HPAIR 2018 ASIA

CONFERENCE

Pre-Arrival Guide
August 16 - 20, 2018
Kuala Lumpur
Welcome from your
HPAIR 2018 Asia Conference Executives

Selamat datang ke Malaysia, which means welcome to Malaysia and also to the Harvard Project for
Asian and International Relations 2018 Asia Conference! A big congratulations once again for being
selected to attend - the application process was particularly competitive this year, and we thank you
for the time you spent in preparing an application.

We have an exciting and innovative conference program in store for you, which includes a greater
emphasis on interactive elements, networking opportunities between delegates and speakers,
improved social events to maximize delegate-to-delegate interactions, and a more diverse conference
schedule to deliver a rewarding conference experience. As just one example, the Impact Challenges
on Day 4 of the conference will give delegates the opportunity to work in small teams on projects
ranging from startup ideas, to national economic reports, to the modernization of cultural games
and traditions, all while learning from experienced mentors and partner representatives.

This pre-arrival delegate guide will provide you with useful information about the conference, how to
prepare, things to do in Kuala Lumpur, accommodation options, transport information and general
tips to make your journey and stay in Kuala Lumpur as smooth and comfortable as possible.

We will be releasing more details about the program closer to the conference. Stay tuned on our
social media channels to be the first to hear our latest announcements! Please regularly check the
delegate portal and your emails in the lead up to the conference as we will be providing you with
further information as we confirm more details. In the meantime, please do not hesitate to contact
our Delegate Relations team at help@hpair.org if you have any questions.

We are as excited as you are about this conference and look forward to meeting all of you in Kuala
Lumpur in less than a month!

Best Regards,

Scott Xiao and Angeline Seah

Executive Directors, Asia Conference 2018
Harvard Project for Asian and International Relations
Contents

4 INT RODUCT IO N

8 GET T ING HERE

11 MA IN V ENUE: SU NWAY U NI V E R S I T Y

14 R EGIST RAT IO N

15 ACCOMMODATI O N

17 CONFER ENC E TRAC K AN D E V E N TS

22 OV ERA LL SCH E DU LE

24 PR E-CONFER E N C E TO U R

25 GENERA L INFO R M ATI O N

28 ABOUT MAL AYS I A

32 T HINGS TO DO

39 CHECKLIST

40 STAY CONNECTE D
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Welcome to
Malaysia
A Land of Diversity
Selamat datang (welcome) to Malaysia, a tropical paradise endowed with
breathtaking natural beauty, exotic cultures and friendly people. Made up of
Peninsular Malaysia and the two states of Sabah and Sarawak on the island
of Borneo, it is a destination that offers so much to see, do and experience.
In Malaysia, you will have the opportunity to experience and appreciate its rich
historic and cultural heritage, exotic culinary delights, shopping splendours,

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nature-based adventures, and fun-filled activities. The warm and hospitable nature
of its people will make your stay in Malaysia both pleasant and enjoyable.
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Malaysia has a combined population of over 29 million people. Because of its

central location between the Indian Ocean and the South China Sea, Malaysia has
traditionally been a meeting point for traders and travellers from both the East
and West. As a result, Malaysia has a multicultural and multiracial population
consisting of Malays, Chinese, Indians and numerous indigenous people.

Although Malay is the official language, English is widely spoken here, especially
in business. With such a varied ethnic composition, it is no surprise that Malaysia
has a great diversity of religions and cultures.

Useful Malay Words and Phrases

How are you? Apa khabar?

My name is... Nama saya ialah...

I come from... Saya datang dari...

What is your name? Siapakah nama anda?

Where is the...? Di manakah...?

Thank you! Terima kasih!

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Harvard Project
for Asian and
International Relations

The Harvard Project for Asian and International Relations (HPAIR) is a student-run
organization of the Harvard University Faculty of Arts and Sciences. HPAIR organizes
Harvard University’s largest annual student conferences in the Asia-Pacific region. Since
1991, we have continuously gathered a growing pool of international students from top
universities, renowned academics, business professionals, and political leaders to engage
in our rigorous educational events.

Our programs intend to achieve three goals:

• Provide a dynamic forum of exchange on international issues vital to Asia

• Foster long-term relationships among young leaders from around the globe

• Connect talented delegates with some of today’s leaders in academia, business

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Today, HPAIR has significantly expanded to offer two annual conferences. Through plenary
sessions, panels, keynotes, workshops, and case studies, the conferences provide valuable
opportunities for discussion about challenges and trends in the international landscape.
Continuing its tradition of academic excellence, the HPAIR Harvard Conference seeks to
create a rigorous forum for dialogue and exchange.

The HPAIR Asia Conference is a 5-day academic program hosted by a country in the Asia-
Pacific region. Delegates will benefit from gaining a broader exposure to issues spanning
multiple arenas, including political, social, economic, cultural, and business. As the
world becomes more globalized and commercialized, the boundary between business
and other aspects of society is becoming increasingly fluid. The Asia Conference seeks
to capture this phenomenon and help delegates understand its impacts on the future of
international relations.

In addition to its international conferences, HPAIR aims to promote understanding of the

economic, political, social, and cultural issues facing the Asia-Pacific region within the
Harvard community by organizing panels and other events on Harvard’s campus.

