THE 1st PUTRAJAYA INTERNATIONAL DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL, 2009
As the name implies, the 1st PUTRAJAYA INTERNATONAL DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL, 2009 MALAYSIA was the very first event held at Putrajaya, Malaysia. The event was hosted for 3 days from 5 to 7th June 2009 at Precinct 6, Putrajaya Water Sports Complex, Putrajaya.
Mega Events Sdn Berhad (MESB) - an event management company is the main organizer for the International Dragon Boat Festival. The primary sponsor for the international event is Ministry of Tourism, Malaysia and the festival was made possible with the collaboration of Perbadanan Putrajaya (PPj), Ministry of Information, Communication & Culture (MICC), Penang Dragon Boat Association (PDBA) and other Government bodies/ agencies.
Accordingly, the 3 day event was a success and the achievement of the international event was due to the diligent, dedication, teamwork, collaboration and cooperation from various Government Ministries/ Agencies, Corporations, Associations, MESB management team and with the affiliation and support of:
- i. Affiliation:International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF)
- ii. Corporate Sponsors: POS Malaysia. IPC SHOPPING
- iii. Official Media: Media Prima (NTV 7, TV3, 8TV, Radio Prima)
- iv. Official Hotel & Transport: Mayflower Car Rental
- v. Official Hotel: Radius International Hotel
- vi Official Foods and Beverages: Indo Café, Delco , Chicken Rice Shop
COMPLIMENTARY WORDS:
- News Straits Time, 12 May 2009:
"Putrajaya - The administrative capital plays host to the biggest Dragon Boat event in Malaysia".
- The Star. 13th May 2009
Tan Sri Soong Siew Hoong:
"We want to set a platform of international standard for foreign investors to see Putrajaya not only as Malaysia’s administrative capital but also as a centre with a capacity large enough to host such a significant international event".
"This sport promotes teambuilding and fosters camaraderie and strength".
- The Star, 11th June 2009
Tan Sri Samsudin Osman,
President Perbadanan Putrajaya (PPj):
"The event is in line with PPj’s aim to make Putrajaya Lake a venue for water sports in the country and the region".
"It’s a sport for everyone. Everyone can participate, both men & women and old and young".
"I never see such an enjoyable sport...... This sport goes beyond ages and races ......"
- Opening Speech, 5th June 2009
Minister of Federal Territory, Malaysia:
"In line with 1Malaysia concept - focus on unity and integration, the Dragon Boat Festival will educate everyone on race history and how it has grown as global Sport internationally".
- Setiausaha Sulit – Menteri Wilayah Persekutuan:
"Objective to promote Putrajaya had been achieved".
- Astro Awani – Interview:
"Putrajaya have the capacity to become the centre hub of Dragon Boat Race in Asia".
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