MALAYSIAN TECHNICAL COOPERATION PROGRAMME (MTCP) GENERAL INFORMATION ON MANAGING DIVERSITY IN A GLOBALISING WORLD: THE WAY FORWARD

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1 MALAYSIAN TECHNICAL COOPERATION PROGRAMME (MTCP) GENERAL INFORMATION ON MANAGING DIVERSITY IN A GLOBALISING WORLD: THE WAY FORWARD (MALAYSIAN APPLICANTS) DECEMBER2017 ORGANISED BY 1

2 CONTENT BACKGROUND... 3 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS... 5 APPLICATION AND INQUIRIES... 6 MALAYSIAN TECHNICAL COOPERATION PROGRAMME (MTCP)... 8 UNIVERSITY OF MALAYA INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC POLICY AND MANAGEMENT (INPUMA) TENTATIVE PROGRAMME SCHEDULE REGULATIONS AND OBLIGATIONS APPLICATION FORM

3 TITLE This training programme is entitled Managing Diversity in a Globalising World: The Way Forward BACKGROUND Although the Cold War ended in the 1990s, the extent of conflict around the world has not reduced considerably. In other words, where conflicts based on political ideologies may be a thing of the past, new forms of clashes based on religious and ethnic struggles have emerged. Thus, while the former Yugoslavia as with the rest of Eastern Europe shed its Communism, the ethno-religious civil war in the Balkans erupted soon afterwards. Yet, in other parts of the world, many formerly conflict-ridden or unstable countries were progressing towards peace. A good example is Timor-Leste, which after decades of tension and strife became a new nation in Another example is the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) signed in 2005 between Khartoum and South Sudan, which finally ended the civil war and gave birth to the new Republic of South Sudan in Despite such temporary respite, however, the conflicts still persist, largely due to ideological or cultural differences, which has caused untold suffering. Recent examples are the tribal conflicts within South Sudan, the expulsion of the Rohingyas by the Myanmar regime which has led to a humanitarian crisis of unprecedented proportions in this region, and the Civil War in Syria where the crisis seems to have no end in sight. The need to prevent such occurrences- if at all possible- and to nip the problem in the bud, is therefore all the more urgent in the light of contemporary world events. Given that such problems arise due to the inability of different communities with their own ethnic, religion and cultural baggage, to co-exist within the confines of a single nation-state, the need to deal with diversity and multiculturalism in the context of the nation-state, becomes paramount. This training programme offers the nation-building and developmental experiences of Malaysia a country characterised by distinct ethnic, religious and cultural differences as informative and instructive lessons to the participating countries. Given that Malaysia has been able to develop while avoiding serious conflict or disintegration as a multicultural society, it can therefore offer its successful nationbuilding experience as a model to post-conflict countries, which are committed to fulfilling the goals and agenda of national reconciliation and reconstruction. In effect, many of Malaysia s policies and accompanying programmes have contributed to enduring peace and stability. Specifically, the aim of the training programme is to enable participants to critically evaluate the changing role of the State and the transformation of society caused by and in response to, the phenomena of evolving political demography and pressures of democratisation. 3

4 OBJECTIVES The objectives of this training programme are as follows: To enhance the understanding of managing diversity via lessons from the experiences of other plural societies, particularly Malaysia, amongst public officials from Southeast Asia and Africa; To instil the principles of constitutionalism, institution building, and good governance in facing the challenges of economic, political and cultural globalisation amongst the participants as representative of their respective countries; To enable course participants to formulate viable public policies and political mechanisms in managing demographic change to attain the goals of peace, security and nation building; To develop greater understanding and closer relations between Malaysia and participating countries of Asia and Africa; and To provide a platform for participants to establish professional networks with Malaysian public officials/counterparts, and other organisations. PROGRAMME DURATION The duration of the programme is eleven days. It will be held at one of the hotels (to be confirmed later) in Petaling Jaya, Selangor from 10 to 19 December The tentative schedule is as attached in Appendix 1. TARGETED PARTICIPANTS The total number of participants will be limited to twenty-four (24) foreign public officials from various government ministries and agencies. Applicants whose major tasks involve the critical aspects of development, education, law, politics economics and public policy public administration are strongly encouraged to apply. 4

