Attended the International Generic and Biosimilar Medicines Association (IGBA) and Malaysian Organisation of Pharmaceutical Industries (MOPI) Conference 2022 on 7th - 9th September 2022 @ Royale Chulan Kuala Lumpur. Acquired knowledge and best practices, new connections and pleasant experience during the three days Conference and the Social events. Was invited to participate in a Meeting on the Proposal to review the "Practice of Pharmacy" for the purpose of updating the existing legislation, the Pharmacy Act 1951 on 29th August 2022. It was organised by the Ministry of Health. A historical moment as it will impact the practise of the profession and the healthcare eco-system in the years to come. 3-day Program, 12-14th August 2022, of MyPSA Young Entrepreneur Program (YEP) 2022. MYPSA is a national organization representing pharmacy students in Malaysia. During the event, there were entrepreneurs from various fields to provide workshops and seminars to the participants. I was invited to be 1 of the 3 Judges on the 3rd day pf the Event, 14-08-2022. Seated (L to R): John Yeo [Esyms Grp Sdn Bhd], Choe Tong Seng, Carmen Chooi [Awen Global]). A photo taken after a Meeting with the Council members of the Malaysian Organisation of Pharmaceutical Industry (MOPI) on 29th July 2022. Attended a Meeting in the COI of the Pharmacy Board on 18th July 2022. Choe Tong Seng (2nd from Right)
Attended a Workshop on "Access to Affordable Treatment in Malaysia, 5th to 6th July 2022". Invitation by Third World Network (TWN). Stakeholders were a mix group of Government Ministries, Patient Support & Advocacy Groups, Civil Society Organisations and Academia. Pic: Choe Tong Seng (3rd Right)
First full Board Meeting for the Malaysian Association of Pharmaceutical Suppliers (MAPS) on 18th February 2020. Seated (L to R): TC Lim (President) and Choe Tong Seng (Secretary/Executive Director). Standing (L to R): Matthew John (Treasurer), AC Yeo, PK Joshi, Christine Yim (Assistant Secretary), Subramaniam, TF Heng (Vice President), Shamsul.
Flashback: Played my part as a "Pearl Contributor" to the Funds for the purchase of "Wisma MPS" in Puchong, Selangor. The Building was "declared open" on 1st November 2011 @ 11:00 am.
Attended Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society (MPS)'s EGM on 15th February 2020. With (L to R) Datin Mariani (Vice President), John Chang (Council Member), Choe Tong Seng, Andrew Tan (Deputy President), Norhila, Prof Dr Yeoh Peng Nam (Council Member), Amrahi Buang (President).
Headed PhAMA as its 15th President for 5 years (2001-2005). PhAMA is the Association for the MNCs in Malaysia. Memorable events during this period - "Hologram as a Counterfeit measure for Pharmaceutical Products", MoH's threat of using "compulsory licensing" for HIV products, "Patent Term Restoration"
Participated in the "Advocates & Solicitors Disciplinary Board "Roadshow for Disciplinary Committee members - Overcoming Practical Problems" on 20th December 2019 at the Selangor Bar Auditorium, Shah Alam
With Datin Dr Faridah Aryani, Director/Head of the National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) for the 8th Dinner Anniversary of the Malaysian Association of Pharmaceutical Suppliers.
Played host at MAPS 3rd Association Dinner on 18th October 2019. From my (L): Datuk Dr Kuljit Singh (President of APHM), Chin Keat Chyuan (President of PhAMA), Mathew M John (Director of MAPS), Lovy Beh (President of MCPG), Ewe Kheng Huat (Executive Director of PhAMA), Keh Song Hock (Executive Director of MOPI), Lam Kai Kun (Executive Director of MPS), Diong Sing Peng (former President of MOPI), Dr T Arasu (Secretary of MMA).
With VIPS and Speakers at the Opening Ceremony of the APEC-COE Pilot Training on "Supply Chain Security of Medical Products" held in Taylor's University on 25th September 2019. There were about 100 participants and 17 speakers from more than 10 countries.
Had a briefing in the Ministry of Health, 16th August 2019, on the new Supplier for the Hologram labels. (L to R: Choe Tong Seng, Datuk Nurammar (Executive Director, Techno Secure Print), Shahanaz (Deputy Operations Director, Pharmaniaga Manufacturing Bhd) and Peter Rayar (Vice President, MOPI).
Met up with Mr Ryu Youngkyu and Ms Ong Shu Yi from KOTRA (Korea Trade
Investment Promotion Agency) on 31st July 2019 at the MAPS Secretariat.
Major challenges for Korea products coming into Malaysia are: “high pricing”, challenging registration dossiers, different product categorization between the Malaysia and Korea Regulatory Authorities,
“minimum batch purchase/order quantity” and “product dosage availability”
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Participant at the Roundtable discussion on "Cancer and Insurance - Linking protection, treatment and care", 19th July 2019 in Bangsar South, KL. It was a profitable gathering where the Insurers had a better clarity, understanding and the financial needs of the patients in order to have a successful and better outcome in quality of life and care. Moving ahead, it is hoped that the Insurers would have a better and improved prevention, protection and treatment financial package for their cancer Insurance coverage at competitive and affordable price.
Participated in a Dialogue – “Can price controls ensure affordable and quality healthcare in Malaysia?” organised by the “Galen Centre for Health and Social Policy” on 21st June 2019 at the PJ Hilton.The dialogue provided a platform for stakeholders to discuss the Government’s intent to impose price controls. Participants were from relevant government ministries, pharmaceutical and healthcare technology industry, insurance and academia.
With the Minister of Health, YB Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad on 2nd April 2019 for the Townhall Session in Putra Jaya. Much was shared particularly on "Pharmaceutical Price Control" and the "Track-and-Trace barcode".
