Kedah Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KICCI)

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AFFIN BANK COURTESY VISIT TO KICCI STRENGTHENS BUSINESS FINANCING COLLABORATION

12 June 2026 | 10:00 AM

The Kedah Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KICCI) was pleased to host an official courtesy visit by representatives of Affin Bank on 12 June 2026.

The session was attended by KICCI President Mr. Shreekanth Sibastin, Vice President Mr. Kumaresan Ramanathan, Secretary Mr. Subramaniam Muthusamy, Committee Member Mr. Karthikeyan Navaneethan, together with KICCI member Mr.Logeswaran Chandra and the AFFIN Bank delegation.

The purpose of the visit was to strengthen the relationship between AFFIN Bank and KICCI while providing members with valuable insights into the bank’s business financing solutions. Discussions covered available business loan facilities, eligibility criteria, application procedures, financing schemes, interest/profit rates, financing limits, and other benefits available to businesses and SMEs.

The engagement was productive and informative, offering KICCI members a better understanding of the financial solutions and opportunities available to support business growth and expansion.

KICCI extends its sincere appreciation to AFFIN Bank for the insightful presentation and looks forward to future collaboration for the benefit of the business community.

**Together, fostering business growth and economic development.**

COURTESY VISIT BY TEKUN NASIONAL KEDAH TO THE KEDAH INDIAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (KICCI)

Courtesy Visit by TEKUN Nasional Kedah to the Kedah Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KICCI)

On 11 June 2026 at 12:30 PM, Mr.Azri Adin, Chairman of TEKUN Nasional Kedah, together with representatives from TEKUN Nasional Kedah, paid a courtesy visit to the Kedah Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KICCI) office to strengthen the relationship between both organizations and explore opportunities for future collaboration. The delegation was warmly received by Mr. Subramaniam Muthusamy, Secretary of KICCI, who represented the Chamber during the official meeting.

During the engagement, TEKUN Nasional Kedah presented an overview of its business financing programmes, highlighting the range of financial facilities available to support entrepreneurs and business owners. The briefing covered key aspects of the financing schemes, including financing amounts, applicable profit rates, eligibility criteria, and the application process. The session provided KICCI members with valuable insights into the financial assistance available through TEKUN Nasional, aimed at helping businesses expand, improve operational capacity, and achieve sustainable growth.

The meeting also served as a platform for constructive discussions on strengthening entrepreneurship and enhancing support for the business community in Kedah. Both organizations exchanged ideas on potential collaborative initiatives that would provide greater access to financing, promote business development, and create more opportunities for local entrepreneurs.

The visit concluded on a positive and productive note, with both TEKUN Nasional Kedah and KICCI reaffirming their commitment to fostering a strong and strategic partnership. Through continued collaboration, both organizations aspire to empower entrepreneurs, strengthen the local business ecosystem, and contribute to the sustainable economic development of Kedah.

KICCI MEMBERS SHINE AT THE NCER NEST AWARDS 2026 WITH PRESTIGIOUS INDUSTRY RECOGNITION

Members of the Kedah Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KICCI) proudly attended the Award and Networking High Tea organized by the NCER Entrepreneur Sustainable Transformation Programme (NEST) on 24 April 2026, held from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at The Light Hotel, Penang.

We are pleased to share that our Deputy President, Mr.Loganathan Muniandy, is representing Metal Dot Machinery Sdn. Bhd. was honoured with the Global Export Excellence Award. In addition, KICCI member Mr. Elan Tamilan representing Rek Engineering Machinery Sdn. Bhd. received the Rising Star Award.

We are also proud to highlight that KICCI Secretary, Mr. Subramaniam Muthusamy, attended this prestigious award function, further reflecting the chamber’s strong presence and support for its members.

KICCI extends its warmest congratulations to both award recipients for their outstanding achievements. Our members were also delighted to participate in this meaningful event, which provided valuable opportunities for networking and collaboration among industry peers.

KICCI STRENGTHENS STRATEGIC BUSINESS TIES AT DEWAN PERNIAGAAN MELAYU MALAYSIA NEGERI KEDAH’S MAJLIS JAMUAN

Members of the Kedah Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KICCI) were honoured to attend the *Majlis Jamuan* hosted by the Dewan Perniagaan Melayu Malaysia Negeri Kedah on Thursday, 23 April 2026, at The Jerai Hotel, Alor Setar.