Through all of its activities, HPAIR strives to maintain the vision of its mission statement:
“to promote understanding of the economic, political, social, and cultural issues facing
the Asia-Pacific region within the Harvard and international communities.”
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Getting Here

When to arrive
The conference officially runs from Thursday the 16th to Monday the 20th of August. We offer optional pre-
conference tours on the 16th for delegates to meet each other, explore Kuala Lumpur and be immersed in
local food and culture. Those who are participating are advised to arrive the day before, as most tours begin
in the morning. Conference Registration will occur on Thursday the 16th of August in the Sunway University
Lobby, from 8AM to 5PM. Please arrive at Sunway University at this time to register. Transportation from
Sunway University to the 6PM Opening Ceremony at Carcosa Seri Negara will be provided to all delegates.
We advise delegates to first check-in to their accommodation and drop off luggage before coming to Sunway
University for registration.

Arriving in Kuala Lumpur

There are two international airport terminals in Kuala Lumpur, namely KLIA 1 and KLIA 2. These airports are
located beside one another in Sepang, about 45 km from Sunway University and 58 km from KL City Centre
respectively.

KLIA 1 is used by national carriers, while KLIA 2 mainly hosts low-cost carriers such as AirAsia, TigerAir and
Cebu Pacific. Please note that both KLIA 1 and KLIA 2 are coded as KUL.

There are a number of different transport options you can use to get to the city from the airport:
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Getting to Sunway Address to GPS:

Sunway University

Car/Taxi
No. 5, Jalan Universiti,
Bandar Sunway, 47500
Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia

Note: Rideshare:

GETTING TO SUNWAY
Taxi services at all airports operate through a coupon system. You
can purchase a coupon at one of the Taxi Counters in the arrival hall.
Grab, a ridesharing app, is popular in Malaysia and can be used for
airport transport. Uber was acquired by Grab in March 2018.

Approximate fares for Budget Taxi* The journey from the airport to Sunway University will take around 1
i.
OPTION 1: CAR/TAXI
KLIA - Bandar Sunway: Travel time ~1 hour (approx. RM100) hour and you will need internet access to request a Grab for pickup.

ii. KLIA2 - Note:

Bandar Sunway: Travel time ~50 minutes Address
A journey for GPS:
to Sunway University typically costs around RM70-RM90.
Taxi services at all airports operate through a coupon Sunway University
(approx.system.
RM100) You can purchase a coupon at one of the Taxi No. 5, Jalan Universiti, Bandar Sunway,
Counters in the arrival hall. RM 5 47500 Selangor
off 2 rides onDarul
GrabEhsan Download on the App Store
iii. Subang Airport - Bandar Sunway: Travel time ~20 minutes Malaysia
Grab Code*: HPAIR18 Get it on Google Play
(approx.Approximate
RM50) fares for Budget Taxi*
i) KLIA - Bandar Sunway: (approx. RM100)
ii) KLIA2 - Bandar Sunway: (approx. RM100)
*Surcharges are applicable between 12 AM to 6 AM
ii) Subang Airport - Bandar Sunway: (approx. RM50)

*Surcharges are applicable between 12am to 6 am

From Kelana Jaya /

Damansara / Bandar Utama

Nanyang Press Free Scale

From KL
FEDERAL HIGHWAY
LEBUH RAYA DAMANSARA - PUCHONG (LDP)

NEW PANTAI HIGHWAY Toll

Plaza
Sunway
Pyramid

Canopy
Sunway
Walk
Pyramid
Sunway Tower Hotel
University
Subang Sunway
Resort
Bandar
Sunway
Jaya College Hotel & Spa Sunway
Sunway
Medical
Centre

Monash University Sunway

Malaysia South Quay
Kewajipan Toll
Interchange Plaza
SHAH ALAM EXPRESS WAY (KESAS)
From From
Shah Alam, Summit USJ Toll KL-Seremban
Klang Plaza Highway

From From From Puchong

KLIA USJ

* Valid to and from Sunway University. Valid for all Grab services. Valid for GrabPay (Debit and Credit card payment only). Valid on 16 - 20 August. Valid for the first 600 rides (200 daily).
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Getting to Sunway

Bus & Rail

Kuala Lumpur International Airport KLIA2
64000 Sepang, Selangor, Malaysia 64000 Sepang, Selangor, Malaysia

Walk (850m)
towards KLIA2 Arrival Lane

KLIA KLIA2

KLIAExpress KLIAExpress

towards KL Sentral towards KL Sentral

(1 stop) Station: KLIA (2 stops) Station: KLIA2

Note:

KLIA Express Kelana Jaya Station

First Train: 5AM LRT (Light Rail Transit) & Bus
Last Train: 1AM Operation Hours
KL Sentral
Malaysia Refer train schedule here. Monday - Saturdays
6:00 AM - 11:45 PM
One-way fare: Adult ticket - RM55
Sundays & Public Holidays
Return trip fare: Adult ticket - RM100
6:00 AM - 11:10 PM

LRT Kelana Jaya Line LRT Kelana Jaya Line

towards USJ 7 towards Kelana Jaya

(16 stops) Station Code: KJ31 (9 stops) Station Code: KJ24

USJ 7 Kelana Jaya

towards SunU-Monash towards Bandar Sunway

(2 stops) Station Code: SB5 Bus ID: U623

SunU-Monash Sunway Pyramid

3, Jalan PJS 11/11, 46150 Petaling Jaya, Malaysia

Canopy Walk (300m)

towards Sunway University
Canopy Walk (300m)
towards Sunway University Blue Atrium Entrance, LG2 (near AEON)
Bypass Sunway Lagoon Entrance

Sunway University Sunway University

5, Jalan University, 47500 Bandar Sunway, Malaysia 5, Jalan University, 47500 Bandar Sunway, Malaysia
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Main Venue

Sunway University
Our official venue for the HPAIR 2018 Asia Conference is Sunway University. Established in
1987, the university is a part of the Sunway Education Group, which has always strived to
provide quality education for all regardless of background or financial standing. It is strategically
located at Bandar Sunway, Subang Jaya in the state of Selangor, adjacent to some of the most-
renowned public, medical and social amenities in Malaysia.

