MSI also visited Amsteel plant at Banting which is located 70km away from the plant in Klang.

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1 MSI WITH YOU AUGUST 2017 On 3 August 2017, MSI visited Amsteel Mill (Klang) located at Bukit Raja Industrial Estate. From left: Mr. Nicholas Ng, Mr. Yee Sen Tat, Mr. Jarrod Lim, Mr. Lee Weng Lan, Mr. Ting Wee Thuong & Mr. Low Yap Loong. Amsteel Klang commenced operation in 1978 and is the pioneer for modern steel making and rolling in Malaysia. Benchmarked by BSE (Badische Stahl Engineering), Amsteel is recognised for its highly efficient steel mill joining the first tier global steel millers (scrap based). Its cut and bend products provide huge savings in time and reduction in wastage with better utilisation of space on site for the customers, making it the leading cut and bend steel producer in Malaysia.. MSI also visited Amsteel plant at Banting which is located 70km away from the plant in Klang. Amsteel Banting is equipped with modern steelmaking and rolling facilities specifically for high grade steel products. Its capabilities to produce rebar Grade 600 MPa, wire rod for cold heading quality and fine drawing and DBIC (deformed-bar-in-coil) without alloying have positioned Amsteel as one of the preferred domestic manufacturers for the abovementioned products. In conjunction with the 50th Anniversary of ASEAN, the Ministry of International Trade and Industry organised the ASEAN Day celebration that saw participation of other government agencies, ASEAN Member States Embassies / High Commissions, private sector, chambers of commerce, industry associations, business councils, civil societies, research institutes and Institutions of Higher Learning. The ASEAN Day held on 9 August 2017 included various programs such as the SME Export Day, MIDA mini career fair by 15 companies from various sectors and industries, exhibitions by MITI and its Agencies, ASEAN Embassies / High Commissions and private sectors, food trucks to showcase ASEAN cuisines, an AEC pop quiz and prize giving ceremony for the ASEAN open essay competition winners.

2 THE STEEL NOTICE BOARD August PELANCARAN INISIATIF GREENDAY AT MITI DAN SENSORY GARDEN DI TASKA MITI The launch of the MITI and Sensory Garden initiatives at Taska Permata, MITI was jointly organized by PUSPANITA, MITI and Kelab Seni Taman MITI with the support of ECOHARVEST and BERNAS. The program was launched by the Secretary General of MITI, Datuk Seri J. Jayasiri on 11 August HALFEST ASEAN 2017 HALFEST's 6th edition, the largest ASEAN Halal Trade & Consumer Expo held at the MINES Exhibition Center (MIECC), Kuala Lumpur was hosted by the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) and organized by the Halal Industry Development Corporation (HDC) in collaboration with the Islamic Development Department of Malaysia (JAKIM) and with the support of Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA), Malaysian Malay Chamber of Commerce) and the Malaysian Muslim Consumer Association (PPIM). The event was held from August One of the main attractions in this year's expo is the inaugural TRADE PROGRAM, by the Halal Industry Development Corporation (HDC). Here, all HALFEST ASEAN exhibitors had the opportunity to exclusively meet and trade with specially invited buyers from ASEAN countries including Malaysia. This year's event saw 412 halal companies occupying 515 stalls, a total of 82,782 trade and public visitors and generated direct sales valued RM3.743 million. HALFEST ASEAN 2017 served not only to introduce Malaysian halal products, but more importantly acted as a platform for entrepreneurs to tap into the larger Muslim consumer market of ASEAN countries. PERAK CHINESE HARDWARE DEALER ASSOCIATION 78 th ANNIVERSARY DINNER Perak Chinese Hardware Association celebrated its 78 th establishment anniversary dinner on 25 August 2017 at Syuen Hotel, Ipoh, Perak. This event provided an excellent opportunity to socialize and network, as the guests included MITI Minister II, guests from overseas and local associations, manufacturers and traders.

