As part of the continued engagement with the Academy of Sciences Malaysia under the Ministry of Economy, MIMA took part in the Industry Engagement Workshop held in Kuala Lumpur on 14 October 2025 — a pivotal step towards finalising the Malaysia Blue Economy Blueprint (MBEB). MIMA, through its Centre for Straits of Malacca (SOM), is leading […]
Dato’ Monaliza Suhaimi, Director General of the Maritime Institute of Malaysia (MIMA), paid a courtesy call to Datin Paduka Dr. Adina Kamarudin, Director General of Maritime Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA). The meeting served as part of the preparations for the upcoming 8th MIMA South China Sea Conference, scheduled for 17–18 November 2025. MIMA expresses its […]
On 8 October 2025, the Malaysian Institute of Defence and Security (MiDAS) and Bait Al-Amanah co-organised the Roundtable Discussion and Policy Paper Launch: “Building Resilience Through Integration: The Future of Malaysia’s Maritime Strategy”, officiated by the Malaysian Minister of Defence, YB Dato’ Seri Haji Mohamed Khaled Nordin. In his keynote address, the Minister highlighted the importance […]
The Maritime Institute of Malaysia (MIMA) participated in the 3rd ASEAN Blue Economy Forum, held on 29 September 2025 in Sabah, which brought together policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and development partners to advance ASEAN’s Blue Economy agenda. The forum focused on sustainable maritime economy, ocean governance, blue finance, marine resource management, and maritime innovation, underscoring the […]
As the Santuni MADANI programme draws near, MIMA convened its second coordination meeting at Kg Parit Hj Anuar, Muar, Johor — reaffirming its commitment to ensuring every detail is in place for a meaningful and impactful implementation. Chaired by YB Dato Hj Mohd Fuad Turikin, ADUN Naning, and YBhg. Dato’ Monaliza Suhaimi, Director General of MIMA, […]
The Maritime Institute of Malaysia (MIMA) advocated for ASEAN-level policy at the 49th ASEAN Maritime Transport Working Group (MTWG) Meeting held in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam, from 30 September to 2 October 2025. Chaired by Captain (Ret.) Zil Husam bin Haji Abdul Rahman, Chief Executive of the Maritime and Port Authority of Brunei Darussalam (MPABD), […]
MIMA representatives attended the Validation Workshop on the Sea Transport Sector: Impact Study of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Digital and the Green Economy on the Malaysian Workforce, organised by TalentCorp. The session served as a valuable platform to exchange insights on the evolving landscape of digitalisation and sustainability within Malaysia’s maritime workforce. As MIMA continues to champion evidence-based […]
Sri Lanka: 9-11 Sept. 2025 MIMA was honoured to be invited to the 6th IORA Blue Carbon Hub Think Tank Symposium which was hosted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism of Sri Lanka, in collaboration with the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA). The three-day programme, which comprised of a two-day symposium and day-field […]
Raaga Manjari Annathurai, Centre for Ocean Law and Policy,Maritime Institute of Malaysia As Malaysia assumes the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) chairmanship in 2025, its leadership comes at a crucial time when digital infrastructure and connectivity are more critical than ever. This coincides with Malaysia’s role in the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council for […]
MIMA is honoured to receive a courtesy visit from Vice Admiral Justin Jones AO CSC RAN, Chief of Joint Operations of the Australian Defence Force, welcomed by our Director-General YBhg. Dato’ Monaliza Suhaimi. The delegation also included representatives from the Australian Border Force, the Australian High Commission, Superintendent Brooke Leung, Defence Advisor Corey Shillabeer, and ADC […]