS), AmIslamic Bank, Bina Puri Holdings Berhad, Ranhill Berhad and Alami Vegetable Oil Products Sdn Bhd.