5 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Applicants must fulfil the following requirements: A civil servant of the Government of Malaysia with practical experience of more than five (5) years in the public sector; Able to converse in English; and Does not currently serve in the military service. PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION This programme will be fully conducted in English and shall include lectures, seminars and hands-on and site visits/briefings for participants to share Malaysian experiences in developing viable public policies to manage diversity with a particular focus on human security and peace-building in a multicultural environment. Field visits are an important component of the programme whereby participants will visit several public and private organisations that relate to the programme s objectives. Upon completion of this programme, participants would be able to better understand the multifaceted issues involved in youth development and the different methods to address such issues. Certificates will be awarded upon successful completion of the programme. SEMINAR PRESENTATION Participants will be assigned to a group of four (4) to five (5) members with a specific topic which is relevant to their work experience in their respective organisations. As part of this training programme, each group will present their practical and workable cases. Several senior Malaysian academicians/practitioners will be invited to evaluate the groups action plan presentation. Participants are required to bring research materials that may be helpful in preparing for their seminar presentation and these presentations must incorporate lessons learned throughout the duration of their training programme. 5

6 APPLICATION AND INQUIRIES Any local organisation applying for the course on behalf of its nominee(s) shall forward the completed and endorsed application form (Appendix 3) for each applicant to INPUMA via to (CC to the officers listed below). Application procedure and enquiries are as follows: All application forms must be duly completed and endorsed by the respective Head of Department of the relevant ministry or agency responsible. Application forms which have been endorsed and approved should be submitted to INPUMA no later than Monday, 4 December

7 IMPORTANT All applicants must provide a valid address written or printed legibly in the application form. Confirmation of the course and other notifications will be made using . For any inquiries regarding this course, please contact INPUMA through the following channels: International Institute of Public Policy and Management (INPUMA) Level 3, Research Management and Innovation Complex University of Malaya Kuala Lumpur Telephone : / 7974/ 7976 Facsimile : inpuma@um.edu.my Ms. Fatin Nadhinah Tajul Arif, Research Assistant dina727@um.edu.my Ms. Amira Athira Azman, Research Assistant amira.athira@ymail.com Or visit the homepage at: Preferred mode of communication is through . INPUMA will notify successful applicants no later than 4 December FACILITIES INPUMA, University of Malaya will provide the facilities for the programme. 7

8 MALAYSIAN TECHNICAL COOPERATION PROGRAMME (MTCP) THE MALAYSIAN TECHNICAL COOPERATION PROGRAM (MTCP) was officially launched on September 7, 1980 at the Commonwealth Heads of State Meeting in New Delhi, India, to signify Malaysia s commitment to South South cooperation, in particular Technical Cooperation among Developing Countries (TCDC). In line with the spirit of South South Cooperation, MTCP is considered as a bilateral technical cooperation programme with an objective to share development experiences with other developing countries. This prosper thy neighbour philosophy is the underlying basis for the MTCP. The programme was first formulated based on the belief that the development of a country depends on the quality of its human resources. The programme provides various forms of technical cooperation in areas where Malaysia has the experience and expertise. The MTCP emphasises on the development of human resources through the provision of training in various areas which are essential for a country s development such as public administration, agriculture, poverty alleviation, investment promotion, ICT, banking and English language. Beginning 2010, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) Malaysia is responsible for the administration and coordination of MTCP activities. The MTCP emphasises the development of human resources through the provision of training in various areas which are essential for a country s development. Annually, more than 80 MTCP Programmes are offered by approximately 80 MTCP training institutions/agencies, many of which are centres of excellence for training. Since its inception, MTCP has gained more than 32,000 participants from 143 countries. The objectives of MTCP are as follows: To share Malaysia s development experiences with other countries; To strengthen bilateral relations between Malaysia and other developing countries; To promote South South Cooperation; and To promote technical cooperation among developing countries. 8

9 Third Country Training Programme (TCTP) The MTCP also collaborates with international organisations such as the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), the Colombo Plan, the Commonwealth Fund for Technical Cooperation (CFTC), the Danish International Development Assistance (DANIDA) and the Australian Government Overseas Aid Program (AUSAID) through Third Country Training Programme (TCTP). These TCTPs are organised through partnerships with several MTCP training institutions. For further inquiries regarding MTCP/TCTP, please contact: The Secretary General MTCP Secretariat Ministry of Foreign Affairs Wisma Putra No. 1, Jalan Wisma Putra Precinct Putrajaya Telephone : Facsimile : mtcp@kln.gov.my Or visit the homepage at: Website: 9