The Minister of Energy, Science, Technology, Environment and Climate Change, YB Yeo Bee Yin, launched the"Pharmacy Renaissance Summit on 24th March 2019. Was there for the launch and participated in the Summit. Event was organised by the Malaysian Community Pharmacy Guild.
A session in "Navigating the Healthcare Paradigm" on 24 - 25th August 2019 in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. A date to be kept.
Being a member of the Malaysia Pharmacy Board (aka Lembaga Farmarsi Malaysia), though I was not able to be present, I was glad that the Board met up with the Minister of Health, YB Datuk Seri Dr. Haji Dzulkefly bin Ahmad on 7th January 2019 to brief him on the objective, roles and functions of the Board.
Reappointed as a member of the Disciplinary Committee of the Malaysian Bar Council, for another two (2) years effective 18th November 2018
... too early ... waiting ...
Flash back 2009 ... a moment in time ... awarded by the Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society.
Citation herewith:
"Dr Choe Tong Seng, the MPS-B Braun Pharmacist of the Year, 2009 in Industry, is a charismatic MPS member who graduated with a Bachelor of Pharmacy with Honours from Universiti Sains Malaysia in 1976.
He has served the Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society as Council Member and Deputy President as well as being a member of the Malaysian Pharmacy Board, Ministry of Health. He is also a Life Member of the Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society.
He was a member of the National Advisory Consumer Council under the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs. He was also a board member in the Malaysian Professional Centre (BIM) which represents the interest of 20 professional bodies.
He is also one of the longest serving president of the Pharmaceutical Association of Malaysia (PhAMA) where he played a major role in the development of Industrial Pharmacy.
Due to his contribution to the industrial sector and the pharmacy profession, he was awarded the Pingat Khidmat Cemerlang Masyarakat (PMC) by His Royal Highness, Tuanku Yang Di Pertua Besar Negeri Sembilan."
Had a get-together after an Industry meeting on 19th March 2018. Picture (L-R): Heng Thin Fook (CMO, Medispec), Lim Teng Chyuan (MD, Somedico), Tan Sri Ariffin Yusuf (Chairman/CEO, Primabumi Group of Companies), Choe Tong Seng, Tammy Lim (Regulatory Director, Medispec).
With a fellow Michaelian at the function organised by the Malaysian Community Pharmacy Guild (MCPG) Seminar: "Pharmacy Revolution 4.0", on 11th March 2018. Dato' Beh Chun Chuan, is the Chairman of the BP Healthcare Group.
Attended the Seminar "Pharmacy Revolution 4.0 - Is your Pharmacy Business ready for the Digital Future?" on 11th March 2018 organised by the Malaysian Community Pharmacy Guild (MCPG). Picture (R-L): Choe Tong Seng, Dr Ravindran Naidu (President, Malaysian Medical Association), Ewe Kheng Huat (Executive Director, PhAMA), Lim Teng Chyuan (President, MAPS), Dato Brigadier-General Dr Halim (Malaysian Arm Forces)
Attended a briefing and discussion on the draft of "Code of Ethics for Pharmacists 2018", organised by the Pharmacy Board of Malaysia, Ministry of Health on 2nd March 2018. Picture (L-R): Choe Tong Seng, Lovy Beh Yen Shan, President and Loh Peng Yeow, Supreme Council Member of the Malaysian Community Pharmacy Guild (MCPG).
Participated in a full day "GS1 Malaysia Summit Seminar 2017", Concorde Hotel, Shah Alam on 16th November 2017. Great learning and network across different Industries.
At Taylor's University on 15th November 2017 to attend the Opening of the Regulatory Training Course on ACTD documents. There were 75 participants.
Attended a closed door dialogue with the Pharmaceutical Services Division, Ministry of Health, Malaysia on the "Track and Trace" system in tandem with the global trend in using this technology. This could materialise by Q1, 2019 for all pharmaceuticals.
Meeting with the Bahagian Farmasi, Ministry of Health, on 7th September 2017, on the proposed mechanism for Pharmaceutical Companies to have an annual "Price Declaration" to the Ministry. The Ministry intends to have access on its website retail prices for all pharmaceuticals to the public.
Was in the Pharmaceutical Engagement dialogue with the Ministry of Health, Secretary-General, Datuk Sei Chen Chaw Min on 24th August 2017 in Putra Jaya. Issues discussed included Health Transformation, Patient Assisted Program (PAP), Track-and-Trace technology for pharmaceuticals, Corporatisation of NPRA, "requirement to declare medicine prices" and "SL1M" Program.
Group photo taken after the dialogue on 24th August 2017 with the Sec-Gen Dato Seri Chen Chaw Min, Dr Salmah bte Bhari, Tan Sri Datuk Ariffin, Presidents of MAPS, PhAMA, MOPI and Senior Officers and Directors of the Public and Private sectors.
At the MPS Raya Celebration 2017 on 23rd July 2017. Picture (L-R): Pror Dr Zabedah (UiTM), Prof Dr Chua SS (Taylor's University), Choe Tong Seng, Datin Mariani Ahmad Nizaruddin (CUCMS), Wan Hwei Yen (Guardian Pharmacy)
Had a Hari Raya lunch with Jay Padasian, Senior Vice President, Healthcare Bio Division, Malaysian Bioeconomy Development Corporation Sdn Bhd on 23rd July 2017
At the Young Entrepreneur Program (YEP) - "Innovating through Value Chain" 14-16 July 2017 on 16th July 2017. Was one of the four Judges for the Finals of the Business Pitching. The others were, seated, Loh Peng Yeow (with tie, Strategic Advisor to Constant Pharmacy), Choe Tong Seng (seated in the middle), Winda Hayani Hassan (with head scarf, CEO of Medico Healthcare), Chong Wee Earn (in v-tee shirt and coat, Chief Pharmacist Trainer, Multicare Pharmacy).