Sunway University is a leading not-for-profit private university committed to the pursuit of

education through scholarship, research and enterprise. It is ranked among the top 2.5% of
universities in Asia and offers an engaging learning space for students and academics.

To date, the University has drawn more than 26,000 students from over 90 countries to
its vibrant, 880,000-square-feet campus. Supported by the Jeffrey Cheah Foundation, the
University has invested more than USD150 million in its infrastructure and continues to expand
its teaching and learning, and research spaces.
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The Venue

Sunway Campus Sunway College

Sunway University

Canopy Walk to
Sunway Pyramid

East
North Building
Building

Graduate
South Building
Centre

University
Building

Football
Field

Canopy Walk
Canopy Walk to Monash University (Elevated Walkway)
and Sunway Monash Residence
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The Venue

Local Area Map

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Registration
Registration will begin at 8:00AM on Thursday the 16th of August 2018 at the Sunway University

Lobby. All delegates are required to register their attendance at the conference. Please bring

along your photo ID (Passport or other government issued ID). At the registration counter, you

will collect your name tag, conference handbook, conference goodie bag, among other items. If

you pre-ordered HPAIR merchandise such as T-shirts, you will also collect them here. We will also

have merchandise for sale, but stocks will be limited so make sure to buy online or show up early!

The registration desk will close at 5:00PM, as the Opening Ceremony begins at 6:00PM. Again,

we will provide transportation from Sunway University to the Opening Ceremony. If you are unable

to make it before this time, you will still be able to register on the second day of the conference.

There will be an official delegate help desk set up throughout the conference at Sunway University

Lobby to help you with any enquiries that you might have during the conference.
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Accommodation
Please note that the conference will be held at Sunway University, about 20 km from KL City Centre. We recommend
the following hotels and accommodations due to their proximity to our main venue of Sunway University. We also
recommend checking out Agoda, Airbnb, Booking.com for other forms of accommodation in Bandar Sunway area.
The options below span a variety of price points. If you have any questions, please email help@hpair.org.

Artisan Eco Hotel

Sustainable Hotel
Book

Walking distance from Sunway University: 20 minutes

Mixx Hotel
2-star hotel
Book

Walking distance from Sunway University: 18 minutes

GM Hotel
2-star hotel
Book

Walking distance from Sunway University: 18 minutes

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Select “Corporate” for promotion type, and key in

Sunway Hotels apromotion code “SUNUHPAIR”. Promotion only valid
from 14th August until 21st August 2018.

Sunway Pyramid Hotel

3-star hotel
Book

Walking distance from Sunway University: 18 minutes

Sunway Clio Hotel

4-star hotel
Book

Walking distance from Sunway University: 14 minutes

Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa

5-star hotel
Book

Walking distance from Sunway University: 18 minutes

Disclaimer: Please note that these links are intended solely for information purposes and is not to be construed, under any circumstances, by implication or
otherwise, as a recommendation or endorsement. We strongly advise all participants to do their own research on the hotels. In no respect shall the conference
organizers incur any liability for any damages, including, but limited to, direct, indirect, special, or consequential damages arising out of, resulting from, or any way
connected to the use of these links, whether or not based upon warranty, contract, tort, or otherwise; whether or not injury was sustained by persons or property or
otherwise; and whether or not loss was sustained from, or arose out of, the results of, the links.
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Conference Track and Events

HPAIR 2018 Asia Conference will feature six tracks at this year’s conference, spanning diverse themes within
the sphere of Asian and International Relations. Delegates are assigned a track when they are offered a place to
attend the conference. Each track will feature panel discussions, seminars and a field trip.

Panel

Art, Media & Culture

Often the driving force behind social and political movements, art has historically served as a vehicle through
which ideas on injustice, oppression, and violence could be disseminated. As civic-minded art wields the power
to incite conversations on the faults of existing socio-political ideologies and policies, these pieces challenge
conventional limits of conformity to create a space where the grievances of marginalized voices can be heard and
solidarity can be achieved. In art created to serve as mediums of socio-political commentary, themes of suffering
and injustice are conveyed and evoke empathy where once there was only ignorance.

This panel focuses on civic-minded art , socio-political commentary originating from various forms of art as well
as protest art. Art that comes from the heart and ultimately seeks to serve a larger purpose than itself. Whether it
be the social and political movements within the Asia-Pacific region, from the vibrant Lennon Wall and umbrella-
centric pieces that propagated messages of perseverance and peace in the 2014 Hong Kong Democracy Protests,
to memes, the newest digital art form that reveals the rising generation’s deepest insecurities. The malleability
and universal appeal of art allow creators and civilians to shape music, sculpture, film, paint, and other forms
of expression to act as powerful agents for change. The awareness of this very power has mobilized members of
creative industries throughout the world to highlight injustices through various art mediums, fueling the recent
#MeToo and Time’s Up movements with satirical skits, fashion, and visual art.

