General Information 1. Venue The programme will be held at Auditorium, Sasana Kijang, Bank Negara Malaysia (Address: Jalan Dato’ Onn, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Telephone: +603 – 9179 2888). Further information on Sasana Kijang can be found at http://www.bnm.gov.my.

a) About Sasana Kijang

Sasana Kijang is BNM’s modern complex for learning, research and engaging in discourse, complete with full conference facilities. It also hosts regional and international strategic partners, namely the South East Asian Central Banks (SEACEN) Research and Training Centre, the Islamic Financial Services Board (IFSB), the Alliance for Financial Inclusion (AFI), and The World Bank Group (WBG). The Asia School of Business (ASB) is temporarily located here pending the completion of its campus.

Two complementary public services related to informal learning are provided to visitors:

Bank Negara Malaysia Museum and Art Gallery (opens from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm). For more information, please go to www.museum.bnm.gov.my.

Knowledge Management Centre (opens from 8:00 am to 6:30 pm).

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b) Security screening & registration

The security screening in Sasana Kijang will take place in 2 areas:

For self-driven vehicles, security checks will be conducted at the entrance of the basement parking. Please be ready to open the boot/trunk of your vehicle for inspection.

Upon arrival at Sasana Kijang lobby, you are required to undergo a thorough security screening before heading to the Forum. Please make sure that you arrive at least 15 minutes before the event starts to ensure sufficient time is buffered for the screening.

After the screening, BNM staff will usher you to the lift and event venue. You are required to register with BNM staff outside the event venue, before proceeding into the event venue.

c) Other Matters

General

Sasana Kijang is a WiFi-enabled area. The username is Sasana Kijang. No password is needed.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed in Sasana Kijang except at the designated areas which are near the

security post/entry point at LG4 and KMC Terrace area.

Access to Sasana Kijang

Delegates are only allowed to visit the following areas:

Facilities assigned for the event

BNM Museum and Art Gallery, Ground Floor

Knowledge Management Centre (all floors)

Museum Café, Ground Floor

Sasana Kijang Café, Ground Floor

Delegates are not allowed to visit Level 5 and the office areas at various levels.

Fire Escape Route

In case of emergency, delegates are required to gather outside the Main Entrance of Sasana

Kijang.

Prayer Room (Musolla)

Prayer room is available at the lobby area located at Ground Floor. Prayer mats, attire, slippers

and ablution wash area are provided in the prayer room.

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2. Accommodation and Hotel Facilities (NOTE : Participants are responsible for arranging their own accommodation) There is wide choice of hotels in Kuala Lumpur that can meet the needs of international visitors. For the convenience of international participants of the Symposium, the following hotels in Kuala Lumpur agreed to provide group rate for the participants on first come first served basis. Please contact the hotels directly for reservation.

Shangri-la Hotel, Kuala Lumpur

Address: 11 Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, 50250, Malaysia T:(60 3) 2032 2388 F:(60 3) 2070 1514

Click below to register :

http://www.shangri-la.com/reservations/booking/en/index.aspx?hid=SLKL&group_code=WOR180917&check_in=20170918&check_out=20170921

Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur

Address: Jalan Sultan Ismail Kuala Lumpur 50250 Malaysia Tel: (60)(3) 2717 9900. The hotel will provide complementary daily drop-off and pick-up shuttle bus services to and from Sasana Kijang for hotel guests on September 19 and 20. Detailed Schedule will be provided by the hotel at check-in.

Click below to register :

https://www.starwoodmeeting.com/events/start.action?id=1706236976&key=1841024A

Lanai Kijang Participants are advised to stay in Lanai Kijang for ease of transportation to the meeting venue. Lanai Kijang is the Bank`s purpose built residential complex that comes complete with facilities for training, conferences, sports and recreation, providing an excellent environment for formal and informal learning. Lanai in Bahasa Malaysia means a veranda or patio, a place to reflect and learn. Kijang is a distinctive symbol in the Bank Negara Malaysia logo, synonymous with the Bank`s history and accomplishments. The complex complements Sasana Kijang, Bank Negara Malaysia`s centre of excellence in knowledge and learning in Central Banking and Financial Services, and allows invited participants and guests to continue engaging, exchanging thoughts and ideas, sharing experiences and collaborating in a pleasant and comfortable setting. The many indoor and outdoor lounges and spaces provide the appropriate ambience for continuous learning, group interactions and networking. For any enquiries regarding room reservation and service, please contact:

