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Healthcare
“We’re in it for the long haul” The Cambridge institute taking on COVID-19
In late 2019, a new institute opened on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus.
Its timing could not have been better - as the COVID-19 pandemic sent Britain into lockdown several months later, the institute found itself at the heart of the University’s response to this unprecedented challenge.
Society
Empathy and Hope – Weapons against COVID-19
The rising cases of COVID-19 can spark a sense of déjà vu. We hope this article inspires hope and empathy through this difficult time.
Society
“Board” Meeting Takes on a Whole New Meaning!
By Raphael John C. Siah, Sunway Group Brand Marketing & Communications
If you want to find a...
Business
How Does Good Corporate Governance Empower Corporations to Flourish?
“Corporate governance” – once overlooked – has quickly risen as the buzzword in recent years.
Across the globe, heated debates are taking place on the necessity of a regulatory reform to ensure the soundness of the financial sector, as well as the governance of all public-listed companies.
Business
Double Wins at MSWG-ASEAN Corporate Governance Awards 2019
Sunway Berhad and Sunway Construction Group Berhad (SunCon) bagged the Industry Excellence Awards in their respective categories at the Minority Shareholders Watch Group (MSWG) ASEAN Corporate Governance Awards 2019.
The Awards recognises corporate governance best practices by Malaysian listed companies. This is testament to Sunway’s relentless efforts in upholding the highest standards in our corporate governance practices.
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Society
COVID-19 Memes that will Bring a Smile Underneath that Mask
By Raphael John C. Siah, Sunway Group Brand Marketing & Communications
The rise of the COVID-19 Pandemic has...
Education
Research Institute at Jeffrey Cheah Biomedical Centre Leads Global Efforts in COVID-19 Fight
Jeffrey Cheah Biomedical Centre is at the forefront of the UK’s research on coronavirus (COVID-19)
Business
Quarry-ty over Quantity
Being the backbone of the country’s growth, Sunway Quarry are looking for a more sustainable growth.
Society
Making Equal Employment Opportunity Possible
Turning 13 this year, the Sunway Job Training Programme continues to train students with learning disorder, allowing them to discover their potential as well as gaining working experience.
Business
Decoding Digital Talent
The World Economic Forum believes that the ASEAN digital economy will contribute an estimated US$1 trillion to the regional GDP over the next 10 years.
We speak to Matt van Leeuwen, chief innovation officer of Sunway Group and Director of the non-profit start-up incubator and accelerator, Sunway iLabs, on the future of digital talents in the country.
Sustainability
Five Things You Can Do to Fight Climate Change
The climate is rapidly changing, and so should we.. By modifying how we live, we can reduce our carbon footprint, and hopefully, help slow down the effects of climate change..
SUSTAINABILITY
MORECreating A Better World For All
Delegates from the Ninth Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF9) were taken on a tour of Sunway City Kuala Lumpur and shown how sustainability efforts were integrated and implemented in the city.
Sunway aims to increase employee awareness on the UN SDGs in the effort to incorporate sustainable development principles in the workplace.
Impactful Philanthropists in ASEAN
Having established Malaysia’s largest educationbased social enterprise as well as the country’s first sustainable township, Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Jeffrey Cheah is committed to achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals through his philanthropic work.
How Food Security Impacts Rural and Urban Students
Food security is achieved when people have access to various choices of affordable quality and nutritious food.
Cities Sleep, Mother Nature Heals
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is causing a lot of fear, anxiety and sadness in the world. Since January this year, thousands worldwide have died from the virus as it wreaks havoc on our healthcare systems, the economy and our social lives.
But as humans retreat for safety, nature is beginning to flourish. Reports show that air pollution has decreased and animals are taking over our cities, finding silver linings in times of despair.
What does Malaysia’s model smart sustainable city look like
Sunway, Celcom and Huawei Malaysia join hands to explore Malaysia’s first tripartite collaboration towards advancing smart township solution.
The partnership will see the development in the areas of public safety and security, telehealth, e-learning, hospitality, leisure and retail experience with 5G connectivity.
Sunway City Kuala Lumpur will be the “launch pad” of this ground-breaking partnership.
Doing Our Part for the Planet, People, and the Greater Good
Sunway Berhad, Sunway Construction and Sunway REIT retain a firm stake in the FTSE4Good Bursa Malaysia Index this year, demonstrating Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) best practices.
SOCIETY
MOREThe Deadly Tides – Dissecting the Flood Phenomenon in Malaysia
A brutal rainy season, made worse by climate change, has flooded and displaced many communities on the East Coast of Malaysia.
How bad is Malaysia’s flood woes?
Joining Hands For Zero Hunger
Sunway Group aligns its businesses with the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) of ‘No Poverty’ and ‘Zero Hunger’ through Sunway Food Programme.
Its three initiatives that include #ZEROFOODWASTAGE, Rise Against Hunger meal packing, and Share Because You Care grocery drive were scaled up to create better impact for the society.
Bask in Spectacular Festive Streetlights at Sunway City
Sunway has always strived to brighten up your festive season… quite literally.
Breathtaking Murals For Clean Air
Sunway REIT launches community sustainability campaign in the quest for a smoke-free environment.
Sandakan-based graffiti artist Kenji Chan’s art was one of three used to launch the campaign.
Chan’s art is located next to the Sephora retail outlet at Sunway Pyramid.
EDUCATION
MOREClosing The Education Gap
Sunway Education Group pledges RM1 million in scholarship to Teach For Malaysia Students.
The scholarship will provide students the opportunity to pursue tertiary education at Sunway College and Sunway University.
The scholarship includes full tuition fees, all general feels, and the course of the students’ studies throughout their education.