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VISTA 13The numerous efforts implemented by the Government and privatesector have finally paid off as Malaysia is now recognised as theworld’s 10th most competitive countryembark on strategies to attract more cargo and vessels. By pursuing aproactive marketing plan, we can encourage more main line operators(MLOs) to call at the port. At the same time, entry and egress need to beeffectively managed and more lanes can be opened to avoid congestion.Above all, efficiency is key in determining business sustainability.”In relation to maintaining Port Klang as the national load centre, DatukDr Rebecca highlights the importance of improving the infrastructure,accelerating the development of the logistics industry and strengtheningsupply chain management. She elaborates: “Port Klang Authoritycan enhance its role as trade facilitator by promoting the provision ofsufficient skilled ancillary services and seamless interface between landand sea transportation modes within the Klang Valley area. It shouldalso continuously set up linkages with other domestic ports includingestablishment of a more efficient feeder network.”Last but not least, Datuk Dr Rebecca firmly advocatescollaboration between Government agencies and the shippingindustry. “I would encourage PKA and all its stakeholders tocontinue engaging in dialogues and discourses to identify greateropportunities that will help enhance Port Klang’s standing asMalaysia’s principal trading gateway.”PEMUDAHFACILITATING BUSINESSThe Special Task Force to Facilitate Business (PEMUDAH)was formed on February 7, 2007 out of the need for closercollaboration between the public and private sectors to enhancedelivery levels and improve Malaysia’s business environment.Reporting directly to the Prime Minister, PEMUDAH comprisesa panel of 23 highly respected individuals from both the privateand public sectors. It is co-chaired by YB Tan Sri Mohd SidekHassan, Chief Secretary to the Government of Malaysia andYBhg Tan Sri Datuk Yong Poh Kon, Immediate Past President ofthe Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM).PEMUDAH aims to drive the nation’s economic growth withsubstantive improvements to essential processes that createmajor impact on the nation’s competitiveness. Apart from theIMD World Competitiveness Yearbook, PEMUDAH also tracks theWorld Bank Ease of Doing Business Report (WBDB). Currently,Malaysia is ranked 23rd in the world but is among the top fivecountries in Asia. PEMUDAH’s plans include continually strivingto place Malaysia among the top 10 nations in the WBDB.Towards this end, a special Focus Group is set up under thePEMUDAH umbrella to engage relevant Government agenciesand industry associations in identifying issues and best practicesfor export and import process flows. Supervised by MITI, theGroup addresses gaps and barriers to improve the efficiency ofinternational trade.Additionally, PEMUDAH also serves as the consultative forumon issues concerning the public service delivery system andGovernment policies impacting businesses. To date, PEMUDAHhas implemented various measures to improve efficiency in areasranging from starting a new business and registering property totrade facilitation, construction permits, employing workers andimmigration matters.For more information, please contact:PEMUDAH Secretariat OfficeMinistry of International Trade and Industry5th Floor, Block 10, Government Offices Complex,Jalan Duta, 50622 Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaTel: (603) 6203 3373Fax: (603) 6201 9459Website: http://www.pemudah.gov.myGATEWAYA PUBLICATION OF PORT KLANG AUTHORITY