Interestingly, the political climate of the Asia-Pacific region provides a unique lens for studying the rise and impact
of politically-oriented art, as media censorship enforced by many governmental regimes hinder such freedom of
speech and expression. This panel aims to explore how art forms are able to raise awareness and build solidarity
around issues in the Asia-Pacific region especially in some countries where media crackdowns and firewalls are
prevalent, how art can be used to build a sense of identity within marginalized communities, as well as the
sociological effects public art has on inspiring action for change.
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Panel

Governance and Geopolitics

Governance and geopolitics is at the heart of diplomatic, security, and political considerations for international
relations. Different governance systems have different strengths and advantages, each seeking different goals
when approaching negotiation. How governments respond to crises, evaluate threats, support allies, and handle
domestic issues allows for a more holistic evaluation of international relations.

In this track, delegates will have the opportunity to improve their understanding of how different governance
systems approach situations differently, contribute to discussions and interact with each other to nurture a deep
appreciation for governance, and understand security concerns and diplomatic strategies at a deeper level.

Panel

Energy and Environmental Sustainability

In the midst of rapid economic, population, and social growth, Asia must confront its ever-increasing demand
for natural resources. With human development comes consumption of energy, and with consumption of energy
comes degradation of the environment. Modern approaches to resolving environmental issues revolve around
two central themes: first, the inherent belief in technology to outpace the global growth in consumption and
population; second, a movement towards being more mindful of individual consumptive practices. Ultimately,
given the rampant environmental destruction, nations must address energy usage, scarcity, sustainability, and
environmental issues. The transition from non-renewable sources of energy to renewables requires a profound
understanding of regulatory, political, economic, and scientific barriers.

In this track, delegates will first explore issues surrounding energy and environmental health and then examine
if current solutions are effective at curbing consumption patterns and/or ecological footprint. Furthermore,
delegates will discuss implications not only large-scale on an increasingly developed world, but also small-scale
on the daily lives and pastimes of citizens. Each of these issues presents myriad and interwoven problems that
intersect politics, economics and sociology.

Panel

Global Markets and Economy

Markets influence domestic politics, quality of life, diplomatic efforts, and can be the primary driver of conflict. As
such, economics holds a central position in any international relations issue. This is even more true in the current
era of globalization where local economic conditions have effects that go beyond a country’s borders.

Asia’s robust economic performance over the past couple of decades preceding has captured the attention of
the world with many characterizing the 21st century to be the Asian Century marked by economic and market
dominance. In this track, delegates will have an opportunity to examine the sources of this remarkable economic
growth and explore various perspectives on economics and global markets. With development coming hand in
hand with disruption, delegates will also delve into crucial issues that the Asia-Pacific region faces regarding
resources, currencies, and capital.
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Panel

Social Policy and Justice

As the world progresses, rising tides have not necessarily raised all boats equally. Income inequality, humanitarian
crises, natural disasters, and resource scarcity naturally affect some countries and ethnic groups over others.
Within the same geopolitical boundaries, ethnic warfare or gender-based discrimination challenges large swathes
of the population.

Ultimately, we are all human, even if we are not regulated by the same governing bodies, and even if we are
divided by mountains or waters. How the international community should come together and address these issues
multilaterally is central to an ethical humanity.

In this track, delegates will explore what it means to be just, and how to balance a nation’s loyalty to its citizens
with the larger burden of justice on a global scale. Delegates will examine recent and emerging crises and construct
a deeper understanding of effective response to these situations in the future

Panel

Technology and Innovation

Technology has become the enabler of innovation and disruption. Disrupting healthcare. Disrupting politics.
Disrupting finance. But aside from the applications of technology, international relations must celebrate
technology itself.

This track will celebrate the most recent advancements in human knowledge, including cutting-edge topics such
as blockchain as well as new innovations in traditional business models. Recently, Asia has plunged itself into the
heart of technological innovation. In fact, many Asian countries have developed and implemented technological
advancements that have leapfrogged the western world. However, thinking of expansion outside of the Asian region
is still a sore spot for many Asian entrepreneurs. This track aims to address the struggles that entrepreneurs in
Asia face when looking to expand outside of the Asian market and will offer insight into strategies for effective
growth into foreign markets.

In this track, delegates will listen to and interact with top scientists and innovators from all over the world,
hear their stories and their thought processes, and sharpen their understanding of future trends in innovation,
particularly in Asia.

For more information about conference programming, please visit:

https://www.hpair.org/asia-conference-2018/conference-programming/#tab-id-1
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HPAIRx
Ever watched a Ted Talk and think, “Wow, I could do that?” If so, HPAIRx is the event for you! HPAIRx is a yearly
speaker series featuring 5 keynote speeches from our incredibly talented delegates. This is an unprecedented and
unique opportunity to give a short talk (around 8 minutes) to all of HPAIR. Speeches in the past have revolved
around service work, inspiring life stories, or technological innovations. As a committee, we love highlighting
delegates and listening to your stories is one of our greatest traditions.

