PUTRAJAYA, September 6 – The Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB) is gearing up to host the much-anticipated Malaysia Business Events Week 2023 (MBEW 2023) for the eighth consecutive year. The event is scheduled to take place from August 21 to August 26 at the prestigious Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (the Centre). With the theme “Riding the Waves,” MBEW 2023 aims to foster a strong regional spirit and position business events as a catalyst for initiating a sequence of positive impacts on Southeast Asia’s sustainable socio-economic growth.
The event will be officiated by YB Dato Sri Tiong King Sing, the Minister of Tourism, Arts & Culture (MOTAC), and is expected to welcome 400 industry players, including association management companies, professional congress and exhibition organizers, event management companies, and more. A lineup of panel speakers, comprising both local and international experts, will provide invaluable global insights during the event. Mr. Zain Azrai Rashid, the Acting Chief Executive Officer of MyCEB, expressed his excitement about this flagship event, stating, “This event stands as a testament to our nation’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and collaboration in the world of business events.
We are proud to go big and bold this year, introducing a lineup of programs that will provide industry players with fresh ideas and perspectives to enhance their businesses. Through networking sessions that facilitate knowledge exchange, delegates will leave this event with a renewed sense of inspiration and a strengthened network of valuable connections. Equipped with the tools and insights needed to tackle the challenges of the ever-evolving business landscape, they will drive their ventures towards greater success in the global market.”
MBEW 2023 promises an array of engaging activities, including topic discussions, workshops, training sessions, and forums that address crucial industry points. One of the highlights will be the launch of MyCEB’s latest support program, aimed at attracting more international business events to the country, thereby boosting the business events industry and creating increased employment opportunities. In addition to the business-focused sessions, MBEW 2023 is dedicated to giving back to the community through MyCSR initiatives, including a tree planting activity and blood donation drive.
Mr. Zain Azrai Rashid extended his heartfelt gratitude to the esteemed partners who have been instrumental in making MBEW 2023 a resounding success. Notable organizations, such as the Malaysian Association of Convention and Exhibition Organizers and Suppliers (MACEOS), International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), Global Association of the Exhibition Industry (UFI), Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA), Malaysia Society of Association Executives (MSAE), and many others, have played a crucial role in shaping the event.
The support of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC), the Ministry of Finance (MOF), and the Ministry of Economy (MOE) has been essential in ensuring the seamless execution of MBEW 2023, solidifying Malaysia’s position as a premier hub for business events on the global stage. As MBEW 2023 approaches, the anticipation is building, and industry players are eager to “ride the waves” of business events, fostering collaboration, innovation, and growth in the dynamic and ever-evolving landscape of Southeast Asia’s business events industry.
