The two-day workshop also involved the Maritime Institute of Malaysia (MIMA) and the National Security Council (MKN).

At the opening of the workshop, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment Sabah, Datuk Seri Panglima Masidi Manjun said the Economic Development and Investment Authority (SEDIA) would continue to attract investment to the Sabah Development Corridor (SDC) despite the challenging economic situation.

“More efforts will be done with emphasis on improving the efficiency of the logistics sector by enhancing infrastructure related to land integration including water and air services,” he said.

His speech was read by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister, Datuk Ginun Yangus.

He also added that the discussion and research on the economic sector in the ESSZONE area should continue so that development of the area could be improved.

A number of working papers were presented by the parties involved during the workshop, including from FPEP and SEDIA. – ZMD (fl)

UMS also had during the ceremony handed over eye lenses to disabled students with vision problem.

The aid was delivered by the Vice-Chancellor of UMS, Professor Datuk Dr. Mohd Harun Abdullah and the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Student Affairs and Alumni), Associate Professor Dr. Ismail Ali, at the Chancellery Building, UMS.

At the event, Teoh Jia Long received vision aids, whilst Muhd Faizal Alimudin and Fatimah Binti Asmuni, both fire victims that happened in Tawau recently were given financial help to ease the burden of the affected family. – MA (fl)

Source: Department of Student Affairs

According to APK statement, the annual expo to be held at the Parade Square (Padang Kawad) UMS aimed to encourage UMS students to create new and innovative ideas inspired from their surroundings and generate innovations in the development of every life.

The expo was also a special activity in the Fundamentals of Entrepreneurial Acculturation Course, Centre for the Promotion of Knowledge and Language (PPIB) that delivers entrepreneurial knowledge to students in line with the First Shift of the Malaysian Education Development (Higher Education) Blueprint, which is to produce holistic graduates equipped with entrepreneurship and balanced personality.

The statement also added, the four-day expo will see more than 140 stalls selling goods created through the inspiration and innovation of UMS students, including food, drinks, games, clothing and services.

Meanwhile, various activities are also available to visitors, among them are games with great prizes and lucky draws for those who make purchases of over RM150.00.

According to the statement, this year the expo will be joined by two large celebrations in the university, Kaamatan Carnival in conjunction with Kaamatan Festival and Tiong Hwa Festival, thus promising excitement and foster greater harmony among the various races in the country through their shows and cultural exhibition held simultaneously.

The organisers of UMS APK welcome the public to come together and enjoy the activities whilst appreciating the cultural richness found in Malaysia, particularly Sabah. – MA (fl)

Source: APK Expo Committee

WEDNESDAY, 27 APRIL - Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) continues to provide exposure to entrepreneurship and business t o its students.

UMS through the Faculty of Business, Economy and Accounting (FPEP) once again took this approach  by organising a charity ‘Car Boot Sale’ at their parking area.

Programme coordinator, Dr. Mohd. Rahimie Abd Karim said, the programme was a platform for training and strengthened the students’ skills especially in business.

“Students are also exposed to effective communication techniques through two-way communication with their customers who come to buy their goods,” he told media at the programme.

He said the programme also involved outsiders, besides opening up opportunities to UMS staff to participate in the event.

“We are very pleased with the response received, not only among students but also from outsiders and UMS staff itself.

“I hope that this kind of engagement will continue in similar events in the future,” said Dr. Rahimie who is also the Deputy Dean (Student Welfare), UMS Centre for Postgraduate Studies.

Part of the rental for the lots went to the Single Mothers Association Sabah (PITSA).

Meanwhile, PITSA President, Norhanida Annol welcomed the move and was grateful for the initiative undertaken by FPEP UMS.

She said, such programme was timely in educating students to reach out to the community thus strengthening relationship between UMS and the community.

“This is also a good exposure for the students to experience the relationship with the public for their future use.

“We are also grateful to FPEP for providing PITSA with some lots to sell our goods,” she said. – SS (fl)