General Information
The aim of this General Information is to advise potential delegates about the Congress venue/location and other related information pertaining to the Congress and destination.
About the Professional Conference Organiser
SDI is an autonomous non-profit research institute entrusted to undertake inter-disciplinary research on pertinent development issues related to the state and nation for policy inputs to the government and other private organisations/clients. SDI provides a range of services tailored to deliver your desired outcomes. What sets SDI apart from other organisations is our ability to provide you with a start to finish package, from the preparation and running of the event right up to generating proceedings and reports for publications and public consumptions. Through our extensive experience in research and the organisation and management of international and local conferences, seminars, and workshops, SDI has built up an invaluable knowledge of local cultures, practices and policies as well as an advantageous and extensive network with those in the government sector and the industry to successfully undertake projects in collaboration with national and international organisations in Sarawak and beyond. Our extensive experience, knowledge and understanding of the industry make for that professional touch and reliability when producing your event needs.
SDI is part of the Angkatan Zaman Mansang (AZAM) group which consists of AZAM, Faradale Media-M Sdn Bhd (FMM), Faradale Enterprise and Faradale Holdings.
The Host City
General information on Kuching, Sarawak:
For more information, please visit www.sarawak.gov.my or www.sarawaktourism.com
Arrival to KIA from outside Sarawak is subject to an immigration check. The Immigration Counters are at Level 2, and the Baggage Claim area is at Level 1 (Ground Floor). KIA Information Counter: Money Changer at the airport: ATM Machine (24 hours): Wireless Access:
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Visa Requirement
For more visa information, please visit www.imi.gov.my . Should delegates have any enquiry on Immigration, please contact the general line at +6 082-245 661.
The Congress venue also offers affordable 5-star accommodation.
Kuching Visitors’ Information Centre Opening hours:
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Kuching, the capital of Sarawak, Malaysia’s largest state, is simply unique. Home to over 26 ethnic groups, the residents of Kuching take great pride in their fascinating city, a pride that is reflected in their attitude to visitors.
KIA is served by Malaysia Airlines, MASwings, Air Asia, Royal Brunei Airlines, Batavia Air, SilkAir and Tiger Airways.
No visa is required for a stay of less than one month for nationals of all ASEAN countries except Myanmar. For a stay exceeding one month, a visa will be required, except for Brunei and Singapore nationals. Commonwealth countries that require visas include Bangladesh, Cameroon, Ghana, Mozambique, Nigeria, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
Delegates are advised to arrange for their own accommodation. The nearest hotels recommended are Pullman Kuching, Hilton Kuching, Somerset Gateway Kuching, Batik Boutique Hotel, Grand Margherita Hotel, Grand Continental Hotel, Merdeka Palace Hotel & Suites, The LimeTree Hotel and Harbour View Hotel. Budget accommodations are also available and the recommended ones are 360 Xpress Citycenter, Tune Hotels.com Waterfront Kuching, Basaga Holiday Residences, Pinnacles Lodge and Singgahsana Lodge. 
If you should require assistance on your whereabouts or places of interest to visit, please kindly visit Kuching Visitors’ Information Centre.
