1 DEC | WELCOMING SPEECH BY
YBHG. DR. CHING THOO A/L KIM
SECRETARY GENERAL OF
MINISTRY NATURAL RESOURCES, ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE CHANGE
WELCOMING MALAYSIAN DELEGATES
1 DECEMBER 2023, 11.30 AM
MALAYSIA PAVILION, BLUE ZONE, UNFCCC-COP28
[SALUTATION]
Esteemed guests, distinguished speakers and ladies and gentlemen,
1. A heartfelt welcome to all Malaysian delegates who joining us at the UNFCCC-COP28 in Dubai. This year, we are truly grateful for the overwhelming response from stakeholders representing various sectors, including key ministries, agencies, state government, private sectors, financial institutions, NGOs and academia.
2. This year the Ministry have registered over 600 delegates - the largest Malaysian delegation ever for COP. This remarkable turnout underscores our commitment and efforts to contribute meaningfully to the global action on climate change.
3. We are honoured to announce the gracious presence of His Royal Highness Yang di-Pertuan Agong at the World Climate Action Summit which scheduled for tomorrow. His Royal Highness Yang di-Pertuan Agong will launch the Malaysia Pavilion tomorrow at 3.45pm I extend a warm welcome to all delegates to be here tomorrow.
4. I am also pleased to share that YB Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, Minister of NRECC will deliver the national statement during the Resume High Level Segment. YB Minister of Foreign Affairs, YB Minister of Health, YB Minister of Local Government Development and also YB Minister of International Trade also will be presence at COP28.
Ladies and gentlemen,
5. The Malaysian Pavilion will feature over 60 distinguished speakers, 28-panel discussions, multiple bilateral meetings, and cultural performance throughout the conference. To our sponsors, members of the advisory and consultative panels and our speakers, you are the backbone of our showcase, telling Malaysia's climate action story in the most impactful way possible.
6. To all Malaysia delegates, we would be grateful if you could also actively promote the pavilion. I also encourage the Malaysian delegates to make the most of your time here by exploring other pavilions and side events.
7. Thanks again for your commitment, dedication, and presence here today. Let us work together, making COP28 a milestone in our going beyond journey.