10 UNIVERSITY OF MALAYA University of Malaya is the oldest tertiary institution in Malaysia. It is located on a spacious 750-acre campus in the southwest region of Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia. The University of Malaya grew out of a tradition of service to society. Its predecessors were the King Edward VII College of Medicine, established in 1905, and the Raffles College, founded in The two colleges, which were set up to meet the urgent demands in medicine and education respectively, merged on 8 October As a combined entity, the two colleges were able to produce a generation of skilled and educated men and women. Hence the University was established to serve the higher education needs of the then Federation of Malaya. The University motto, Ilmu Puncha Kemajuan (Knowledge is the Key to Progress) reflects the philosophy of the University in its constant endeavour to seek knowledge in all fields, to produce successful graduates, and to strengthen the foundations for a prosperous nation. The University of Malaya, being a comprehensive research-intensive university, confers degrees in a large variety of academic programs at the Bachelor's, Master's and PhD levels. The university also offers joint PhD degrees with international partner universities such as the University of Sydney, University of Melbourne, University of Nottingham, and the Consortium of Presidents of Universities (CPU) in France. Today, over 17,000 students are enrolled in various courses. Bolstered by 2,807 faculty members comprising of 772 International Academic staff and 3,666 administrative and support staff, the university provides academic expertise of the highest quality. Over the years, University of Malaya has established several centres and institutes including the International Institute of Public Policy and Management (INPUMA), the Institute of Research Management and Consultancy (IPPP), the Institute of Graduate Studies (IGS), the Asia-Europe Institute (AEI), and the Institute of China Studies (ICS) to help achieve its vision to be the leading research university in the region. 10

11 For more information on the University of Malaya, please contact: International and Corporate Relations Office (ICR) University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur Telephone : Facsimile : icr@um.edu.my Or visit the homepage at: 11

12 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC POLICY AND MANAGEMENT (INPUMA) The International Institute of Public Policy and Management (INPUMA), University of Malaya, has established itself as one of the leading resource centres for public policy and human resource management in the region. This has been achieved through carefully crafted strategies and by consistently benchmarking itself against the best global practices in public policy. This, along with a clear recognition of current national and international developments in the political, economic and social spheres, constantly shape INPUMA s outlook and perspective. As an example, in the wake of the recent turmoil in North Africa and the Middle East, INPUMA seeks to analyse, debate and monitor its implications or public policies at both the international and national levels. Over the years, INPUMA has succeeded in contributing to the intellectual discourse on public policy issues in Malaysia through forums, conferences and public lectures. These events revolve around topical and important public policy issues such as good governance in higher education, the impact of ICT in bridging the urban-rural (or generational) divide, sustainable development, promotion of Malaysia as a halal hub, as well as development issues close to the heart of the civil society. They are designed to provide platforms to policy makers, leaders and the mass media to exchange and articulate ideas pertaining to policy issues. INPUMA, invariably, acts as an intellectual laboratory which tests out the best possible inputs for public policymaking. In accordance with its multi-disciplinary focus, INPUMA seeks to collaborate with the public and private sectors in research programmes with the humanities and social sciences. A broader understanding of public policy and management is gained through this crossfertilisation and this has helped to place INPUMA in a coveted position as one of the distinguished public policy institutions in Southeast Asia. 12

13 INPUMA s range of programmes and research includes the following: A. Academic Programme: The Master of Public Policy (MPP) provides rigorous oncampus training. The MPP is offered at a post-graduate level and is geared to the needs of practising or prospective managers who wish to acquire or enhance the skills necessary for effective and responsible public sector management and policy analysis. The programme will equip candidates with knowledge in the fields of public policy processes and affairs in local and global contexts, and with theoretical and methodological skills in public policy issues. B. International Cooperation Programmes: These are human capital development programmes that are conducted under the auspices of the Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) which includes the Third Country Training Programme (TCTP). They are directed at providing training in areas such as capacity building, multicultural management and conflict resolution to public officials from other developing countries. Participants are also exposed to Malaysia s unique developmental experiences and issues. Over the years, INPUMA has succeeded in cultivating and fostering close ties with participating governments such as the Republic of the Sudan and the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, as well as non-governmental organisations (NGOs), principally the Asia Foundation (TAF), the Commonwealth Secretariat (COMSEC) and the International Law Institute-African Centre for Legal Excellence (ILI-ACLE). In addition, existing ties with international bodies such as the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA) continue to strengthen. C. Conferences, Seminars and Public Lectures: These events target critical that affect national development. The areas are leadership and management, policy-making and governance. issues focus D. Short-term Training Courses: Many short term training courses have been conducted for local executives and officials from the private sector and government agencies. E. Research and Publications: INPUMA s latest cutting-edge research projects cover a wide range of policy issues with a particular focus on foreign policy and international relations, the spatial economics and geography of halal hubs, the 13