Impact Challenge
Scheduled to span the lion’s share of conference programming on Day 4, the Impact Challenge is an opportunity
for delegates to tackle interdisciplinary real-world problems, gain practical and career-oriented skills, learn
from mentors with backgrounds and experiences relevant to delegates’ areas of interests, work in small teams
to develop closer relationships with other delegates, and create a tangible output to enrich their conference
experience. Please note that a laptop will be needed to do research in this component.

IC competitions from previous conferences and those planned for the 2018 Asia Conference cover a wide array of
topics such as examining business case studies, creating metrics to define national aggregate power, computerizing
cultural games, pitching startups to venture capitalists and more. Impact Challenge partners for the 2017 Asia
Conference in Sydney included Huawei, UNICEF Australia, Deloitte, and the United States Centre at the University
of Sydney. More details about partner organizations and IC competitions for the 2018 Asia Conference will be
provided on HPAIR Portal.

Pitch Competition
As one of the Impact Challenges at the 2018 HPAIR Asia Conference, delegates will have the opportunity to
participate in HPAIR’s first ever Pitch Competition. Delegates will be matched up with teams prior to the conference
and given a topic or problem selected by the Pitch Competition sponsor.

The Pitch Competition will be organized jointly by HPAIR and Lair East. Lair East is a New York-based community
that helps startups grow by focusing on tech and culture by leveraging investment and networking resources.
Between China and the United States, Lair East has a powerful and collective ecosystem that includes international
community for entrepreneurs, co-working spaces, investment supports, accelerator programs, and a bridge for
China-US culture exchange.
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Field Trip
Scheduled for Day 5 of the conference, Field Trips are designed to give delegates on-the-ground exposure to
ideas explored in panels and seminars by visiting unique working environments in the host city and country as
well as the opportunity to exchange knowledge with mentors who have backgrounds and experiences relevant to
delegates’ areas of interest. Field trips are slated to include a small-scale tour at the host organization, a panel
discussion with organization representatives extending discussions from track panels, and a networking session
following the panel discussion.

Career Networking Reception

Career Networking Reception on Day 5 of the conference will connect delegates to organizations spanning
industries, NGOs, and postgraduate fellowships. HPAIR delegates in the early stages of their careers will benefit
from the opportunity to learn more from organization representatives about full-time and internship opportunities
at the represented organizations to further delegates’ career paths. HPAIR is excited to announce that we will
be partnering with GRADUAN for the career networking reception - Malaysia’s leading and most trusted career
resource for talents, guiding them in their journey to become part of the energetic workforce.

Organizations represented at the Career Networking Reception for the HPAIR 2017 Asia Conference in Sydney
included Deloitte, Blackmores, and the Australian Department of Education and Training, among others. More
details about the organizations represented at the 2018 Asia Conference networking reception will be available
before the conference.
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Overall

SCHEDULE
Day 1 Day 2 Day 3
August 16 August 17 August 18
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration and Opening Ceremony Plenary

Pre-Conference Tour
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Sunway University
Break Campus Tour
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Opening Ceremony Lunch
Carcosa Seri Negara
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Plenary
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Design Your Life
Workshop
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Track Panels
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Tea Break
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Seminars
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Break
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Tea Break 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM

International Night
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Jeffrey Cheah Hall
HPAIRx

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Break

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Malaysia Night
Sunway Lagoon Surf Beach
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Day 4 Day 5
August 19 August 20
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Impact Challenge Track Panels

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Lunch Lunch

1:00 PM - 4:30 PM 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Impact Challenge (continued) Field Trips

4:30 PM - 5:00 PM 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Bid Info Session / Tea Break Break

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Impact Challenge (continued) Corporate Networking Reception

& Closing Ceremony
7:00 PM
New World Hotel
Free Night for Delegates,
no HPAIR organized programming 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Break and Transport to After Party

11:00 PM - 2:00 AM

After Party
The Diplomat
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DAY 1 16 August, Thursday Dress Code

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Long Pants, T-shirt,
Kuala Lumpur Covered Shoes

Pre-Conference Tour

Batu Caves Wilayah Persekutuan Mosque Thean Hou Temple

Batu Caves is a limestone hill that has a series of caves
and cave temples in Gombak, Selangor, Malaysia. The
cave is one of the most popular Hindu shrines outside
India, and is dedicated to Lord Murugan. It is the focal
point of the Hindu festival of Thaipusam in Malaysia.
The Wilayah Persekutuan Mosque is the 44th mosque The Thean Hou Temple is a 6-tiered temple to the
built by the Government in the Federal Territory. The Chinese sea goddess, Mazu. The temple was built by
mosque can accommodate up to 17,000 worshippers Hainanese living in Malaysia and the property belongs
at any one time. The mosque’s design is a blend of to and is run by the Selangor & Federal Territory Hainan
Ottoman and Malay architectural styles, heavily Association.
influenced by the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey.

Option 1 (USD 10) Option 2 (USD 5)

9:00 AM Departure from Sunway University Own Lunch at Sunway University
11:00 AM
Cafeteria
9:30 AM Batu Caves
11:30 AM Depart from Sunway University
11:00 AM Packed Lunch
12:00 PM Batu Caves
11:30 AM Wilayah Persekutuan Mosque
3:00 PM Arrival at Sunway University
1:30 PM Thean Hou Temple
Included in the Package: Transportation Fares, Tour Guides by
3:00 PM Arrival at Sunway University
the Organizing Committee
Included in the Package: Lunch, Transportation Fares,
Tour Guides by the Organizing Committee

HOW TO SIGN UP?