Engagement of the 3 Pharmaceutical Trade Associations, on 5th June 2017, to strengthen collaboration and relationship building in meeting common challenges and issues in the healthcare ecosystem.
It was the time of the year for the "IMS Market Prognosis Malaysia 2016: Primary Research Interview". Met up with Akshay Verma, Consultant, Market Prognosis of QuintilesIMS on 23rd May 2017 afternoon.
At a relaxing Saturday wedding lunch on 8th April 2017, with (L-R): SS Lim (Director of Fresenius Medical Care), Choe Tong Seng and Zamane bin Abdul Rahman (CEO of Medical Device Authority, Ministry of Health).
Chaired a Talk on Halal Pharmaceuticals on 6th April 2017. An overview of the Industry was shared by En Amrahi (seated in red shirt with jacket), a Halal Pharmaceuticals expert, Dato Brigadier General Dr Halim (in military uniform) shared on Halal Pharmaceutical Logistics, Professor Dr Noorizan (seated between Amrahi and Halim) from UiTM, on the feedback from her research on consumer demands of Halal Pharmaceuticals, Puan Roziatul (seated on the left hand side of Amrahi) from CCM, shared on the journey to be certified as a Halal Pharmaceutical factory.
Led a delegation to the CPhI South East Asia, Jakarta from 22-24th March 2017. Had dinner with host from UBM Global and regional viz: Rutger Oudejans (Brand Director -Pharma Portfolio, Amsterdam), Marie Lagrenee (Event Manager Pharma, Amsterdam), Jina Kim (Sales Manager, Korea) and Maria Lioe, Event Director, Indonesia). Malaysian delegates were Choe Tong Seng, Ooi JY, Firani, Matthew John, Yim HK and Richard Kho.
Had a discussion with Maria Lioe, Event Director for CPhI, Jakarta 2017, to be held on 22 -24th March 2017, and her colleague, Fitria Tarmizie together with member Companies of the Malaysian Association of Pharmaceutical Suppliers (MAPS) on 10th March 2017
Had dinner chat with a friend whom I had not met for many years, Datuk Dr Hj Azami Said, Founder and Owner of NAZ Medical Supplies Sdn Bhd on 6th March 2017. He is a successful entrepreneur. Many could learn from him.
At the 112th Pharmacy Board Meeting held on 8th February 2017 at the Bahagian Farmasi, Ministry of Health, Malaysia.
Had an interesting afternoon conversation with Zarif Munir, Partner & Managing Director, The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) on 24th November 2016 afternoon.
With an old friend at the 111th Pharmacy Board Meeting on 21st November 2016, Prof Dato' Dr Abu Bakar Abdul Majeed, Assistant Vice-Chancellor, Medical and Dental Campus, Universiti Teknologi Mara.
Attended the 111th Pharmacy Board Meeting on 21st November 2016 at the Bahagian Farmasi, Ministry of Health, Malaysia. Photo (L- R): En Dali bin Ismail (the State Pharmacist, Perlis), Datuk Faridah bte Mohd Yusof (Chief Pharmacist, Universiti Kegangsaan Malaysia), Prof Datuk Dr Allan Mathews (Dean, Faculty of Pharmacy, Quest International University), Choe Tong Seng.
Attended the "Annual Supply Chain Summit 2016-Enriching Consumer Lifestyle", organised by GS1 Malaysia, on 10th November 2016, Concorde Hotel, Shah Alam, Selangor. With me was an ex-colleague Calvin Yong, Vice-President, Global Business Development ASEAN, LF Logistics.
The mid-term Review of the "National Medicines Policy 2nd Edition, 2012 or DUNas" was held on 1st - 3rd November 2016 at the Everly Hotel, Putra Jaya. Relevant stakeholders participated. There are 5 components in the Policy viz: (1) Governance in Medicines, (2) Quality, Safety and Efficacy of Medicines, (3) Access to medicines, (4) Quality use of medicines, (5) Partnership and Collaboration for the Healthcare Industry. I was in Components (1) and (5). Photo, above, was taken with the members of the said Components.
At the 2nd MAPS Biennial Dinner in Holiday Villa, Subang Jaya , 21st October 2016
Letter of Appointment to be a member of the "Disciplinary Committee of the Malaysian Bar Council" for a 2-Year term commencing 18th November 2016
Letter of Appointment to be a member of the Malaysia Pharmacy Board for a 3-Year Term:1st July 2016 to 30th June 2019. The Board governs the (1) admission, standards and quality of practices of the Pharmacy profession (2) accreditation of the Pharmacy schools (3) the practices of the Pharmaceutical Trade.
A moment caught in time with an old friend, Dato' Dr Brigadier-General Halim (on my left), Chief Military Pharmacist of the Ministry of Defence, Malaysia and a young Pharmacist, Rainee Jay during the International World Pharmacists' Day Convention in Penang, 18 September 2016.
Was at the above Event in Penang over the weekend.
Had a meeting with the GS1 Vendor on 9th September 2016. The GS1 Principal, Ulrike Kreysa, from Brussels, together with her local Malaysian office representatives shared on the latest development of GS1 adoption globally. The Pharmaceutical Industry stakeholders are proposing to the Ministry of Health to replace the existing "Hologram" with GS1 when it expires in early Q2 2017.
At Taylor's University on 27th July 2016, for the "Wellchem Book Prize 2016" Presentation to the final year Students.
Together with the Team, on 25th July 2016, met with the Minister of Health and the NKEA Steering Committee to proudly declare the successful execution of an EPP 3 Project, within the set timeline, under the Government's National Key Economic Areas (NKEA) Transformation Project.
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At a social gathering in the residence of Dr Victor SL Tan, CEO of KL Strategic Change Consulting Group (2nd from left) on 11th June 2016. Also present were Dato' Garry Chua, Group MD of Rotol Group and President of the Malaysia Retail Chain Association (5th from left) and Kelvin Ng, Managing Director of Chin Lai Hardware (1st from left).