14 socio-economic impact of urban reconfiguration, sustainable development and environmental input evaluation. For further information about INPUMA, please contact: The International Institute of Public Policy and Management (INPUMA) Level 3, Research Management and Innovation Complex, University of Malaya Kuala Lumpur Telephone : / 7974 Facsimile : inpuma@um.edu.my Or visit the homepage at: 14

15 TENTATIVE PROGRAMME SCHEDULE MANAGING DIVERSITY IN A GLOBALISING WORLD THE WAY FORWARD DECEMBER 2017 Appendix 1 TIME PROGRAMME *Subject to change Day 1 : 10 December 2017 (Sunday) Arrival and Check-in at Hotel Royal Chulan Damansara Day 2 : 11 December 2017 (Monday) FACILITATOR INPUMA a.m. Registration and Programme Briefing Assoc. Prof. Dr Khadijah Md. Khalid / Prof. Dr Shakila Yacob VENUE KLIA/KLIA a.m p.m. General Introduction to Multicultural Malaysia This session represents one of the basic features of the programme since it serves as an introduction to the host country (Malaysia) from a general perspective. Participants will learn about the historical background, political system and socioeconomic development of the nation before delving into details. Participants will gain a broad understanding of Malaysia as a prelude to the various perspectives that make up the country. Assoc. Prof. Dr Khadijah Md. Khalid / Prof. Dr Shakila Yacob Welcome Lunch INPUMA Can Diversity be Managed? This session explores the single greatest challenge faced by the world today which is to find a meaningful way in which diverse communities will be able to co-exist peacefully and harmoniously in the globalising world. Datuk Dr Anis Yusal Yusoff Suria on Twelve, Royale Chulan Damansara Tea INPUMA p.m. Managing Diversity in Malaysia: A Case Study in Developing an Early Warning System of Ethnic Relations Datuk Dr Anis Yusal Yusoff Contrary to popular belief, the failure to manage ethnic sensitivity does not cause ethic conflict, but rather it is the disregard to ensure justice, equality and inclusiveness of all citizens irrespective of race, religion and socio-economic status that causes ethnic tension. Day 3 : 12 December 2017 (Tuesday) a.m. Multiculturalism in a Globalising World: Issues and Challenges Multiculturalism provides nations with the opportunity to embrace diversity, thus enabling national unity. However, if left unchecked it may Assoc. Prof. Dr Jatswan Singh 15 University of Malaya, Petaling Jaya

16 threaten to destabilise a country. This session looks at how multiculturalism is a factor in the socioeconomic development of a nation in a globalising world and how it can be creatively managed Tea a.m Conflict Resolution Checklist and Conflict p.m. Mapping: Sharing Best Practices, the Way Forward Assoc. Prof. Dr Jatswan Singh This session aims to equip participants with the best practices on addressing issues such as: 1) Transforming the Situation 2) Dealing with Hardliners 3) Role of Civil Society 4) Peace and Development 5) Lessons Learned from Local Traditions and Wisdoms Lunch Federal-State Relations in Malaysia: Balancing Inclusion and Diversity Dr Ridzuan Khusairi Mohd Ramli The session focuses on the importance of federalstate relations in understanding Malaysian development since its independence. The relatively cordial relations between the federal government and that of the thirteen states in Malaysia have undoubtedly contributed to the political stability and impressive economic performance of the country Tea Addressing Socioeconomic Disparity: The Malaysian Experience Tan Sri Dr Sulaiman Mahbob This lecture examines the Malaysian economic condition in terms of inter-ethnic and urban-rural disparity, and efforts made by the government to reduce or eliminate such disparities so as to create favourable condition for national unity p.m. Depart for Royale Chulan Damansara Royale Chulan Damansara Day 4 : 13 December 2017 (Wednesday) 8.30 a.m. Depart for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Malaysia, Putrajaya Briefing by the Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) Secretariat Depart for the Department of National Unity and Integration a.m p.m. Briefing by the Department of National Unity and Integration (JPNIN) Lunch (hosted by the Department of National Unity and Integration) Brief Tour of Kuala Lumpur National Palace INPUMA MTCP INPUMA JPNIN INPUMA 16 Ministry of Foreign Affairs Malaysia, Putrajaya Department of National Unity and Integration, Putrajaya Kuala Lumpur