Upon registration and payment of registration fees, select the T-shirt
and Pre-Conference Tour Options on the portal itself.
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COMPLIMENTARY WI-FI
24/7 Wi-Fi Internet access is available in all common and public areas of the main Sunway
campus building and Sunway Monash Residence. To gain access to our complimentary Wi-Fi
service on campus, kindly connect to:

Wi-Fi Name: SunwayEdu Username: segevent Password: W3llcome

General Information

POWER SOCKET
Malaysia uses the 230/240 volts -50Hz power sockets of
plug type G. Most have an earth pin. Please ensure you have
the appropriate adaptor to ensure you can charge your
electronic devices.

EMERGENCY CONTACTS
Please store the following numbers for the unlikely event of an emergency:
• Sunway Medical Centre: +60 3 7491 1162
• Police: 999
• Bandar Sunway Police Station: +603 5638 2122
• Other Emergency: +61 406 092 598 (Jack Oung)

COUNSELLOR SERVICES
• Sunway Counselling & Wellness Unit : 03-74918622 ext. 3027 / 3022 / 3023
Operation hours : Mondays - Fridays, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
• Befrienders (24/7) : 03-79568145

POSTAL SERVICES
Pos Malaysia Sunway Pyramid
Operation hours: 10 AM – 6 PM
Address: 3, Jalan PJS 11/15, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor

FRIENDLY REMINDERS
• All programmes are specially arranged for you, hence attendance is required.
• Punctuality is of the essence for all activities and programmes.
• Please be reminded to dress neatly and appropriately according to the dress codes stated.
• Sunway campus is a smoke-free, vape-free & chewing gum-free campus.
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CONFERENCE ATTIRE
The HPAIR 2018 Asia Conference is a professional event and business attire is required
throughout the duration of the conference, with three important exceptions. First, please note
that the Opening Ceremony dress code is Smart Casual, as it will be held semi-outdoors.
Second, please note that the dress code for Malaysia Night is casual. Finally, we encourage you
to parade the colours by wearing casual/cultural attire for iNight.
General Information

MEALS
Lunch will be provided on all days of the conference except for Day 1. Dinner will be provided on
all days of the conference except for Day 4, on which delegates will have a free night to explore
the city. All dietary restrictions and allergies submitted during registration will be accounted for.
If you forgot to submit a dietary restriction or allergy during registration, please email
help@hpair.org.

CURRENCY
Malaysia’s national currency is Ringgit Malaysia (RM), which comes in denominations of RM1,
RM5, RM10, RM20, RM50 and RM100 notes. Coins come in 5, 10, 20 and 50 cent pieces.
Currently, the exchange rate is approximately RM1 MYR = $0.25 USD.

It is highly recommended to carry cash in Malaysia. While card/digital payments have become
more widespread, only larger stores accept these methods of payment. Furthermore, foreign
credit cards may incur additional surcharges. Major supermarkets and department store
chains do not charge additional credit card surcharges, but some small restaurants or private
merchants may.

MasterCard, Visa, UnionPay and JCB are generally accepted in Malaysia, with Visa and MasterCard
most widely accepted. Credit cards are accepted at major supermarket and department store
chains and many tourist destinations but may not be accepted in most smaller stores. Traveller’s
cheques are not widely accepted in Malaysia.

Currency exchange is available at banks, hotels and international airports. Malaysian banks
offer the same range of services typical in most nations, and Automated Teller Machines (ATMs)
are widespread.
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TIPPING
Malaysia has a non-tipping culture. Hence, you are not required to tip. Some restaurants may
have tipping jars but they are not commonly used.

MOBILE PHONE
Among the more popular telco providers in Malaysia are Maxis, Celcom, Digi, uMobile and
General Information

Tune Talk.

The cheapest and easiest way to get yourself communicating is to bring your own unlocked
phone and buy a SIM card. SIM cards are available for purchase at phone shops and you
can find them at the airport or in almost all shopping centres. The staff at phone shops will
register and activate SIM cards for you. It is advisable that you buy your SIM with prepaid
credits as it is the cheapest option. You can recharge your credit online or buy recharge cards
at any supermarket or post office and at most service (gas) stations. Malaysian law requires
you to have positive photo ID to buy a SIM or phone. A passport is sufficient.

Check out the links below for major network operators’ prepaid plans:

https://www.hotlink.com.my/en/plans/red.html
http://www.celcom.com.my/personal/prepaid
https://new.digi.com.my/prepaid-plans
https://www.u.com.my/prepaid
https://tunetalk.com/my/en/coolplan/data/datatata-plan
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About Malaysia

Weather
The four seasons do not exist in Malaysia; instead we have summer all year round! However, weather
conditions do vary slightly depending on when and where in the country you visit. In August, the east coast
usually sees favorable climate conditions, especially ideal for snorkeling and diving. The west coast, on the
other hand, is normally humid with short-lived, heavy downpours. Borneo (Sabah & Sarawak) have dry, sunny
days and blue skies as the norm. Minimal rainfall creates ideal conditions for jungle walking and trekking.
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About Malaysia

Food and Drinks

Malaysia is a country not only blessed with beautiful beaches and cities that never sleep but also mouth-
watering delicacies that will leave an unforgettable memory on your taste-buds. The richness of Malaysia’s
food heritage primarily comprises Malay, Chinese, and Indian influences. (Warning: debates over dish origins
can turn nasty in these parts - such is the passion of the region’s food lovers!) From Nasi Lemak, Roti Canai,
Char Kuey Teow, Rojak and more, Malaysia is truly a food paradise. We hope you can take spicy food, as many
of our most famous dishes are spicy. Yet even if you don’t, we assure you that plenty of other delicacies will
suit to your liking.

