Form to
Future
Real Estate Forum

Date4 September 2024
Time9.00 am - 5.30 pm
VenueM Resort & Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Theme

Form to FUTURE is about envisioning the future of real estate; we prioritise equitable access to sustainable community living. Our commitment goes beyond mere development; we consider the profound impact on surrounding communities, the environment, and the economy. With a forward-thinking approach, our goal is to create a legacy where future generations inherit the same, if not greater, opportunities and resources. Join us as we shape a future where sustainability and equity are not just ideals but realities.  

Session Summaries

Objectives

01

Engage in in-depth and candid discussions on sectoral challenges, emerging opportunities, and megatrends

Dive deep into the pressing challenges and transformative opportunities facing the real estate sector, while engaging with industry experts to explore the megatrends shaping the future, fostering an environment of open, honest, and thought-provoking dialogue. 

02

Optimise synergies through the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ)

Discover the potential of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) in creating unparalleled synergies, learning how this strategic collaboration can unlock new opportunities, drive economic growth, and foster cross-border partnerships that benefit both regions.  

03

Explore innovative ideas and solutions to revive and advance the sector 

Uncover cutting-edge ideas and pioneering solutions aimed at revitalising the real estate sector, as well as gain insights from visionaries and sector leaders on strategies to propel growth and advancement, particularly in the Iskandar Puteri region.  

04

Leverage strong China-Malaysia trade relations and foreign investment interest for sectoral growth 

Delve into the robust trade relations between China and Malaysia and their impact on the real estate sector to better understand how UEM Sunrise and key developers harness these strong ties to boost investments, enhance collaborations, and drive sectoral expansion.  

Our Speakers

Featuring thought leaders and industry experts sharing insights to shape the future of equitable communities.

Opening
Datuk Hisham Hamdan
Chairman
UEM Sunrise & UEM Group
Closing
Dato' Sr. Azmar Talib
Independent Non-Executive Director
UEM Sunrise
Keynote
Sufian Abdullah
Chief Executive Officer
UEM Sunrise
Session 1
Panelist
Christophe Vicic
Chief Growth Officer
JLL (Malaysia)
Session 1
Panelist
Cha-Ly Koh
Founder, CEO
Urbanmetry
Session 1
Panelist
Lee Heng Guie
Executive Director
Socio-Economic Research Center
Session 1
Moderator
Amy Wong
Executive Director, Research & Consultancy
Knight Frank Malaysia
Session 2
Panelist
Leong See Meng
Director of Origination & Listing Division
Bursa Malaysia
Session 2
Panelist
Norani Mustapha
Chief Investment Officer
Pelaburan Hartanah Berhad
Session 2
Panelist
Sr. Samuel Tan
Chief Executive Officer
Olive Tree Property Consultants
Session 2
Moderator
Nicholas Khaw
Head, Research and Economist
Khazanah Nasional Berhad
Session 3
Panelist
Paul Dwyer
Head of Data Centre
LOGOS
Session 3
Panelist
Zulfiqar Zainuddin
Executive Director
Deloitte Consulting Southeast Asia
Session 3
Panelist
Natazha Hariss
Chief Executive Officer
Invest Johor
Session 3
Moderator
Lim Sue Lin
Head of Research, Malaysia
CLSA
Session 4
Panelist
Faiz Akhbar
Urban Designer
UEM Sunrise
Session 5
Panelist
Lee Guan Soon
Development Director, Data Centre
CapitaLand Investment
Session 5
Panelist
Kamisah Mohd Ghazali
Head, Resilient Environment
Iskandar Regional Development Authority
Session 5
Panelist
Abd Rahim Mohd Yusof
Head, Grid Strategy
Tenaga Nasional Berhad
Session 5
Moderator
Harman Faiz Habib Muhamad
Chief Executive Officer
UEM Lestra
Session 6
Panelist
Prof. Dr. Ong Kian Ming
Pro-Vice Chancellor for External Engagement
Taylor's University
Session 6
Panelist
Dato' Hamdan Abdul Majeed
Managing Director
Think City
Session 6
Moderator
Wong Shou Ning
Radio Presenter / Producer, Former Portfolio Manager

