PM of Malaysia to Speak at East-West Center Nov. 12

Nov. 9, 2011

Prime Minister of Malaysia to Speak
at East-West Center Nov. 12

Invitation-only event is open for press coverage

The Prime Minister of Malaysia, The Honorable Dato' Sri Mohd Najib bin Tun Abdul Razak, will speak at the East-West Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, on Saturday, Nov. 12 at 2:15 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time (HST). Prime Minister Najib will speak on the topic of “The Global Movement of Moderates.”

The invitation-only address is open to press coverage, but please note that there is limited space. Final access time for members of the media is 1:00 p.m. HST at:

Imin Center-Jefferson Hall
1777 East-West Rd.
Honolulu, HI 96848

A mult box will be available for audio feed on a first-come, first serve basis.

Pre-registration is not required for media, but media representatives wishing to attend must present of one of the following: (1) a U.S. Government-issued media identification card (APEC credential, Department of State, White House, Congress, Department of Defense, or Foreign Press Center), (2) a media-issued photo identification card, or (3) a letter from their employer on letterhead verifying their employment as a journalist, accompanied by an official photo identification, such as driver's license or passport.

The EAST-WEST CENTER promotes better relations and understanding among the people and nations of the United States, Asia, and the Pacific through cooperative study, research, and dialogue. Established by the U.S. Congress in 1960, the Center serves as a resource for information and analysis on critical issues of common concern, bringing people together to exchange views, build expertise, and develop policy options.

ENDS