Our students namely Jeffrey Quek Shue Yew from the Faculty of Business (FOB), Aw Jie Zhi (FOB), Tan Sze Min (FOB), Ng Jin Yang (Faculty of Information, Science & Technology), Lim Kai En (FIST), and Nur Maisarah Mohammad Saifrol (FIST) were selected as Malaysian Team Coordinators for Best Diplomats Malaysia 2.0 – The Diplomatic Simulation of the United Nations. The programme took place from 13 until 16 July 2023 at Sunway Putra Hotel in Kuala Lumpur.
Our students had the opportunity to participate in interactive sessions, tackling modern challenges and developing resolutions to combat critical issues. Organised by Best Diplomats LLC, a New York-based United Nations Simulation, this conference gathered 150 delegates from various countries including Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo, East Timor, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Fiji, Ghana, Grenada, Guinea Conarky, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Uzbekistan, and Zimbabwe.
On top of that, Prof. Dr. Elsadiq Musa Ahmed, our academic staff from the Faculty of Business (FOB) was invited to the keynote speaker at the event. With the title of ‘Youth Empowerment and Challenges Brought by the Industrial Revolution 4.0 Era, Prof. Elsadiq shared his perspective with the audience. Beyond his academic brilliance, Prof. Elsadiq’s humility and approachable demeanor further endeared him to the attendees. He engaged in meaningful discussions with participants, providing valuable advice and guidance to young minds eager to make a difference in the face of this new revolution. The impact of his address will undoubtedly be felt for years to come as young diplomats and future leaders embark on the journey of navigating the technological age with confidence and foresight.
Well done!