3 THE STEEL NOTICE BOARD August MSI BRIDGING GAPS: LATIN AMERICAN BUSINESS DAY 2017 On August 1, 2017, the Ministry of International Trade and Industry Malaysia (MITI) held the first Latin American Business Day in an effort to enhance trade and investment ties with Latin America. The event was jointly organized with the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) and ten Latin American countries namely, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru, Uruguay and Venezuela. The event was officiated by the Minister of MITI, YB Dato' Sri Mustapa Mohamed. The program received overwhelming response with 800 participants from Malaysia and Latin America. This full day event included presentations, panel discussions and information sharing by speakers from Malaysia and Latin America during the plenary sessions. The event also included a segment that featured the important role of institutions of higher learning, students and young entrepreneurs in expanding trade and investment ties. In his keynote address, YB Dato' Sri Mustapa urged Latin American companies to expand their market access in the region through Malaysia, which is the perfect gateway for ASEAN markets and the wider Asian region SEMINAR ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF MALAYSIAN STANDARDS FOR ALLOY STEELS The Department of Standards Malaysia (Standards Malaysia), a government agency under the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) established the Technical Committee on Alloy Steels for the development of Malaysian Standard for Alloy Steels. As alloy steels are used globally, standards on alloy steel are developed to ensure that the quality of imported as well as locally products meet certain standards. Development of these standards will be helpful in guiding metallurgical laboratories and refiners, product manufacturers and other endusers of steel and its variants in their proper processing and application procedures to ensure quality and safety. Hence, a Seminar on the Implementation of Malaysian Standards for Alloy Steels was held on 1 August 2017 at Concorde Hotel, Shah Alam, Selangor to: provide general information on the Malaysian Standards on alloy steels highlight the requirements of the standards which are in line with the Custom Act provide a platform for info sharing and discussion on matters relevant to alloy steels NATURAL GAS DAILY QUANTITY EXCESS GAS CHARGE On 1 August 2017, Gas Malaysia invited MSI to the meeting to discuss the issue on Natural Gas Daily Quantity Excess Gas Charge. The meeting was organized by MISIF at MISIF Training Room, Shah Alam. PERHIMPUNAN BULANAN MITI & AGENSI DAN UPACARA MENAIKKAN BENDERA SEMPENA ULANGTAHUN ASEAN 50 In conjunction with the 50th Anniversary of ASEAN on 8 August 2017, the Minister of International Trade and Industry, YB Dato Sri Mustapa Mohamed led the ASEAN Flag Raising Ceremony at the Ministry of International Trade and Industry s compound and it was attended by around 200 officials from MITI and its Agencies. The ceremony began with the Malaysian national anthem, Negaraku, followed by the ASEAN anthem, ASEAN Way, and raising of the ASEAN flag. The Minister then signed an ASEAN@50 commemorative plaque to record the golden occasion.

4 THE STEEL NOTICE BOARD August OPENING CEREMONY OF THE 5 th GLC ExplorAce August 2017 The Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) targeted 40 new vendors under its development program GLC ExplorACE Themed Excelling in the Digital World, the program provides an avenue for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly Bumiputera enterprises, to gain knowledge in pitching business proposals. This year s program is a collaborative effort with UEM Group Bhd and Sime Darby Bhd as anchor companies where Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Bhd (MIDF) assisted potential vendors to pair with interested companies through the business matching sessions. Besides, business matching sessions, networking, financial advisory and business sharing sessions were also held. The program was officiated by Dato Sri Mustapa Mohamed, the Minister of Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI). INTRA ASEAN INVESTMENT FORUM In conjunction with the ASEAN 50th Anniversary, MIDA organized the Intra-ASEAN Investment Forum on 10th August 2017 at Perdana Hall, MITI. The forum intended to highlight the Intra-ASEAN Investment and cooperation between ASEAN Member countries. The aims of the event are as follows:- Sharing of experiences by companies investing in ASEAN; and Highlighting the opportunities and challenges of investing in ASEAN. YB Dato Sri Mustapa Mohamed, Minister of International Trade and Industry (MITI) delivered the welcoming remarks at the forum. After the opening ceremony, a panel discussion session entitled Opportunities & Challenges of Investing in ASEAN was held. Multinational companies, such as AirAsia Berhad, Honeywell Corporation, Charoen Pokphand Group and Gamuda Land Vietnam participated to share their experiences and also to discuss the opportunities as well as challenges faced investing in ASEAN. FORUM: DISTRIBUTION OF STUDY RESULTS ON KNOWLEDGE CONTENT IN KEY ECONOMIC SECTORS IN MALAYSIA (MYKE III) - FABRICATED METALS MSI attended the above forum on 10 August 2017 at Monash University. 21 industries were selected for MYKE III based on Department of Statistic Malaysia (DOSM) classification industries, including fabricated metals. Following this, MSI plans to hold a session with Monash University on data collection in the near future.

5 THE STEEL NOTICE BOARD August OUTREACH ON EXEMPTION OF TRADE REMEDY DUTIES FOR IRON AND STEEL INDUSTRY (ONLY FOR LMW AND EXPORT ORIENTED MANUFACTURERS) Date: 14 August 2017 (Monday) Time: 10.00am 11.30am Venue: Perdana Hall, MITI Participants 105 Participants from 54 Associations/Companies related to the iron & steel sector Objective of Outreach To inform the iron & steel industry players on exemption of trade remedy duties related to companies in Licensed Manufacturing Warehouse (LMW) and Export Market Summary of the Policy on Trade Remedy Exemption Interim Measure: Temporary exemption will be given to LMW and Export Market until amendment of Customs Act 1967 is completed; Scope: Exemption is on the imported raw material (imposed with trade remedy measure) used in the production of exported finished goods; Period: Exemption is for one year starting from application date (complete submission) or until amendment of Section 99 of Customs Act 1967 is completed, whichever is earlier; and Industry: Only applicable to iron & steel industry. Procedures to Obtain Trade Remedy Exemption Company should submit an application to Trade Practices Section, MITI with supporting documents: o Completed application form endorsed by Audit firm based on previous year s production and sales performance; and o Audited production and sales report for the previous year. MITI will process and verify the information with relevant parties; MITI will forward the completed application to MOF for approval; and MOF will issue approval letter with effective date. Questions/Enquiries? Please forward to: Trade Practices Section Ministry of International Trade & Industry Level 9, MITI Tower Kuala Lumpur alltps@miti.gov.my DEVELOPMENT OF NOSS - STEEL MELT SHOP & COCU On 15 August 2017, MSI paid a courtesy visit to Amsteel Mills Sdn Bhd to have a better understanding on steelmaking. Amsteel is equipped with facilities comprising Electric Arc Furnace (EAF), Ladle Furnace (LF) and Continuous Casting Machine (CCM) to produce billets for rolling into steel bars and wire rods at its Rolling Mills. During the visit, both Amsteel and MSI discussed possible collaboration in providing training for the following subject matters: Metallurgy Dust collector system training Safety and Health training Amsteel Mills Sdn Bhd looked forward for the development of NOSS and COCU Steel Melt Shop that will assist in producing skilled workers.