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At the 49th MPS Annual Seminar, 27-29th May 2016. Picture taken with Datuk Nancy Ho, President of MPS. She will be succeeded by En Amrahi Buang for the new term 2016-2018. |
Participated in the "Training of Trainers for Good Governance for Medicines" on 10th May 2016, organised by the Ministry of Health in Petaling Jaya. Photo taken with some of the participants. |
Dinner with overseas "Tech Partner" and a local collaborator on a Pharmaceutical Project in Malaysia, 28th April 2016 evening - "wrapping" things up.
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Participated in the Seminar on "Challenges & Issues with Registration and Variations Applications" held on 09-10th March 2016 in the Eastin Hotel, Petaling Jaya. |
With Senior Trade Practitioners working on "Case Studies for Good Governance for Medicines" for the Private sector on 11th January 2016 at the Pharmaceutical Services Division, Ministry of Health.
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Group Photo for all the Stakeholders who participated in the review of the draft of the "Pharmacy Bill" or otherwise known as the "RUUF".
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On the Invitation of the Honourable Senator Datuk Paul Low, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department, responsible for promoting Governance and Integrity, an open discussion on the key challenges of the Pharmaceutical Industry was held on 29th September 2015 at the Prime Minister's Office, Putra Jaya. The Minister's portfolio involves collaborating with relevant stakeholders including Federal Ministries and State Governments to promote good governance practice and strengthening of transparency and accountability. Via an engagement and empowerment process, stakeholders will be equipped with the necessary tools and skills to take ownership of their initiative to ensure sustainability of the changes.
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At the National Regulatory Conference in "One World Hotel", Petaling Jaya from 3-5th August 2015. Conference was declared opened by the Honourable Minister of Health. There were more than 400 participants with both local and foreign Speakers delivering their lectures.
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At the Malaysian Pharmacy Students' Association (MyPSA)) function from 31st July to 2nd August 2015. Had the honour and privilege to be one of the Panel members for the "Young Entrepreneur Program".
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Ms Low Hui En, the first Pharmacy graduate to receive the inaugural Wellchem Outstanding Taylor's Pharmacy Student Award for 2015 on 27th July 2015. I was honoured to be able to bring this Award into fruition. (L-R): Choe Tong Seng, Professor Dr PT Thomas (Dean of the Pharmacy School, Taylor's University), Low Hui En, HK Yim (Director, Sykt Wellchem Sdn Bhd)
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Facilitated a Mid-Year Sales Review at the Bukit Kiara Equestrian & Country Resort on 23-24th July 2015 with Action Plan to move forward for the H2/2015 in order to achieve the Year's Target.
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With Tan Sri Dato' Dr Abu Bakar Suleiman,
President of IMU on 15th June 2015. Had the opportunity to work with him when he was the Director-General of Health in the Malaysian Ministry of Health from 1991 to 2001. He is currently the Chairman of IHH Healthcare Berhad
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Photo taken on 15th June 2015. (L-R): Mrs Wan Hwei Yen of Guardian Pharmacy; Mr John Chang, Immediate Past President of FAPA; Mr Andrew Tan, Vice President of MPS; Tan Sri Dato' Dr Abu Bakar Suleiman, President of IMU; Dato' Dr Amir Abbas, Chancellor of IMU; Prof Dr Abdul Aziz Baba, Vice President of IMU; Choe Tong Seng
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At IMU (International Medical University)'s Gala Dinner commemorating the 10th Anniversary B Pharm (Hons) Program at the Istana Hotel, Kuala Lumpur on 15th June 2015
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Met up with an old friend, Tan Sri Dr. Ismail Merican, on 13th June 2015 at a dinner reception, who is currently the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of MAHSA University as well as Consultant Physician and Hepatologist at the Prince Court Medical Centre, Kuala Lumpur. He was previously the Director-General of Health of Malaysia and President of the Malaysian Medical Council from 2005-2011
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With Jayant Judilson Judson in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia on 11th June 2015. He is with IMS Health, Bangalore, India. He was here to gather information for the IMS Country Annual Prognosis Report.
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Sanofi Pasteur "launched" its "world first" Dengue Vaccine felt by having the iconic mosquito, A Aegypti, walking around on 22nd May 2015 in an Exhibition in Penang. Indeed another potential tool in the armamentarium for dengue control and management.
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Dinner with Dr Ashok Philip (President-elect of the Malaysian Medical Association) and Dr Lim Chiew Wooi (Past President of the Malaysian Dental Association) on 23rd May 2015.
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At the "Northern Pharmacists Convention & 48th MPS Annual Dinner 2015" on 22nd to 24th May 2015, Bayview Hotel, Batu Ferringhi, Penang
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With Raja Shankar, Principal of IMS Consulting Group (IMSCG), London, UK in Kuala Lumpur from 9th to 10th April 2015. Working together on a business project in Malaysia. Great to have him since the last time we worked together in Singapore, November 2014
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Working together with Ben Siddall, Principal of Vantage Partners, Boston, USA on 9-10th April, 2015 on a Project in Malaysia.
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Collaborative work with an "old" friend, Chew Toh Tseng, Engagement Manager of IMS Health Asia Pte Ltd, Singapore on 4th April 2015 in Petaling Jaya. He is a Master Trainer for business and marketing modules.
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Presented a Talk on the "Challenges, Issues & Impact of Dispensing Separation" and "GST on Pharmaceuticals" to the Consultants of the "Malaysian Productivity Corporation (MPC)" on 2nd April 2015.
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(L-R): Choe Tong Seng, Keh Song Hock (Executive Director, MOPI), Ewe Kheng Huat (Executive Director, PhAMA) on 20-03-2015. Participated in the Briefing on "Pharmacy Bill" by the Pharmaceutical Services Division, Ministry of Health. This Bill, once passed by the Parliament, amalgamates the existing 4 different pharmaceutical legislations into one.
