Author: Sarah Hafizah Chandra

University publishers seeks collaboration with China

BEIJING: Malaysian university publishers are eager to forge collaborations with the Higher Education Press of China. This is following a visit to the Higher Education Press by Malaysian university publishers and private publishing houses. It marked a significant step towards fostering international collaborations in educational publishing.In academic publishing industry, a

International collabs encouraged for wider impact

BEIJING: The international academic community encourages broader access to academic publications. Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) Press director Dr Nordiana Hamzah said these include initiatives such as Open Access and discounted pricing for institutions in developing regions. She said this helps ensure researchers worldwide, including Malaysians have access to the

Embracing partnerships to enhance global academic publications

BEIJING: The international academic community is generally receptive to Malaysian academic publications. Dr Siti Rahmah Awang, the director of UTM Press at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, stated that the international academic community shows particular interest in academic publications that provide valuable research and insights into their respective fields. “UTM Press frequently

Commitment to nature by planting trees, publishing books

BEIJING: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) Publisher is dedicated to reducing its carbon footprint through various initiatives to give back to Mother Nature. Director Malia Taibi stated that UNIMAS Publisher has committed to planting one tree for each book published, a practice that has been in place since 2022. “We intend

A tale of literature, culture, and exploration

‘Travelling – it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.’ – Medieval Muslim traveller and the author, Ibn Battuta I never imagined I would be lucky enough to visit China, a land steeped in history and culture that I had only ever seen on television or read about

MoE firm strives to promote Malaysian literary works

BEIJING: Perbadanan Kota Buku, a company owned by the Ministry of Education is working hard at ensuring Malaysian and Southeast Asian literary works are traded more frequently at the global platform.Its chief executive officer Adibah Omar said they are committed to making a difference especially when it comes to impacting

Malaysian-led publication launched at Beijing fair

BEIJING: A Malaysian-led international publication entitled Dragonlore from East and West was launched at the Beijing International Book Fair (BIBF) on Wednesday (June 19). The launching ceremony took place at the China National Convention Centre (CNCC). Published by Hikayat Fandom, its co-founder Rudy Daud said fellow co-founder, Ninot Aziz, invited

Beijing book fair to feature over 220,000 titles

BEIJING: Over 1,600 exhibitors from 71 countries and regions are converging for the 30th Beijing International Book Fair (BIBF) from June 19-23. Known as the second largest book fair in the world, this year’s event will feature over 220,000 Chinese and foreign titles. The event, taking place at the China

Sisters Empire out to make fashion statement

SHOPPING or retail therapy is often seen as a way for women to indulge in themselves and express their personal style in the process. Sisters Amira Natasha and Amiza Elisa who are known for their stylish flair among their peers, are therefore eager to bring in more fashion choices to

Shaping aspirations from household to newsroom

“Anything worth doing, is worth doing right.” – Hunter S Thompson, renowned journalist and author. Growing up in a household where journalism held more significance than just a profession shaped my aspirations and ignited my ambition as a journalist. My parents are esteemed former journalists whose names still hold great