Malaysia’s flagship finance event, Unlocking Capital for Sustainability (UCFS) 2026, will take place on July 23, 2026 at the PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur, bringing together policymakers, financiers, and industry leaders to explore “Financing Growth for a Resilient Economy.” The one-day conference will focus on mobilizing capital for sustainable investment, inclusive growth, and resilience amid global uncertainty.

📅 Event Overview

• Event Name: Malaysia 2026 – Financing Growth for a Resilient Economy
• Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026
• Venue: PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur
• Organizers: Eco-Business in partnership with UNDP, supported by AmBank Group, Control Union, and RSPO

🎯 Key Themes

• Sustainable Finance: Mobilizing institutional and private capital for climate adaptation and resilience.
• Resilient Growth: Strengthening regulatory and financial systems to withstand global shocks.
• Circular Economy: Financing industrial transformation and decarbonization.
• Energy Security: Exploring the ASEAN Power Grid and regional energy resilience.
• Digital Transformation: Addressing the resource demands of AI and data centres.

🎤 Featured Speakers

• Edward Vrkić – UNDP Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei
• Noor Akmar Shah Mohd Nordin – Malaysia National Adaptation Plan (MyNAP)
• Amanah Aboobucker – Chief Sustainability Officer, AmBank Group
• Christina Ng – Co-Founder, Energy Shift Institute
• Perpetua George – Sustainability & Climate Change Director, PwC Malaysia
• YB Charles Santiago – ASEAN Parliamentarians for Human Rights
• Chai Kien Poon – Country Head, Funding Societies Malaysia
• Nadhilah Shani – ASEAN Centre for Energy

🏙️ Why It Matters

Malaysia is positioning itself as a regional leader in sustainable finance, aiming to attract large-scale investment into adaptation and resilience projects. The event will highlight:

• Climate resilience for SMEs
• Nature and biodiversity finance
• Transparency and human rights in finance
• Industrial decarbonization and ESG integration

📌 Registration Details

• Promo Code: UCFSMY25OFF (25% discount for Eco-Business community)
• Eligibility: HRDC funding available for participants

Join Olympic Medalist Sakshi Malik and 6,000+ delegates for an unprecedented convergence of global education leaders in Bangkok.

📅 Save the Date

On April 25th, 2026, the vibrant city of Bangkok, Thailand will transform into the global epicenter of educational innovation and excellence as it hosts the 36th Edition of the World School Summit (WSS).

This isn’t just another conference—it’s a global movement celebrating the pinnacle of achievement in education.

🌐 A Gathering of Unrivaled Scale

• 6,000+ delegates from over 40 countries
• 200,000+ global nominations received during the pre-event phase
• A melting pot of diverse perspectives, groundbreaking strategies, and cross-cultural alliances

The journey to Bangkok has already begun for thousands of institutions worldwide, setting the stage for a record-breaking summit.

🏛 Where Leadership Meets Recognition

The 36th World School Summit is curated around three essential pillars that define modern educational success:

• Leadership: Engage with visionaries and policymakers shaping the schools of tomorrow.
• Recognition: Celebrate unsung heroes, innovative institutions, and transformative principals.
• Global Exposure: Showcase your institution on an international stage and foster partnerships beyond borders.

🥇 Champion Spirit: Chief Guest Sakshi Malik

We are honored to announce that Olympic Medalist Sakshi Malik will grace the summit as Chief Guest.

Her resilience, dedication, and pursuit of excellence mirror the spirit of WSS. As a trailblazer who conquered the world stage, her presence will inspire educational leaders striving to raise champions in their own classrooms.

🎟 Secure Your Place Among the Elite

The 36th World School Summit is an exclusive gathering designed for high-quality networking and collaboration.

• Access is strictly by nomination only.
• Stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the giants of global education.
• Showcase your institution’s leadership, innovation, and impact on a world stage.

👉 Do not let this opportunity pass. Nominate Now!

🌏 See You in Bangkok

We look forward to welcoming the world to Bangkok on April 25th, 2026—a defining moment in the future of learning.