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Participated in the National Medicine Policy (NMP) Meeting, on "Medicines Accessibility", on 18th March 2015 in the Pharmaceutical Services Division, Ministry of Health, Malaysia.
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With the Ambassador of the Republic of Belarus, His Excellency Vladimir Lopato-Zagorsky in the One World Hotel on 12th March 2015. An "eye-to-eye" meeting to explore with His Excellency, the opportunities for the Companies in Belarus, to make market entry into the Healthcare Industry in Malaysia - pharmaceuticals, medical equipment/devices and medical education.
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Visited Rev Dr Tow Siang Hwa at his home in Singapore on 20th February 2015. He has planted over 20 Bible-believing churches and related Christian institutions in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Australia, England and Canada. He is currently the Senior Pastor of Calvary Pandan BP Church, Singapore. He is a creationist, pastor, preacher and internationally renowned gynaecologist.
He graduated in medicine in 1953 and became Professor and Chairman of the NUS, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology in 1965. He played a vital role at the Kandang Kerbau Women's Hospital (KKH), where it earned the accreditation of the Royal College for the MRCOG training in 1963. The Hospital also entered into the Guinness Book of World Records for the highest number of newborns - 40,000 in 1960 - within a single maternity facility, calling it the "Birthquake" Hospital.
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His ground breaking research in "molar pregnancy" in the early 1960s earned him the prestigious William Blair Bell Lectureship in 1965 and made his hospital a global leader in the management of this disease.
Today, Rev Dr Tow Siang Hwa is still testifying and serving the Lord fervently. He is an encouragement and inspiration to many in the field of medicines and Churches.
Was invited to Taylor's University's first "Pharmaceutical Industry Students Adoption Program (PISA)" MoU Signing Ceremony on 29th January 2015 in its' Lakeside Campus.
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I was honoured to be able to witness the making of the World's longest Christmas stollen, 90.8 m, at the Colmar Resort, Berjaya Hills on 24th December 2014. Chef Daniel Helmstetter, assisted by his wife, Alsace Marie and 6 other Malaysian bakers took 3 days to bake the 180 stollens with each measuring up to 50 cm before lining them up. The data recorded by the Malaysian Book of Records will be expected to be confirmed by the Guinness World Records.
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With Dato’ Lawrence Chan Kum Peng (Founder and Executive Chairman of Personal Development Leadership (P.D.L.) Management Corporation (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd - a leading Malaysian HR development training provider established in 1974). With trademark of "thumbs-up". Photo taken on 13th December 2014 in Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside Hotel, Kuala Lumpur.
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With (L to R) Lavin Seow (former Miss Malaysia Runner-Up, Actress, Model & popular Speaker), Victor SL Tan (CEO of KL Strategic Change Consulting Group, Author & Change Management Guru) on 13th December 2014 Kuala Lumpur.
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Facilitated a "GST (Goods & Services Tax) Talk - Getting Started" on 5th December 2014 by Ms Hedy Tan (2nd from left) of McMillan Woods YGL Outsourcing Sdn Bhd. GST will be implemented in Malaysia effective 1st April 2015. All business entities that have sales revenues of RM 500,000 or more per year will have to register for GST before 31st December 2014
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At the off-site Workshop for "Guideline for the Provision of Orphan Drugs" in Klana Resort, Seremban 2-4th December 2014.Organised by the Pharmaceutical Services Division, Malaysian Ministry of Health.
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Working on a Health Project with friend and Consultant Partner, Joel Hooper, Senior Consultant of IMS Consulting Group, London, United Kingdom on 17-19th November 2014 in Singapore
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At the "Women of Excellence Awards, 2014" held in Hilton Kuala Lumpur on 10th November 2014.
Standing (L-R): Choe Tong Seng, Andrew Tan (Vice-President, Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society, MPS), Datin Mariani Ahmad (Council Member, MPS), John Ho, Datuk Nancy Ho (President, MPS and the Recipient of the CEO Award for the Evening), Dr Nour Hanah (Deputy Director, Policy and Management Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Service Division, Ministry of Health), John Chang (Council member, MPS), Amrahi Buang (Chief Pharmacist, Universiti Hospital & Deputy President, MPS), Lee (Council member, MPS), Lam Kai Kun (Executive Director, MPS)
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With invited Guests at the Malaysian Association of Pharmaceutical Suppliers (MAPS)' 1st Annual Dinner on 31st October 2014.
Seated (L-R): Amrahi Buang (Deputy President of Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society, MPS), Radzmi Rahmat (President of MAPS), Tan Ann Ling (Director, National Pharmaceutical Control Bureau, NPCB)
Standing (L-R): Mathew John (Director, MAPS), Yew Wei Tarng (President, Pharmaceutical Association of Malaysia, PhAMA), Heng Thin Fook (Director, MAPS), Dr Ashok Philip (President-Elect, Malaysian Medical Association, MMA), Diong Sing Peng (President, Malaysian Organisation of Pharmaceutical Industries, MOPI), AC Yeo (Director, MAPS), Choe Tong Seng, Christine Yim (Director, MAPS), Andrew Tan (Vice President, MPS).
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At the Malaysian Association of Pharmaceuticals Suppliers (MAPS) 1st Annual Dinner on 31st October 2014. The Event was held at the Holiday Inn, Glenmarie, Shah Alam, Selangor
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Together with the Directors of the Malaysian Association of Pharmaceutical Suppliers (MAPS). A meeting was held, on 28th October 2014, with Consultants from the Malaysian Productivity Corporation (MPC), under the Ministry of International Trade and Industry on the "Impact of Regulatory Issues & Challenges relating to the Pharmaceutical Industry".