Legal Restrictions
Please be aware that Malaysia enforces very strict drug laws. Anyone possessing any controlled substances
may be levied a heavy fine, deported out of the country immediately, or imprisoned. Engaging in drug
trafficking in Malaysia is punishable by death, and the courts take this law seriously. The Dangerous Drugs
Act states that anyone possessing more than 15 g or more heroin/morphine; 1kg or more opium (raw or
prepared); 200 g or more cannabis; and 40 g or more cocaine will be treated to be a drug trafficker and will
be tried as such.

Meanwhile, the legal drinking age in Malaysia is 21 years old. While drinking alcohol is legal in Malaysia,
driving under the influence of alcohol is not.
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About Malaysia

Transportation
RIDE-HAILING

Rideshare apps such as Grab are a popular option due to their accessibility and reasonable pricing. We
recommend you download the Grab app (available on iOS and Android) for your travelling convenience.

We have formed a partnership with Grab for HPAIR 2018 Asia Conference delegates. Use “HPAIR18” as your
promo code to get RM 5 off 2 rides. The offer is valid for rides to and from Sunway University from 16 August
to 20 August, limited to the first 600 rides with a maximum of 200 rides daily using GrabPay.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

Public transport is relatively well-developed across Kuala Lumpur. The city’s public transportation system
comprises trains, light rail, and buses which link major attractions across the city. Among the landmarks
that are easily accessible by public transport are the Petronas Twin Towers (LRT: KLCC Station), Central
Market Cultural Centre (LRT/MRT: Pasar Seni Station), National Museum (MRT: Muzium Negara Station) and
National Mosque (KTM: Kuala Lumpur Station).

For train rides, single-ride passes are generally available for purchase at ticket machines and counters. If
you are planning to use public transport for most of your travelling, we recommend you purchase a Touch ‘n
Go (TnG) card for around RM20 (USD4.70), which includes RM10 (USD2.35) of stored credit. The card is a
reloadable contactless smartcard that lets you tap in and out of trains and buses while also offering lower
fares. These cards are available at the airport or at any major train station, and can be reloaded at most retail
outlets and convenience store counters.
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GO-KL CITY BUS

For many travelers, this is the easiest way to get around KL. The GO KL City Bus is a free city bus service
with four routes that cover most major tourist attractions, including Bukit Bintang, Chinatown, and KLCC.
The pink GO KL buses are hard to miss and can be boarded at any of their stops, running every 15 minutes.
Each bus is fully air-conditioned and offers free Wi-Fi. A full route map of the Go KL city bus can be found
here. Click here for more information about the GoKL City Bus.
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Things to Do
Malaysia, and especially Kuala Lumpur, has a myriad of attractions to offer. As part of the experience of
attending an international conference is exploring the host city, we have put together a list of Kuala Lumpur’s
most popular sightseeing spots to help you plan your time.

Petronas Twin Towers

The world’s tallest twin structures, the 88-storey Petronas Twin Towers were designed by renowned
architect Cesar Pelli. They are famously joined at the 41st and 42nd floors (175m above street level)
by a 58-metre long double decker Sky Bridge. Located in the KL city centre, the Petronas Twin Towers’
architecture is Islamic-inspired and the buildings primarily house the corporate headquarters of the
Petronas Company and other offices. Set on Level 86 is Petronas Twin Towers’ observation deck, where
visitors can get a closeup view of the tower’s spire as well as digital displays and exhibit of the tower’s
history. The double-decked Skybridge at the Petronas Twin Towers is one of its major draws as it offers
amazing views of the city. Apart from allowing tenants of the towers to move from one building to the
other without having to go to ground level, the Skybridge also functions as an emergency exit route. Do
note a pass is required to enter the bridge, so make sure to get there early as queues can be long.
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Things to Do

KL Tower

Constructed in 1994, the KL Tower stands at 421 metres and effortlessly trumps the Petronas Twin Towers
with the highest and most spectacular view of the city. This gleaming tower’s spindle-like apex is visible
from almost anywhere in Kuala Lumpur. The tower is erected atop the Bukit Nanas (Pineapple Hill) Forest
Reserve – the oldest gazetted forest reserve in the country, which houses age-old trees as well as flora and
fauna indigenous to Malaysia’s tropical climate. It is the fifth-tallest telecommunications tower in the world.

Central Market

Central Market is one of KL’s most familiar landmarks and a popular tourist attraction. Built in 1928, it is
a short walk away from Petaling Street, along Jalan Hang Kasturi. Also called Pasar Seni, it used to be a
wet market but in the early 1980s was revamped into a handicrafts outlet. The focus for the city’s artistic
community, inside the building is a warren of boutiques, handicraft and souvenir stalls with traders selling
local merchandise such as authentic Malaysian batik prints and more. Central Market is located on the
opposite bank of the Dayabumi Complex and is an art-deco style building with local ‘Baroque’ trimmings. A
Malaysian cultural landmark and similar to London’s Covent Garden or San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf,
Central Market has been classified as a Heritage Site by the National Heritage Department.
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Things to Do

Batu Caves

Batu Caves, one of Kuala Lumpur’s most frequented tourist attractions, is a limestone hill comprising three
major caves and a number of smaller ones. Located approximately 11km to the north of Kuala Lumpur, this
100-year-old temple features idols and statues erected inside the main caves and around it. Incorporated
with interior limestone formations said to be around 400 million years old, the temple is considered an
important religious landmark by Hindus. Cathedral Cave – the largest and most popular cavern in Batu
Caves – houses several Hindu shrines beneath its 100-metre-high arched ceiling. At the foot of Batu Hill are
two other cave temples – the Art Gallery Cave and Museum Cave – which houses numerous Hindu statues
and paintings.