The event, which commenced at 12:30 PM, concluded successfully in a warm and collegial atmosphere. KICCI was duly represented by its Committee Member, Mr. Karthikeyan Navaneethan and Kicci member Mr. Mogan Raj whose presence underscored the Chamber’s continued commitment to fostering strong ties within the broader business community.

KICCI extends its sincere appreciation to the organisers for their gracious hospitality and for providing a valuable platform to networking, strengthen strategic relationships, and promote greater collaboration among industry stakeholders.

KICCI SUCCESSFULLY HOSTS AKPK TALK ON SMALL DEBT RESOLUTION SCHEME, EMPOWERING THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY WITH REPAYMENT ASSISTANCE INSIGHTS

The Kedah Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KICCI) successfully organised a talk on *Repayment Assistance under the Small Debt Resolution Scheme by AKPK* on Saturday, 18 April 2026, in Sungai Petani, Kedah.

Held from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM, this informative session provided valuable guidance to participants on managing debt and understanding repayment assistance options available through AKPK.

The session was delivered in Tamil by Mr. Navakumar Balakrishnan, Branch Head of AKPK Penang, whose clear and insightful presentation was well received by attendees.

We are pleased to note the strong participation and positive response from the audience. We extend our sincere appreciation to all participants for their presence and engagement, which contributed to the success of this programme.

KICCI remains committed to organising meaningful and impactful initiatives to support and empower the business community.

KICCI’S BUSINESS MASTERY SESSION 2026

The Kedah Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KICCI) successfully hosted the *Business Mastery Session 2026* on Saturday, 18 April 2026, in Sungai Petani, Kedah.

This well-received session, held from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, brought together business owners and professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and improve organisational performance. The programme featured key topics such as Business Fundamentals 2.0, Effective Cash Flow Management, Systematic Document Tracking, and Timely Business Performance Checks.

The session was delivered in Tamil by Mr. Renganathan Kannan, whose expertise and engaging presentation provided valuable, practical insights to all participants.

We sincerely appreciate the strong turnout and the positive feedback received. Our thanks to all attendees for their participation and support in making this programme a meaningful success.

We look forward to continuing our efforts in delivering impactful and value-driven initiatives for the business community.

MAJLIS RUMAH TERBUKA HARI RAYA AIDILFITRI 2026 HOSTED BY THE HONOURABLE MENTERI BESAR OF KEDAH

The President of the Kedah Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Mr. Shreekanth Sibastin, together with the Secretary, Mr. Subramaniam Muthusamy, attended the Majlis Rumah Terbuka Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2026 hosted by the Honourable Menteri Besar of Kedah.

The event was held at the Official Residence of the Menteri Besar, Seri Mentaloon, Alor Setar, Kedah Darul Aman, on Friday, 27 March 2026, from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

Their presence reflects the Chamber’s continued commitment to fostering strong relationships and community engagement in conjunction with this festive celebration.

A MEANINGFUL EVENING OF ENGAGEMENT AT MAJLIS AMANAT DAN IFTAR 2026

Members of the Kedah Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry were honoured to attend the Majlis Amanat dan Iftar 2026 with Haim Hilman bin Abdullah, Chairman of the Kedah State Committee for Industry & Investment, Higher Education, and Science, Technology & Innovation.

The event was held on 15 March 2026 (Sunday) from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM at Raia Hotel and Convention Centre Alor Setar, bringing together members of the business community and state leadership for an evening of engagement and collaboration.

MAJLIS APRESIASI INDUSTRI NEGERI KEDAH 2026

Kedah Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KICCI) President, Mr. Shreekanth Sibastin, and Secretary, Mr. Subramaniam Muthusamy, attended the Majlis Apresiasi Industri Negeri Kedah 2026 held at Bertam Resort & Water Park, Pulau Pinang, on 29 January 2026.

The event was organised as a gesture of appreciation to investors and strategic partners who have chosen Kedah as their investment destination, thereby contributing to the formulation of the state’s economic direction and future development.

The organisation of this event also symbolises Kedah’s economic achievements. It demonstrates the success of the state’s well-planned development transformation, transitioning from an agriculture-based economy to a modern economy driven by industrial and technological sectors.

The Kedah Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Refresher Session on E-Invoice Implementation

The Kedah Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KICCI) successfully concluded a Refresher Session on E-Invoice Implementation for 2026 on 29 December 2025, held from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the KICCI Office.

The session brought together entrepreneurs and business leaders, serving as a timely platform to enhance awareness, strengthen compliance readiness, and deepen understanding of e-invoice requirements ahead of the 2026 implementation.