Agenda

9:10 am - 9:30 am
Official Opening Address
By Datuk Hisham Hamdan, Chairman, UEM Sunrise and UEM Group, and Chief Investment Officer, Khazanah Nasional Berhad
Session Summary
opening
9:30 am - 9:50 am
Keynote Address
by Sufian Abdullah – Chief Executive Officer, UEM Sunrise
Session Summary
keynote
9:50 am - 10:45 am
Session 1 | Market Landscape: Growth Drivers and Trends
Explore key drivers and trends shaping Malaysia's real estate landscape, and examine the impact of global economic shifts, demographic changes, and sectoral growth prospects. The panel will also discuss strategies to balance innovation with sustainable urban development while navigating the complexities of economic policies and regulatory environments.
Panellist
Lee Heng Guie -Executive Director, Socio-Economic Research Centre (SERC)
Cha-Ly Koh -Founder & CEO, Urbanmetry
Christophe Vicic -Chief Growth Officer, JLL Malaysia
Moderator
Amy Wong -Executive Director, Research & Consultancy, Knight Frank Malaysia
Session Summary
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session-1
11:05 am - 12.00 am
Session 2 | Capital Availability: Is Malaysia Still a Destination for Real Estate?
Delve into the intricacies of capital flow in the Malaysian real estate market, focusing on the perspectives, preferences, and priorities of both domestic and international investors. With Malaysia emerging as an attractive destination for real estate investments, understanding the evolving trends, challenges, and investor expectations becomes crucial for stakeholders across the industry.
Panellist
Sr Samuel Tan -Chief Executive Officer, Olive Tree Property Consultants
Norani Mustapha -Chief Investment Officer, Pelaburan Hartanah Berhad (PHB)
Leong See Meng -Director of Origination & Listing Division, Bursa Malaysia
Moderator
Nicholas Khaw -Head of Research, Khazanah Nasional Berhad
Session Summary
session-2
12:00 pm - 12:50 pm
Session 3 | Unlocking The Iskandar Dream
Challenge whether Iskandar Puteri is truly prepared to meet investor demands and explore key success factors, including regulatory frameworks and policies that could either attract investment. This includes assessing the ecosystem readiness in ensuring the Johor-Singapore SEZ's long-term success.
Panellist
Natazha Hariss -Chief Executive Officer, Invest Johor
Zulfiqar Zainuddin -Executive Director, Deloitte Consulting
Paul Dwyer -Head of Data Centres, LOGOS
Moderator
Lim Sue Lin -Head of Research Malaysia, CLSA
Session Summary
session-3
2.30 pm - 3:05 pm
Session 4 | Form to Future: Bringing Vision into Reality
Addressing the business, environmental, and cultural challenges in real estate while envisioning a future for urbanisation and community living that is innovative, resilient, and equitable. Taking insights from architectural history to inform our approach and to shape a more sustainable and inclusive path forward.
Panellist
Faiz Akhbar -Urban Designer, UEM Sunrise
Session Summary
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session-4
3:05 pm - 3:50 pm
Session 5 | Navigating Sustainably in Iskandar Puteri Data Centres
Explore the evolving landscape and intersection of data centre growth and environmental responsibility. Uncover unique opportunities and challenges in promoting sustainable guidelines within Iskandar Puteri's data centre market, and the roles of various stakeholders, including property developers, energy providers, and regulatory bodies, including innovative solutions, policy frameworks, and collaborative eforts that can drive the sustainable growth of data centres in the region.
Panellist
Lee Guan Soon -Development Director, Data Centre, CapitaLand Investment
Kamisah Mohd Ghazali -Head, Resilient Environment, Iskandar Regional Development Authority (IRDA)
Abd Rahim Mohd Yusof -Head, Grid Strategy, Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB)
Moderator
Harman Faiz Habib Muhamad -Chief Executive Officer, UEM Lestra
Session Summary
session-5
4:10 pm - 5:00 pm
Session 6 | Fireside Chat: Why now? What is Diferent This Time?
Provocatively question whether Iskandar Puteri, Johor, is truly ready to emerge as the next regional growth powerhouse or if it is being left behind by Singapore's aggressive strategies. The discussion will challenge whether Malaysia's policies are effectively bridging the gap to fully leverage this critical region, or if bureaucratic inertia is causing a missed opportunity at a pivotal moment. Furthermore, the session will scrutinise whether Iskandar Puteri can rise as a beacon of sustainable innovation or if it remains hindered by policy gaps and unfulfilled promises.
Panellist
Prof. Dr Ong Kian Ming -Pro-Vice Chancellor for External Engagement, Taylor's University, Board Member of Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA)
Dato’ Hamdan Abdul Majeed -Managing Director, Think City
Moderator
Wong Shou Ning -Radio Presenter & Producer and Former Portfolio Manager
Session Summary
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session-6
5:00 pm - 5:15 pm
Closing Address
by Dato’ Sr Azmar Talib, Board Member of UEM Sunrise, and Chief Executive Officer, TRX City Sdn Bhd
Session Summary
closing

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