Sultan Abdul Samad Building

The Sultan Abdul Samad Building is among Kuala Lumpur’s earliest Moorish-style buildings. It is set to the
east of Independence Square (Dataran Merdeka) and the Royal Selangor Club. It was built in 1897 and was
named after the reigning sultan of Selangor at the time. The distinguished landmark originally served as
the secretariat for the colonial British administration. Designed by AC Norman, the architect responsible
for Masjid Jamek (Jamek Mosque), the historically-significant building used to house the superior courts of
Malaysia: the Federal Court of Malaysia, the Court of Appeals and the High Court of Malaya, before they
moved to the current administration capital Putrajaya.
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Things to Do

Sunway Lagoon Theme Park

With a variety of watery rides on offer and plenty of dry-land activities too, there are few more fun ways to
spend a day than cooling down at Sunway. Water slides that whirl and twirl, a manmade ‘river’ ride, a surf
beach, a wave pool, a 360° revolving pirate ship and more. Built on the site of a former tin mine and quarry,
it encompasses a total of five different zones – the Water Park, Scream Park, Amusement Park, Extreme Park
and Wildlife Park.

Perdana Botanical Gardens

The Perdana Botanical Gardens, set within the Tun Abdul Razak Heritage Park, contain the largest collection
of flower gardens and animal parks in Kuala Lumpur city centre. Also called Lake Gardens, this centrally-
located recreational park is best visited during the weekends, when it’s packed with locals enjoying various
activities on the main square as well as along its many lakefront trails and landscaped hills. One of its
standout features is the Orchid Garden, which is a five-minute walk from the Kuala Lumpur Bird Park. This
flower garden spans 10,000 square metres, housing walking paths and manmade fountains, as well as a
semi-circle pergola and rock garden that house 800 species of orchids from both climbing and terrestrial
varieties.
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Things to Do

National Mosque

The National Mosque of Malaysia has a large capacity of 15,000 people and is surrounded by lush greenery.
The Mosque’s notable features are its 73 meter high minarets and its 16 pointed star concrete roof. The
main roof’s design was inspired by the idea of an open umbrella, while the minarets evoke closed umbrellas.
Constructed in a bold concrete style, it is symbolic of the aspirations of a then newly independent Malaysia.
It is open to the public, including non-Muslims, with proper dress code.

Sri Mahamariamman Temple

The Sri Mahamariamman Temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Kuala Lumpur. Founded in 1873, it is situated
at the edge of Chinatown in Jalan Bandar. In 1968, a new structure was built, featuring the ornate ‘Raja
Gopuram’ tower in the style of South Indian temples. From its inception, the temple provided an important
place of worship for early Indian immigrants and is now an important cultural and national heritage. The
temple was named after the popular Hindu deity, Mariamman, looked upon as protector of Tamils during
sojourns to foreign lands. In keeping with Hindu tradition, the temple is consecrated once every 12 years.
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Things to Do

Thean Hou Temple

Sitting atop leafy Robson Heights, this grand multi-storey Chinese temple, dedicated to Thean Hou, the
heavenly queen, affords wonderful views over Kuala Lumpur. Opened in 1989, it serves as both a house
of worship and a functional space for events such as weddings. In recent years, it’s also become a tourist
attraction in its own right, especially during Chinese festival times and the birthdays of the various temple
gods. There are great views from the temple’s upper decks, where you can also get close-up views of the
mosaic dragons and phoenixes adorning the eaves.

Suria KLCC

Suria KLCC shopping centre is an impressive six-storey building at the foot of the Petronas Twin Towers
in Kuala Lumpur city centre. Despite its modern design, Suria KLCC features little touches reminiscent of
classic European malls, including plenty of greenery, white geometric-patterned marble floors and exposed
glass panels that let in natural light.
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Things to Do

Sunway Pyramid

Sunway Pyramid is a shopping mall located in Subang Jaya, Selangor which opened in July 1997. It is
Malaysia’s first themed shopping and entertainment mall with an Egyptian design. The mall consists of
several shopping precincts, which are Fashion Central, Oasis Boulevard, Asian Avenue and Marrakesh and
comprises over 900 outlets.

1 Utama Shopping Centre

1 Utama Shopping Centre is situated in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. Its gross built-up area totals 5,000,000
square feet (465,000 m²). It is the largest shopping mall in Malaysia and the seventh largest in the world.
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CHECKLIST
Passport

Visa application (if applicable)

Laptop / Tablet for Impact Challenge

Sufficient cash in Ringgit Malaysia

Light clothes for Malaysian weather

Basic stationery (Pen and notebook)

Installation of HPAIR app on mobile device

Installation of Grab Rideshare app

An open mind
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