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Facilitated a Training Program entitled "Sales Excellence for Long Term Leadership (SELL)" from 2nd to 4th October 2014, with a high "Power Impact" Trainer.
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(L to R): En Mohd Alamin Rehan (Consultant, Regulatory Review Department), Choe Tong Seng, En Zahid Ismail (Director, Regulatory Review Department). As a recognised member of the Expert Panel in the Pharmaceutical sector for the Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC), I was invited to present a Talk, on the morning of 25th September 2014, to the Consultants of MPC, a Statutory Body under the Ministry of International Trade and Industry. The subject matter was "Pharmaceutical Industry and Regulatory Framework". |
The Regulatory Seminar brought much insight and challenges to the Industry Players in the demand for better practices and control. This was held in Eastin Hotel, Petaling Jaya on 24 to 25th September 2014
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Brainstorming in the "Medicines Pricing & Reimbursement Workshop 2014", 25 -27th August 2014, under the auspices of the Pharmaceutical Services Division, Ministry of Health Malaysia. One of the "Building Blocks" towards Malaysia's Healthcare Transformation Program.
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Photo taken on 5th December 2003 at INSEAD, Fontainebleau, France, one of the world’s leading and largest graduate business schools. Having a study break in sharpening the skills and knowledge in Marketing.
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A letter of Appointment dated 30th June 2003, from the then Minister of Trade and Industry, YB Dato Seri Rafidah Aziz (now Tan Sri RafidahAziz) to be member of the Council for the "National Professional Services Export Council (NAPSEC)".
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Receiving an Appointment Letter from the then Minister of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs, YB Tan Sri Dato' Haji Muhyiddin bin Haji Mohd Yassin, now the Deputy Prime Minister and Education Minister of Malaysia, to be a member of the National Consumer Advisory Council to the Minister. Served the Council for 3 Terms of 2 years each from 1999.
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As President of PhAMA, cutting the Birthday Cake, celebrating PhAMA's 30th Anniversay with Past Presidents and Members of the Board on stage. The Event was held in Eastin Hotel, Petaling Jaya on 25th October 2002. On my immediate right was the late Alex Tan (former President of PhAMA (formerly MPTMA) and MPS) and my left, Tan Sri Dato Seri Dr Mohd Ismail Merican (the then Director-General of Health, Malaysia).
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On 15th November 2000, I was conferred the Royal Award of Negeri Sembilan by the then Yang di-Pertuan Besar, Tuanku Ja'afar for "The Medal for Outstanding Public Service or, in Bahasa Malaysia, Pingkat Khidmat Masyarakat Cemerlang (PMC)". The late Tuanku Ja’afar was also the tenth Yang di-Pertuan Agong (King) of Malaysia from 26 April 1994 until 25 April 1999.Tuanku Ja'afar passed away on 27 December 2008 at Hospital Tuanku Jaafar, Seremban
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Flash back to 2nd December 1999. Acceptance Speech for winning the Prestigious Antah Group of Companies Award in a glittering ceremony in Kuala Lumpur. On stage were (L to R): YAM Tunku Dato' Seri Utama Naquiyuddin, the late Tuanku Jaafar ibni Almarhum Tuanku Abdul Rahman, the formerYang di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan, who was also the former Yang di-Pertuan Agong (King) of Malaysia, YAM Tunku Tan Sri Imran.
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Conquered Mount Kinabalu (4095m), the highest mountain in South East Asia on 25th May 1999. Ironically, the highest peak is named "Lows Peak".
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Praise God, for the opportunity to see the rare, parasitic, rootless and leafless plant which has the largest known flower in the World. This spectacular flower, commonly refers to as Rafflesia,is indeed a sight to behold. Photograph taken on 19-07-2014 near the Poring Hot Spring, Ranau, Sabah.
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Had a first taste of jungle durians, orange and red flesh "species", in Sabah, en-route to Mount Kinabalu (4095m), the highest mountain in South East Asia on 18-07-2014.
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Dialogue with the Director of National Pharmaceutical Control Bureau (NPCB), Ministry of Health, Malaysia on 3rd July 2014
(L to R): Mathew John (Managing Director, Jetpharma), Lianna (Director, Averroes), AC Yeo, (Managing Director, Pharmaforte) Christine Yim (General Manager, Wellchem), Choe Tong Seng, Radzmi Rahmat (CEO, Germax), Tan Ann Ling (Director, NPCB), Pua Ann Nee (RA, Stada), Gracia Ng (RA, Pharmaforte), Chong Siew Mei (Marketing Manager, PharmD)
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Meeting Hall for the ACCSQ-PPWG at the Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa, Petaling Jaya from 17th -20th June 2014. Attended by 350 participants from ASEAN countries. Malaysia is the Chair of the ACCSQ-PPWG.
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(L to R): Choe Tong Seng, Andrew Tan (Vice-President, Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society), Yew Wei Tang (President, Pharmaceutical Association of Malaysia), Lam Kai Kun (Executive Director, Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society) at the Opening of the ACCSQ-PPWG Meeting at Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa, Petaling Jaya on 19th June 2014.
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Flashback ... 9th August 2009 ... received the "Pharmacist of the Year Award, Malaysia - Industry". Presented by the Hon Minister of Health, Malaysia, YB Dato' Seri Liow Tiong Lai in Hotel Istana, Kuala Lumpur.
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The driver for "Dispensing Separation", Mr Amrahi bin Buang, Chief Pharmacist of University Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) cum Deputy President of the Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society (MPS). Taking a break on 25th May 2014.
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Assoc Prof Dr Mohd Azmi, Deputy Dean, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Malaysia. Sharing his book on "Economic Evaluation of Dispensing Separation Policy in Malaysia - A Decision Analysis Approach". Meeting in Hotel Istana on 24 -25th May 2014.