17 National Monument Lake Gardens National Mosque Merdeka Square KLCC 5.30 p.m. Depart for Royale Chulan Damansara Royale Chulan Damansara Day 5 : 14 December 2017 (Thursday) a.m. Managing the Young and the Restless in a Changing World The bulging youth population is an issue that needs to be addressed by countries to avoid social instability and unrest. This session is divided into four parts. Firstly, this session incorporates a situation analysis approach to discuss the causes of restlessness among youth by focusing on unemployment issues. Secondly, it evaluates possible solutions to problems by different communities around the world. Thirdly, this session focuses on youth development from an international non-governmental organisation (NGO) perspective. Lastly, it discusses Community Organisation by focusing on tripartite partnerships between communities, the private sector, and government, in Indonesia as a case-study Tea a.m p.m. Challenging Times for Families in the Developing World Families in many developing countries are simultaneously caring for young children and ageing parents more than in the past, and doing so while both spouses work. A gradual collapse of the extended family system creates problems of family support for the young dependents and older persons in the family. Most families now rely on foreign maids from different cultural backgrounds to help care for both children and the elderly while the income earners are at work. By drawing examples and lessons from Malaysia and the (Southeast Asia) region, this session focuses on the challenges Asian families face in the midst of fundamental demographic transformation Lunch Managing Marginalised Groups, the Indigenous Orang Asli and the Natives, in the Context of Multiculturalism Modernisation and development tends to marginalize and dislocate certain social groups, such as the indigenous natives of the land which constitutes a district cultural group. In this session, we will examine how they can be brought into the social and economic mainstream, in the context of multiculturalism. Prof. Dato Dr Abdul Rahman Bidin Prof. Dato Dr Rashila Ramli Prof. Dr Fatimah Kari University of Malaya, Petaling Jaya University of Malaya, Petaling Jaya Tea INPUMA 17

18 Preparation for Group Presentation Assoc. Prof. Dr Khadijah Md. Khalid/ Dr Mohd Hazim Shah Abd Murad 6.30 p.m. Depart for Royale Chulan Damansara INPUMA Royale Chulan Damansara Day 6 : 15 December 2017 (Friday) a.m. Managing Multiculturalism: Managing the Growing Migrant Workers and its Communities Assoc. Prof. Dr Jatswan Singh With the increasing number of migrant workers and the growing migrant community, there is greater need to address their peaceful and productive assimilation into the local community, so that they can contribute towards economic growth without social disruption Tea INPUMA a.m Managing Peace and Conflict Resolution: Lessons Assoc. Prof. Dr p.m. from Selected Ethnically Divided Societies Jatswan Singh University of Malaya, Petaling Jaya This session focuses on several case studies of countries that have successfully undertaken conflict resolution initiatives Lunch and Friday Prayers INPUMA 2.30 Depart for JCorp, Petaling Jaya p.m. *The Role of Government-Linked Companies in Achieving Economic Parity in a Multi-Racial Society: The JCorp Experience Day 7 : 16 December 2017 (Saturday) 8.00 a.m. Depart for Melaka a.m Theme: Tourism and Malaysian Development p.m. Briefing on Melaka as a UNESCO World Heritage Site Melaka Walking Heritage Tour Lunch 2.00 Depart for Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum, Melaka Briefing by Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum 4.30 Depart for Klebang Beach Leisure at Klebang Beach 6.30 p.m. Depart for Kuala Lumpur Day 8 : 17 December 2017 (Sunday) a.m p.m. Group Discussion (Preparation for Seminar Presentation) Lunch p.m. Group Discussion (Preparation for Seminar Presentation) Mr. Azryain Borhan INPUMA INPUMA JCorp, Petaling Jaya Melaka City Kuala Lumpur Royale Chulan Damansara Day 9 : 18 December 2017 (Monday) a.m. Group Presentation (Groups 1 & 2) Commentators: Royale Chulan Damansara 18

