Invitation to the PIO Academic Conference

In conjunction with the 3rd People of Indian Origin (PIO) Day of Malaysia

PIO ACADEMIC CONFERENCE

We warmly invite academics, researchers, students, and community leaders to join this significant academic and cultural gathering.

📅 Date: 11th July 2025 (Friday)
🕙 Time: 10.00am to 6.00pm
📍 Venue: The International Youth Centre, Cheras, Kuala Lumpur
🎓 Opening Ceremony by:  H.E. Shri Ankan Banerjee,
Joint Secretary, Diaspora Engagement Division, Ministry of External Affairs, India.

Plenary Keynote

Impact of Indian Diaspora Communities on India-Malaysia Relations

Panel Discussions

A. Preserving PIO Heritage & Identity in an Uncertain World
B. Malaysia–India Relations: Governments & People to People Relations
C. Expanding the PIO Footprint in Global Business
D. The Next 15 Years: Challenges Facing Malaysian PIOs

🎟️ Admission is Free

🖊️ Register Now:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScu6SdyhJwMge8OBAw9hkbR_2pTx1GbtxWIE-jv2sgGyOleGA/viewform?usp=header

Come be part of this vital conversation on the Indian diaspora!

Contact Information

📞 Call for Enquiry: +60 16 680 5579
📱 WhatsApp: +60 16 443 7090
📧 Email: piostudiesjournal@gmail.com
🌐 Website: www.gopio.org.my

📱 Follow Us On Social Media:
Facebook: PIO International Festival
Instagram: @PIOFESTKL

Organised by:

• Global Organisation of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) Malaysia

• High Commission of India, Kuala Lumpur

• Malaysian Association of Indian University Graduates

• The Indian Council for Cultural Relations

• International Youth Centre

• University of Cyberjaya