The Federation of Malaysian Business Associations (FMBA) today held a special Media Appreciation Hi-Tea at Roti By D’Tandoor to announce the soft launch of the Malaysia Industry Awards 2025 (MINDA 2025) and the ASEAN Business Community Development Forum (ABCD Forum). Both events will culminate in a prestigious gathering on 7 August 2025 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, highlighting Malaysia’s leadership in regional business advancement as it chairs ASEAN this year.
In a significant evolution of its scope, MINDA 2025 will now welcome participation from across the ASEAN region, transforming the prestigious awards into a regional platform that celebrates innovation, excellence, and leadership. FMBA Chairman Dato’ Seri Abdul Malik Abdullah emphasized that this expansion is aligned with the theme “Champions of Change Shaping ASEAN’s Future”, signifying Malaysia’s role in fostering regional synergy and corporate development through collaboration.
MINDA Awards, held annually, honours high-performing individuals and companies that have made a tangible impact on Malaysia’s economic progress. Now with its ASEAN extension, it aims to elevate Southeast Asian champions who are pushing boundaries in business innovation and sustainable growth. The upcoming ceremony will present 40 distinguished awards, including Lifetime Achievement Awards, MADANI Young Rising Star Awards, and ASEAN International Awards, in front of government dignitaries and business leaders from across the region.
A key highlight of this year’s event is the inaugural ASEAN Business Community Development Forum (ABCD Forum), which will run concurrently with the awards ceremony. This regional thought-leadership platform will explore critical topics under the theme “Empowering ASEAN’s Next Leap Digital, Sustainable & Entrepreneurial Transformation.” The forum will feature influential speakers across three sessions on digital economy, green growth, and entrepreneurial empowerment, including ministers, CEOs, and leaders from Malaysia, Singapore, Cambodia, Myanmar, Brunei, and the Philippines.
To further enhance regional connectivity, FMBA will also launch the ASEAN Business Connectivity (ABC) platform during the event. This digital database is designed to serve as a real-time regional business directory and networking tool, promoting cross-border collaboration, trade facilitation, and market expansion across Southeast Asia. It will play a pivotal role in strengthening economic cohesion and accessibility for businesses of all sizes.
Supported by over 200 presidents from national and regional business chambers, the MINDA Awards has gained widespread credibility and is recognized as a benchmark of corporate excellence in Malaysia. Its legacy of recognising outstanding entrepreneurs and impactful organizations is publicly documented on its official website, underscoring its transparency and integrity.
With its ASEAN expansion, strategic partnerships, and enhanced programming, MINDA 2025 is poised to be more than just an award ceremony. It is a platform that fosters growth, regional leadership, and collaborative transformation. FMBA encourages all industry players, from established corporations to emerging startups, to participate in this defining celebration of ASEAN business excellence and unity.
For further media enquiries, please contact the FMBA Secretariat at info@mindaawards.my or visit www.mindaawards.my. You may also reach Mahadi (+6017-960073), Anwar (+6019-3396330), or Alia (+6012-4858345) for more information.
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