Kuala Lumpur hosts the third I-Nation Global Summit, a three-day event organised by MRANTI, on November 29, 2024. The 2024 summit is themed “Collaborate. Innovate. Elevate.”, brings together tech innovators, policymakers, and business leaders to address pressing global challenges and drive sustainable solutions. Among the eminent speakers are the Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia, Minister of Science, Technology & Innovation, the Minister of Health, and Dinis Guarda.
Kuala Lumpur is set to host the third edition of the I-Nation Global Summit 2024, a highly anticipated three-day event organised by MRANTI. Taking place from 2-4 December 2024 at Nexus, Connexion, Bangsar South, the summit is positioned as more than just a conference—it is a platform for addressing critical global challenges through collaboration, innovation, and actionable solutions.
Under the theme “Collaborate. Innovate. Elevate.”, the summit aims to unite leaders and changemakers from across sectors to confront pressing issues such as climate change, healthcare, and food security. The event brings together experts in technology, business, and policy to foster partnerships that yield immediate impact on both a global scale and within Malaysia.
I-Nation Global Summit 2024: An overview
The I-Nation Global Summit 2024 is a three-day event hosted by MRANTI, a Malaysian government agency that fosters innovation and entrepreneurship.
This year’s summit, themed “Collaborate. Innovate. Elevate.”, is designed to bring together tech innovators, policymakers, business leaders, and social innovators to address global challenges and shape a sustainable future.
YAB Dato’ Sri Haji Fadillah Haji Yusof, Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia, YB Tuan Chang Lih Kang, Minister of Science, Technology & Innovation, YB Datuk Seri Haji Dr. Dzulkefly Ahmad, Minister of Health, Datuk Ts. Dr. Mohd Nor Azman Hassan, Deputy Secretary-General, Ministry of Science, Technology & Innovation, and Dinis Guarda, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Ztudium are amongst the esteemed speakers at the event.
Key highlights of the I-Nation Global Summit 2024
The I-Nation Global Summit 2024 promises to be a transformative event, with its themes and sessions centered around innovation, sustainability, and the impact of emerging technologies.
Amongst the key dialogues is ‘Malaysia’s efforts in advancing sustainable agriculture and robust food systems’, with contributions from leaders such as Datuk Wira Dr. Rais Hussin Hj Mohamed Ariff, Chief Executive Officer, MRANTI, Khairy Jamaluddin, Former Minister of Science, Technology & Innovation, Prof. Dr. Jomo Kwame Sundaram, Research Advisor, Khazanah Research Institute, and Sim Tze Tzin, Member of Parliament and Former Deputy Minister of Agriculture & Food Industries.
The discussion on ‘Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automation: Navigating the New Job Market with the Rise of AI and Automation’ examines how these advancements are reshaping the global job market and workforce dynamics, featuring insights from industry leaders like Sabrina Haris, Chief People Officer, MRANTI, Aireen Omar, President (Investment & Ventures), Capital A Berhad, Ai Rene Tan, Country Manager, Robert Walters, and Dinis Guarda, author, researcher, thought leader, advisor, creator of Ztudium Group, Businessabc, Citiesabc, and Wisdomia.ai.
The summit further delves into critical intersections of technology and intellectual property, healthcare, and entrepreneurship. A powertalk on ‘Marrying Innovation and Entrepreneurship in a Global Ecosystem: Insights for Launching and Scaling Up Startups’ by Safuan Zairi, Chief Ecosystem Officer, MRANTI and Jack Melcher-Claesson, Head of Accelerate, Epicenter Sweden.
The panels on ‘Intellectual Property in the Realm of Artificial Intelligence: Application of AI in IP validation’ will be moderated by Melissa Idris, Anchor, Astro Awani. Dinis Guarda, Biruntha Mooruthi, Chief Executive Officer, TechCom Ventures, Mohd Syaufiq Abdul Latif, Legal Officer, MyIPO are the speakers in this panel.
Speakers at ‘Effect of 4IR Technologies on Healthcare, Application of 4IR in Healthcare’ panel include Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr. Juliana Johari, Chief Digital Officer, UiTM, Dr. Vivek Jason Jayaraj, Deputy Director (Analytics & Informatics), Digital Health Division, MOH, Dato’ Prof. Ir. Dr. Mohammed Rafiq Dato’ Abdul Kadir, Professor of Biomedical Engineering, UM, and moderated by Prof. Dr. Sazzli Kasim, Cardiologist, UiTM.
The Healthtech Conference is themed around ‘Empowering the HealthTech Ecosystem: Government Agencies Driving Innovation and Growth in Malaysia’. Dr. Firdaus Hanapiah, Founder & Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon at KPF Dental, will deliver a HealthTech Keynote on ;3D Maxillofacial Technology: Revolutionising Personalised Healthcare and Surgical Precision’, the Ministry of Health will give the HealthTech Summary.
The event will also feature a keynote on ‘Collaborating for a Healthier Future: How Innovation Can Elevate National Healthcare Outcomes’ by YB Dato’ Lukanisman Awang Sauni, Deputy Minister of Health.
The Deputy Minister of Health, YB Dato’ Lukanisman Awang Sauni, will also luanch MaHTAS website.
The CEO of MRANTI, Datuk Wira Dr. Rais Hussin Hj Mohamed Ariff, will deliver the I-Nation 2024 Summary, Success Stories, Upcoming Projects, MoU Announcement. MRANTI will also exchange MOA with Cybersecurity Malaysia. The other big announcements at the event include the soft launch of the ASEAN Startup Portal, Officiate by YB Tuan Chang Lih Kang, Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation.
Finally, YB Tuan Chang Lih Kang, Minister of Science, Technology & Innovation, will deliver the closing session.
A vision of local impact with global reach
One of the primary goals of the I-Nation Global Summit is to position Malaysia as a hub for global tech and innovation. By connecting local innovators with international stakeholders, the event serves as a launchpad for Malaysian entrepreneurs to gain exposure, attract investments, and elevate their projects on a global stage.
The summit underscores the importance of mission-driven progress, providing a platform for meaningful discussions and impactful solutions. Its focus on addressing urgent challenges, such as climate resilience and food security, aligns with Malaysia’s aspiration to lead in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
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