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Chairing a Session on "Contractual Arrangements between Principals & Distributors" on 27th March 2014
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Presentation made to members of MAPS (Malaysian Association of Pharmaceutical Suppliers) during its 3rd Annual General Meeting on 20-03-2014
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At a Wedding Dinner Party on 15th March 2014. Front (L to R): Prof Dr Yeoh Peng Nam, Mrs PT Thomas, Lam Kai Kun. Back ( L to R): Prof Dr PT Thomas, Choe Tong Seng
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As a participant in the Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society Strategic Meeting from 28th February to 2nd March 2014. Venue: Cyberview Resort & Spa, Cyberjaya, Selangor.
Front (L to R): Prof Dr Yeoh Peng Nam, Wong Hooi Fen, Abida Haq Syed M Haq, Y Bhg Dato' Eisah Abdul Rahman, Dr Nour Hanah Othman, Y Bhg Datuk Nancy Ho, Andrew Tan Eng Joo, Abdul Aziz b Jamaludin, Lam Kai Kun. Back (L to R): Rahman Lim, Neo Eng Kee, Amrahi b Buang, Choe Tong Seng, Cheah Ming Loong, Lim Teng Chyuan, Lim Jack Shen, Mark Cheong, Ewe Kheng Huat
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Participated in the "Bengkel Transformasi Farmasi (translation: Workshop for the Pharmacy Transformation)" organised by the Pharmaceutical Services Division, Ministry of Health, Malaysia. There were 4 Components to the Transformation Program viz: 1) Benchmarking for Community Pharmacies 2) Zoning for Community Pharmacies 3) Body Corporate formation to replace the Lembaga Farmasi 4) Good Marketing Practice. This was held in Hotel Avillion Legacy Malacca, 10 - 11th February 2014.
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With Cheang Chin Wooi, Executive Director for LF Asia (Manufacturing & Distribution) during the LF Asia Malaysia, Annual Dinner & Dance 2013 held on 10th January 2014 at the Dorsett Grand, Subang, Selangor
12th December 2013: Caught up with David Ho, CEO & Managing Director of Hovid Bhd, a Malaysian Biotech company, listed in the KLSE.
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(L) to (R): Choe Tong Seng, G Saravanan (Managing Director of Biocare), Rohit b Jassani (Project Director, Biocare) and SK Menon (3M)
I was part of the Biocare Team which was awarded the EPP3 status for the MDI manufacturing plant from the Minister of Health on 12th December 2013. |
Attended the Announcement for the Award of Projects under the Economic Transformation Program - NKEA, Healthcare, EPP3 by the Minister of Health, Malaysia in the Ministry of Health, Putra Jaya on 12th December 2013. Congratulations to all Project Owners ... the journey has just begun ... glad that I had a role in one of the awarded Projects.
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Was a member of Group 2 of the "Medicines Pricing & Reimbursement Workshop" organised by the Pharmaceutical Services Division, Ministry of Health, Malaysia on 11 -12th November 2013 in Avillion Hotel, Port Dickson, Seremban. This is one of the building blocks under the Malaysian National Medicines Policy (DUNas 2.0) in ensuring "Accessibility & Affordability of medicines" to the community.
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Facilitated a Talk on "Intellectual Property". Photo taken with Mr P Kandiah, an Intellectual Property (IP) Expert, Founder & Director of KASS International on 29th October 2013. KASS International has Offices in Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia.
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Delegate to the 2nd Malaysia International Healthcare Travel Expo (MIHTE) 2013 held on 21-22 October 2013 at the Sunway Pyramid Convention Centre, Subang, Malaysia. Official Launch by YAB Tan Sri Dato' Haji Muhyiddin Haji Mohd Yassin, Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia.
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Conducted a series of Strategic Corporate Workshops to drive business forward with defined "Vision, Mission & Values" supported by a High Performance Team. The Launch of the Corporate "Vision, Mission & Values" to all the staff of the Company was on 9th October 2013 ... the commencement of the journey to structural and business transformational growth.
With IJ Lau, proprietor of Jake's Charbroil Steaks, Kuala Lumpur on 3-10-2013 afternoon. Had frequented this highly rated Steakhouse for many years and this is the first opportunity meeting him in person.
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Member for the Malaysian National Medicines Policy (2013-2017) 2nd Edition (or DUNas 2.0) organised by the Ministry of Health from 24-27th September 2013. About 100 participants representing the various Stakeholders were invited to map out the next phase in the Healthcare transformation program.
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Participated in the 13th Pharmacy Seminar & Dinner 2013 held on 20-09-2013 |
Exploring collaborative partnership with logistic provider, FMH Bhd on 14th August 2013
(L to R): HS Ong (General Manager, FMH Bhd), Choe Tong Seng, KC Wong (Director, MEGAHR)
Malaysia celebrated "Hari Raya" on 8-9th August 2013. Thousands thronged the event at the Prime Minister’s Open House in Sri Perdana, Putra Jaya. Many were able to get close and personal with the PM himself. A number of tourists, comparing the situation to that in their own countries, remarked that they have never experienced such a cordial atmosphere between the government leaders and the people.
With YB Minister of Health, Malaysia YB Datuk Seri Dr S Subramaniam (seated: middle) on 8th August 2013.
Standing (L to R): Andrew Tan, Ng See Hien, Lam Kai Kun, Choe Tong Seng, Mrs Wan Hwei Yen, Datuk Nancy Ho, Ms Wong Hooi Fen.
Dinner on 02-07-2013 with Joseph Wang from Taiwan (President-elect of Federation of Asian Pharmaceutical Associations (FAPA) and John CP Chang, Malaysia (President of FAPA).
(L to R): Choe Tong Seng, Joseph Wang, John CP Chang
The MoU on the "Cooperation in the Field of Pharmaceutical Data" between IMS Malaysia and the Ministry of Health Malaysia. This was signed on 28th June 2013.