19 a.m Tea Group Presentation (Groups 3 & 4) 1. Prof. Shakila Yacob p.m Lunch Group Presentation (Groups 5 & 6) Recapitulation and Overall Commentary 2. Dr. Mohd Hazim Shah Abdul Murad 3. Assoc. Prof. Dr Jatswan Singh 4. Assoc. Prof. Dr Khadijah Md. Khalid Overall Programme Evaluation INPUMA *Dinner Address by Tan Sri Dr Ali Hamsa, Chief Secretary to the Government of Malaysia Tan Sri Ali Hamsa Managing Diversity in a Globalising World: The Malaysian Experience p.m. Closing and Certificate Presentation INPUMA a.m p.m. Day 10 : 19 December 2017 (Tuesday) Check-out from hotel and Farewell Malaysia INPUMA KLIA/KLIA2 *Yet to be confirmed 19

20 REGULATIONS AND OBLIGATIONS Appendix 2 Participants are respectfully required: i. to attend/participate actively in all sessions including study visits; ii. to observe the programme schedule by punctual attendance; iii. to refrain from bringing any member of their family to the programme; iv. to follow the travel schedule designated by the implementing agency with regard to departure from Malaysia; v. to carry out such instructions and abide by such conditions as may be stipulated by the Malaysian government with respect to the course; vi. to observe the rules and regulations of the implementing agency or establishment with which participants are visiting or attached to; vii. to refrain from engaging in political activities or any form of employment for profit and gain; viii. to discontinue the course, should participants fall seriously ill and be considered unable to continue the programme; ix. to refrain from committing any illegal or immoral acts; x. to observe the rules and regulations of the respective accommodation and not to make any change in accommodation designated by the implementing agency; xi. to abide by the instructions of the organising committee and their interpretation of the rules; and xii. to remain in Malaysia and complete the whole duration of the programme without any leave of absence. Should participants be found in contravention of these requirements, they will be barred from attending the programme and will be asked to leave with immediate effect. 20

21 Appendix 3 APPLICATION FORM SHORT TERM COURSE IN MALAYSIA - THE MALAYSIAN TECHNICAL COOPERATION PROGRAMME (MTCP) DATE OF COMMENCEMENT DECEMBER 2017 Please type or write in capital letters. Do not leave any space blank. Use NIL or N/A where applicable. FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY REFERENCE NO: RECEIVED: CHECKED: TITLE OF COURSE MANAGING DIVERSITY IN A GLOBALISING WORLD: THE WAY FORWARD NAME OF IMPLEMENTING AGENCY INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC POLICY AND MANAGEMENT (INPUMA), UNIVERSITY OF MALAYA NAME PERSONAL DATA GENDER MALE/FEMALE DATE OF BIRTH MARITAL STATUS SINGLE/MARRIED AGE NRIC NO. MOBILE NO. ORGANISATION DEPARTMENT DESIGNATION YEAR OF APPOINTMENT OFFICE ADDRESS MAILING ADDRESS OFFICE NO. FAX NO. HOME/POSTAL ADDRESS ADDRESS 21

22 NAME OF INSTITUTION EDUCATION BACKGROUND MAJOR FIELD YEAR OF OF STUDY STUDY DEGREE APPLICANT S DECLARATION I, of Name of applicant Representing Organisation Declare that, a) All information provided is true, complete and accurate to the best of my belief and knowledge, and that I have not wilfully suppressed any material facts; b) I am medically fit and free from any medical problems which may impair my ability to attend and complete the training in Malaysia; and Upon successful selection for the training award, I undertake to: a) Carry out instructions and abide by such terms and conditions as may be stipulated by the nominating and host governments in respect of this training course; b) Abide by the rules and regulations of the training institution in which I undertake to study in or be trained under; c) Submit/present any report which may be required; d) Refrain from engaging in political activities and any form of employment for profit or gain; and e) Discontinue the course should I be found guilty of misconduct or be medically unfit. I fully understand that if I fail to company with the terms and conditions of the training award, and/or any of the above declarations are found to be untrue, the award will be terminated with immediate effect. Date Signature of applicant 22