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Name: ZIETA JAAFAR (Ms.) Front Office Manager Lanai Kijang RHR Hospitality Sdn Bhd (267299-T) c/o Lanai Kijang, 2 Jalan Berjasa 50480 Kuala Lumpur T. + 603 2618 2828 F. +603 2618 2692 Email: lanai_reservation@rhrgroup.com.my, norozita@rhrgroup.com.my www.rhrhospitality.com

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3. Travel arrangements

a. Airport Transfer

Please arrange for own airport transfer to get to the accommodation. There are two main travel

options for you to choose from:

MODE OF

TRANSPORTATION

DETAILS

OPTION 1:

Express Railway Link

(ERL) + Taxi

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Total cost: at least RM70 (USD 16) (one way)

a) Take ERL from KLIA/ KLIA2 to Kuala Lumpur (KL) Sentral

(cost: RM55/USD13 one way)

ERL ticket can be purchased at Level 1 of KLIA and Level 2 of

KLIA2.

Estimated travel duration: Approximately 28 minutes

Frequency:

Note: If you arrive during rush hour (weekdays 7-9am and 4-7pm) this

might be the fastest option.

b) Upon arrival at KL Sentral, take taxi from KL Sentral

to Lanai Kijang (cost: ~RM15/USD4 one way)

Taxi coupons can be purchased at KL Sentral, near the ERL exit.

Travel time: approx. 10 minutes (depending on traffic) + waiting

time 15 minutes).

OPTION 2: Taxi

Total cost: at least RM100 (USD25) (one way)

Take taxi from Airport (KLIA/KLIA2) directly to Lanai Kijang

Taxis (premier and budget), airport limousines and vans are

available from the various counters at Level 1 & 3 of KLIA and

Level 1 of KLIA2.

Estimated travel duration: Approximately 70 minutes (depending

on traffic)

Rates are applicable during normal hours and the taxi prices are

subjected to extra 50% fare surcharge from 11.30pm to 6:00am.

For more information, visit www.kliataxiservice.com and

www.airportlimo.my.

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b. From Lanai Kijang to Forum Venue (Sasana Kijang) BNM will provide daily transportation from Lanai Kijang to Sasana Kijang and vice versa. We advise for you to be at Lanai Kijang lobby at 8:15 a.m. to ensure that the transportation depart to Sasana Kijang at 8:25 a.m., in time for the Forum.

c. Within city centre

Fares subject to distance.

Metered

Taxi LRT KL Monorail City bus Uber Grab

List of metered taxis:

Public cab: +603-6259 2020/ +603-6259 2929

Sunlight cab: 1-300-800 222 (Hotline); or +603-9057 5757/ +603-9200 1166

Comfort cab: +603-8024 0507

Uptown ACE Supercab: +603-9283 2333

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4. Other information Local time: Kuala Lumpur is 8 hours ahead of the Greenwich Mean Time. Weather: In the month of July, the average weather temperature in Kuala Lumpur ranges from 23 – 32°C. July is the third wettest month of the whole year. Power supply: The power supply voltage in Malaysia is about 220-240 volts. The electricity outlets commonly accept the standard 3-pin plugs and sockets. A plug adapter is required for different plugs.

Foreign exchange/credit card: The Malaysian currency is known as Malaysian Ringgit, and the current exchange rate is around MYR4.4 per US Dollar. Foreign currency can be exchanged at the banks and money changers around the country. All major credit cards are widely accepted in the country. Tours & Excursions: BNM will organise a guided tour to BNM Museum and Art Gallery (MAG). Date & time (TBC). Here you can learn all about money through interactive and computerised games, as well as interesting facts and information on money. There is an Economics Gallery, Islamic Finance Gallery, Numismatics Gallery and Children’s Gallery. You will also be able to view the Central Banks art collection of renowned Malaysian contemporary artists in the Art Gallery. International Dialling Code: The country code for Malaysia is +60. The area code for Kuala Lumpur is 03. To make an international phone call, dial 00+country code+ phone number. Emergency Call: For Police and Ambulance, please call 999 or 112 from a mobile telephone. Tipping: Tipping is not a standard practice in Malaysia but is generally considered an appropriate gesture of appreciation when the level of service has exceeded expectations.