Minister Of State Outreach – 20 May 08

SiTF was proud to host the Minister-Of-State (MOS) Outreach in collaboration with People’s Association (PA) and Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI). The MTI has arranged for a dialogue session with MOS Lee Yi Shyan as part of his Community Outreach Group (COG) efforts. Being the leader for the SME COG and also the sub-group leader of the Chinese COG for Trade Associations, MOS Lee, together with representatives from the various MTI agencies, engaged in a discussion with the attendees on enterprise or industry related issues.

Exchanging name cards

The dialogue session was held at The Wine Company on 20 May 2008. Prior to the arrival of MOS Lee, attendees took the opportunity to network and expand their social circle. Among the attendees were C-level personnel of iLEs, hence a great opportunity for smaller industry players to network.

MOS Lee Yi Shyan

Starting from 3.30pm, MOS Lee actively answered queries that were posted by the audience. These discussions were designed to drive 2-way interaction between MOS Lee and the audience. Air time was given to the floor for any attendees to speak up and bring forth the various issues they face in their businesses.

Understanding needs from the industry

This was a rare opportunity for industry players to be heard by the government. Business related issues were discussed as MOS Lee also explained the various supporting policies that may be given to iLEs to compete with MNCs.

Business over dinner

After the dialogue session, a buffet dinner was served. Along with an exquisite selection of wine, the ambience was set for an incredible chill-out session together with MOS Lee. Attendees talked about their businesses over dinner as they searched for unexplored opportunities available at the session.

The chance to be up close with MOS Lee does not come often. However, it is a value that SiTF can bring to its members. With the success of this event, SiTF hopes to organize more events with the opportunity to get up close and personal with high ranking government officials.

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