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28th June 2013 - a Historical day! After working, as a key driver, for 2 years and 3 months the MOU, on the cooperation and sharing of pharmaceutical data between the Ministry of Health and IMS is finally signed! I was indeed elated!
This is the first for the Public Private Partnership (PPP) in data sharing, in the Pharmaceutical Industry, not only in Malaysia but, I understand in the region, if not globally. All pharmaceutical stakeholders will now have a more accurate IMS data as well as using this data as a common platform for analytic purpose.
(Front: L to R): Puan Hasnizan (Senior Deputy Director, Pharmacy Practice and Development), Choe Tong Seng, Angeline Leong (Manager, IMS), TK Koh (GM, IMS), Dato' Eisah (Senior Director, Pharmaceutical Services Division, Ministry of Health), Dr Salmah (Director, Pharmacy Practice and Development), Puan Salbiah (Deputy Director, Pricing).
(Back:L to R): Tan Ann Ling (Director, National Pharmaceutical Control Bureau), Dr Chua Hong Teck (Director, PEMANDU for NKEA:Healthcare).
Participated in the ETP NKEA Healthcare EPP3 held in the Institute of Health Management, Kuala Lumpur, organised by PEMANDU, on 4-6th June 2013. Objective was to revisit the strategies, goals and the scope of EPP3 in order to propel the Industry into the next phase of transformational growth. There were 3 working groups viz: Biosimilars/Vaccines, Generics and OTC/Health Supplements. It was a great success!
With Keh Song Hock, Executive Director of PhAMA on 22nd May 2013. PhAMA is an Association for the global Pharma MNCs. I had the honour and privilege to work with Keh whilst I was the President from 2000 to 2005. He has in-depth knowledge of the Healthcare Industry as he had served in the Government and Private sectors in very senior capacities. Looking forward to work with him again as he moves into his new challenge wef 1st June 2013.
Participated in the 46th Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society - Annual Seminar held on 10 to 12th May 2013 at Hotel Istana, Kuala Lumpur.
With David Harnden, IMS Writer, UK on 9th May 2013 evening. He authors the IMS Country Annual Prognosis Report which provides pharmaceutical performance analysis for the past 12 months and the next few years to come. This Report is well subscribed by leading global MNCs for strategic country planning, investments and growth.
Participated in 2.5 days of knowledge filled National Regulatory Conference 2013 organised by the Pharmaceutical Services Division (PSD), Ministry of Health Malaysia. Happy to note great development, progress and happenings in the Traditional Medicines, Medical Devices and the pharmaceuticals sectors with the objective of delivering Quality, Safety and Efficacious products and services to the community. Congratulations and Well Done, PSD!
Chaired a Talk on Good Distribution Practice. With Harry Ng, Senior Assistant Director, Good Distribution Practice Section, Centre for Compliance and Licensing, National Pharmaceutical Control Bureau, Ministry of Health, Malaysia on 25th April 2013
Seated (L to R): Wong Sie Sing, President of Malaysian Community Pharmacists Guild (MCPG) and Datuk Nancy Ho, President of Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society (MPS)
Standing (L to R): Loh Peng Yeow, Miss Wong, John Chang, Choe Tong Seng, Sebastian Lai, Lee Yin Chen, Chin Kim Lin
" ... A very productive discussion followed with agreement met regarding strategies to address prices disparities and supply issues ..." MPS iBulletin 130425
Invitation to a Meeting organised by the Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society to set direction on "Pricing Issues relating to Retail Pharmacies" on 19th April 2013
Board Meeting on 19th March 2013 with the Directors of the Malaysian Association of Pharmaceutical Suppliers (MAPS).
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Trade delegates visited the National Pharmaceutical Control Bureau, Pharmaceutical Services Division, Ministry of Health on 13th March 2013. The Director, En Tan Ann Ling together with his Team played host to the delegation.
Business Investment Briefing to the Pakistan Trade Delegation led by Mr Wajihullah Kundi, Commercial Counsellor of the Pakistan High Commission, Malaysia on 22nd November 2012.
Represented Parlo Tours as a delegate to the Malaysia International Healthcare Travel Expo (MIHTE) on 5th to 7th November 2012 (L to R): Choe Tong Seng, Dr Mary Wong, CEO of the Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council, Ministry of Health, Malaysia, Mr Gan Hong Wai, Division Manager, Healthcare, Parlo Tours.
Dubbed the Father of the Deaf, Mr Tan Yap is a sign language expert with 47 years of experience and was instrumental in the establishment of schools for the deaf in several states. He also introduced the sign language to educate the deaf in Malaysia since the early 1970s. Photo taken on 1st November 2012.
Participated in the Full-Term Review of the National Medicine Policy (DUNAS), Malaysia on 15th to 17th October 2012. Datuk Eisah, Senior Director, Pharmaceutical Services Division, Ministry of Health, Malaysia declared OPEN the Review.
With Mr Anand, formerly General Manager, IMS Malaysia and now Managing Director of IMS Indonesia. Meeting up in Kuala Lumpur on 12th September 2012.
Chairing a Seminar on Competition Act 2010 on 21st June 2012. The Speaker was Cik Dhaniah of the Legal Department of MyCC (Malaysian Competition Commission), Malaysia.
Hosted a Talk on TRIPS (Trade Related Intellectual Property Rights) on July, 2012 (L to R): Ms CL Cheah (Tay & Partners), Ms Linda Wang (Tay & Partners), Choe Tong Seng, Marina Choo (Stadpharm).
As Chairman for the "Opening of the New Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society (MPS) Building" on 11th November 2011 (L to R): Mr John Chang-President of Federation of Asian Pharmaceutical Associations (FAPA), Datuk Nancy Ho-President of MPS and En Aznan-Director of Primabumi, Choe Tong Seng |