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Conference Venue |
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Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur
Located in city centre and adjacent to the tree-lined paths and flowering gardens of the Kuala Lumpur City Centre Park. The world Famous Petronas Twin Towers are a two-minute walk from the hotel and equally close by are the designer shops, local markets and colourful street stalls. Contact details of the hotel are as follows: |
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Address: Mandarin Oriental Hotel, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Tel:+603 2380 8888
Fax: +603 2380 883
Website: www.mandarinoriental.com/kualalumpur |
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Attire |
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| Events |
Attire |
| Welcome Reception on 19 October 2009 |
Business Attire |
| Conference sessions |
Business Attire |
| Closing Dinner on 22 October 2009 |
National/Traditional Costume |
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Insurance & Liability |
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Participants are advised to secure their own insurance to cover loss incurred in case of cancellation, medical expenses and damage or loss of personal properties. |
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Passport & VISA |
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Visitors to Malaysia must hold a valid passport or travel document with a minimum validity of six months beyond the intended visiting period. Most nationalities do not require visas for social or business visits. For further information, please visit the Malaysian Immigration Department’s website at www.imi.gov.my or the website of Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Malaysia at www.kln.gov.my. Alternatively, you can contact the nearest Malaysian diplomatic mission or Tourism Malaysia office in your country. |
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Letter of Invitation |
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To facilitate registrants’ visa application, registrants may make a request in writing for a letter of invitation to attend the Conference from our FAIR Secretariat. |
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Airport Departure Tax |
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The airport departure tax for international flights is MYR45. Infants below 2 years old are exempted. |
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Business Hours |
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Generally, most private sector offices and government departments are open from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm on weekdays. |
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Climate |
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Hot and humid all year, Malaysia has an equatorial climate with temperatures ranging from 22 to 32 degrees Celsius in the lowlands. Average rainfall is 200-250 cm. In view of this, light clothing is advised. |
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Currency & Foreign Exchange |
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The Malaysian Ringgit (MYR or RM) is the unit currency used in Malaysia. The exchange rate is approximately RM3.50 per US dollar. Money exchange outlets are available at both the arrival and eparture terminals of the airport as well as in major hotels and banks. |
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Credit Cards & Travellers Cheques |
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Major credit cards (i.e. MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Diners Club,) are widely accepted in Malaysia and can be used to obtain cash advances at banks and automatic teller machines (ATMs).
Travellers cheques are accepted by all banks, hotels and large department stores. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, it is advised that the traveller's cheques are in Pounds Sterling, US Dollars or Australian Dollars. |
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Electricity Voltage |
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The electricity supply in Malaysia is 220-250 AC Volts. |
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Food |
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In multiracial Malaysia, every type of cooking from southeast Asia can be tasted. Malay food concentrates on subtleties of taste using a blend of spices, ginger, coconut milk and peanuts. There are many regional types of Chinese cooking including Cantonese, Peking, Hakka, Sichuan and Taiwanese. Indian and Indonesian food is also popular. Korean, Thai and western food are available as well in restaurants throughout the country. As the country’s community is largely Muslim, halal food is widely available. |
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Duty Free Concession |
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The following goods may be imported into Malaysia without incurring customs duty:
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200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 225g of tobacco. |
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1 litre of spirits or wine or malt liquor. |
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Cosmetics, perfume, soaps and toothpaste up to the value of RM200. |
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Gifts and souvenirs not exceeding a total value of RM200. |
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100 matches. |
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A total of RM75 for dutiable food preparations. |
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A maximum three pieces of new wearing apparel, plus one pair of new footwear. |
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One unit of each portable electrical or battery-operated appliance for personal care and hygiene. |
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Time Zone |
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Malaysia is 8 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and 16 hours ahead of the United States Pacific Standard Time. |
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Discover Malaysia |
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For comprehensive tourist information on Malaysia, please visit the website of Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board at www.tourismmalaysia.gov.my. |
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Tipping |
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Tipping is usually not necessary. Most hotels and large restaurants add a 10% service charge in addition to the 5% government tax to the bills. |
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Narcotics |
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Trafficking or illegal drugs carries the mandatory death penalty in Malaysia upon conviction. |
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Enquiries |
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For any enquiries, please contact the F.A.I.R 2009 Secretariat at fair2009@malaysian-re.com.my |
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Prayer Times |
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| Date |
Subuh |
Shuruk |
Dzuhur |
Asar |
Maghrib |
Isha' |
| 19 Oct'09 |
5.48 am |
7.06 am |
1.15 pm |
4.28 pm |
7.20 pm |
8.30 pm |
| 20 Oct'09 |
5.48 am |
7.06 am |
1.15 pm |
4.28 pm |
7.20 pm |
8.30 pm |
| 21 Oct'09 |
5.48 am |
7.06 am |
1.15 pm |
4.28 pm |
7.20 pm |
8.30 pm |
| 22 Oct'09 |
5.46 am |
7.04 am |
1.14 pm |
4.29 pm |
7.19 pm |
8.30 pm |
| 23 Oct'09 |
5.46 am |
7.04 am |
1.14 pm |
4.29 pm |
7.19 pm |
8.30 pm |
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