6 THE STEEL NOTICE BOARD August NOSS & COCU DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP FOR STEELMAKING MSI conducted the Workshop for NOSS Development on Steelmaking covering Levels 2-3 and Levels 4-5 with the industries at Eastin Hotel, PJ from July This workshop saw participation of industry experts from namely: Amsteel, Ann Joo, Eastern Steel, EnviSafe Training & Consultant, Masteel, Megasteel and Southern Steel. Following this, MSI conducted Curriculum of Competency Unit (COCU) Development Workshop for Steelmaking on August 2017 also at Eastin Hotel, PJ.

7 THE STEEL NOTICE BOARD August VISIT TO IRON & STEEL INSTITUTE OF THAILAND (ISIT) On 16 August 2017, MSI paid a visit to Iron & Steel Institute of Thailand (ISIT). The visit was led by the CEO of MSI, participated by Y.Bhg. Tan Sri Albert Cheng (MSI Board member) and Sectoral Policy Section, MITI. The objectives of the visit are to gain understanding on: Thailand s iron and steel production and its value chain; Thailand s steelmaking capacity and related policies; the production of higher value-added steel products and related innovations; and R&D capabilities on specialty steel such as for the automotive and oil & gas. FACTORY VISIT TO NS SIAM UNITED STEEL (NSSUS) AT RAYONG, THAILAND On 17 August 2017, the delegates from Malaysia visited NS Siam United Steel at Rayong, Thailand. This factory produce 1 million tonne cold roll sheet and 360k tonne galvanized line annually with an investment of USD 1.8 billion. NSSUS products are widely used in food canned/ packaging, roofing, furniture, automotive and electrical appliance industries. The factory visit included a tour to observe the processes involved, such as continuous descaling and cold rolling mill, continuous annealing and processing line and continuous galvanizing line. SOMBOON GROUP To complete the visit, the delegates visited Somboon Group on 17 August Somboon Group of Company is well known for the production of automotive parts. Somboon Spring Manufacturing, Ltd., was initially established by Mr.Somboon Kitaphanich over 40 years ago. The Group produces various auto parts to supply both the domestic and overseas auto assembly industry. With experienced Thai people and the technology transferred from Japan, Somboon group is committed to achieve customer satisfaction by the implementation of quality mission and international manufacturing standards. At present, Somboon Group of Company is mainly concentrating on its core business in the automotive parts business, which is 100% Thaiowned. The Group now comprises four companies: Bangkok Spring Industrial Co. Ltd. Somboon Malleable Iron Industrial Co. Ltd. Somboon Advance Technology. Ltd. International Casting Products Co. Ltd. Somboon Malleable Iron Industrial Co. Ltd or SBM was established in 1975 to produce casting or foundry of ductile cast iron (FCD) and grey cast iron (FC) steel for the automotive market. The main products produced by the company is drum brake, disc brake, fly wheel, exhaust, hub, gear box and timing cover.

8 THE STEEL NOTICE BOARD August MSI TrU: PENGIKTIRAFAN PENCAPAIAN TERDAHULU (PPT) - KL MSI conducted the promotional seminar, Pengiktirafan Pencapaian Terdahulu (PPT) at MITI Tower, KL on 17 August 2017 (Thursday). 32 persons from iron and steel companies participated in this seminar. Three speakers from Jabatan Pembangunan Kemahiran in the half-day seminar presented on different topics as follows: Briefing on Sistem Persijilan Kemahiran Malaysia (SPKIM) by Encik Muhd Amin Bin Haron; Briefing on Pentauliahan Pencapaian Terdahulu (PPT) by Encik Faisal Bin Ahmad; and Briefing on Sistem Latihan Dual Nasional (SLDN): Energising Transformation via Work Based Learning by Encik Raja Surian Muthu Elandy. The seminar ended at 2.00 pm after Q&A session and networking lunch.