IITTE 2024: Melaka Shines on Global Stage as Chief Minister Calls for Action on Key Sustainability Initiatives

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AYER KEROH, August 5 – The International Islamic Trade and Tourism Expo (IITTE) 2024 serves as a platform to introduce Melaka to international figures from various sectors.

The Chief Minister, Datuk Seri Utama Ab Rauf Yusoh, stated that through the expo, eight paper works have been presented to be translated into actions for the sustainability of the country.

“I have been informed that the papers covered issues related to trade, tourism, international relations, and global food security.

“The state government greatly appreciates the efforts of GISB Holdings (GISBH) for indirectly enhancing the visibility of the state of Melaka to foreign countries.

“GISBH has brought in key figures representing various international economic sectors, such as trade, tourism, agriculture, livestock, business, investment, and finance.

“Among these guests are also academic figures, scholars, religious leaders, imams, and muftis,” he said.

He said this while speaking at the closing ceremony of IITTE 2024 at the Melaka International Trade Centre (MITC), yesterday.

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His speech was read by the State Exco for Education, Higher Learning, and Religious Affairs, Datuk Rahmad Mariman.

Also present were the Director of the Melaka Islamic Religious Department (JAIM), Badaruddin Mohd Kassim, and the Executive Chairman of GISB Holdings (GISBH), Nasiruddin Mohd Ali.

Commenting further, Ab Rauf hopes that the papers presented can be elevated and translated into actionable implementation.

“This is to ensure that our noble intention to sustain the country can be realized,” he said.

Meanwhile, Rahmad said at a press conference that over 300 international delegates attended the expo.

Source: Melaka Hari Ini