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The First African Convention in Malaysia
Themed "The Effect of Brain Drain or Skilled Labour Migration on Economic Development: A Global Perspective "
The increasing number of foreign students studying in public and private higher learning institutions in Malaysia has brought positive impact to the country, said Deputy chied Minister Tan Sri Dr George Chan Hong Nam. The presence of Africans in Malaysia had further enriched the multiracial mosaic of this country, said Dr Chan when opening the African Students Convention 2005 here yesterday.
"Their participation in our local events and functions such as the annual Kuching Festival such last year enabled them to showcase the rich cultural heritage of their respective countries and this in trun leads to an appreciation of the diverse cultural heritage in our country,"he said. He hoped the convention, themed "Effect of Brain Drain or Skilled labour migration on Economic Development: A Global perspective" would be a wonderful opportunity for Africans, Malaysians as well as other nationalites to meet each other in the spirit of friendship.
Being the first African Convention organised by the African Students Association of INTI College Sarawak, he disclosed that the convention was the best platform to learn each other's culture and enable grater cultural appreciation among the different nationalities in the country.
Mr. Anthony Claret Onwutalobi, the Organising Chairman of the event and the President of the African Students Association reiterated in his speech that Africa is evolving with a pragmatic progress and the sentiment of African Solidarity and unity are deeeply rooted and has always found expression in our Association. Mr. Claret said that the purpose of this Convention is for all future African leaders to explore on the vision for our future Africa. He extends his warm greeting to the Guest of honour at the event, Deputy Chief Minister of sarawak, The Nigeria Ambassador to Malaysia, The Libyan ,Namibia Kenya, South Africa, Indonesia, China, Botwsna Embassy represenatitives and all the attendes. However, Dr, Chan also said in his speech "that the state would continue to explore more opportunities in African countries in the timber industry
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