MATRADE Drives ESG Adoption Through The 8th Edition of JCI Malaysia Sustainable Development Award
KUALA LUMPUR, AUGUST 12 (MONDAY) - The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) as a supporting organisation for the 2024 JCI Malaysia Sustainable Development Award (JCIM SDA) and the Junior Chamber International (JCI) Malaysia are pleased to jointly announce the Top 30 Finalists of the JCIM SDA.
The 30 shortlisted projects (finalists) have significant contributions to 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Held at the MET Corporate Tower, a certified green building, this announcement event gathers multiple stakeholders in the sustainability space, including industry associations, NGOs, foreign chambers and business councils.
Endorsed by the Ministry of Youth and the Malaysian Youth Council, the award, designed by Malaysia’s very own young leaders, recognises organisations’ invaluable efforts to promote environmental sustainability, social responsibility and good governance.
Datuk Mohd Mustafa Abdul Aziz, the Chief Executive Officer of MATRADE, as Guest of Honour at the SDA Finalists announcement, shared an encouraging and eclectic message with the audience.
“ESG is not just a trend. It is the cornerstone of sustainable growth and global responsibility. MATRADE is immensely proud to support the 2024 JCIM Sustainable Development Award, which reflects our commitment to fostering a culture of sustainability in trade. This collaboration highlights the critical role of innovative solutions and responsible practices in shaping a sustainable future. I applaud all participants for your dedication to advancing environmental, social, and governance standards underscores Malaysia’s potential to lead on the global stage. Together, we are not only celebrating excellence but also driving meaningful progress towards a sustainable future for generations to come,” he said.
JCIM SDA is a globally recognised award aligned with the United Nations Sustainable
Development Goals launched by JCI Malaysia in 2017. It recognises projects conducted by companies, governments, and NGOs in advancing the 17 UNSDG with call-to-action for both the public and private sectors to help address crucial global challenges such as ending poverty, ensuring access to high-quality education, and protecting natural resources as well as responsible consumption and production.
To ensure the 2024 JCIM SDA is both valuable and impactful, its organising chairman, Mr. Jazz Khor, and his team dedicated significant planning time. He firmly believes that the strategic partnership with MATRADE enables businesses to future-proof themselves by being responsible in addressing global issues and creating opportunities for a sustainable world.
The sustainable development award transcends beyond recognition; it symbolises a steadfast commitment to fostering meaningful and enduring progress in sustainability. It drives ESG adoption through the greening of export supply chain.
Moving forward, the award presentation ceremony will be on September 22, 2024, at HXC Seafood Setia Alam. It is anticipated that organisations and leaders who support the sustainability agenda will be present. The public is welcome to attend the prestigious JCIM SDA Grand Award Ceremony to witness one of the most anticipated sustainable development award presentations in Malaysia.
Let's celebrate together! We look forward to your participation as we continue to advance our shared commitment to sustainability.
For more information about the award presentation ceremony, please contact the JCIM SDA Organising Chair, Mr. Jazz Khor, at +6017 2543133.
Malaysian companies may contact MATRADE’s ESG Head, Mr Edison Choong at 03-62077077 on matters related to ESG in trade.
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For more information, please contact:
Mr. Chan Yik Sing
Corporate Communication Unit of MATRADE
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About MATRADE
The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) was established on March 1, 1993 as the external trade promotion arm of Malaysia's Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI). MATRADE’s primary role is to assist Malaysian exporters in developing and expanding their export markets. Aligned with Malaysia's commercial diplomacy efforts, MATRADE is the nation’s trade facilitator and champion of Malaysian-made products and services on the global stage.
