MTI 2022 Newsletter Aug Issue

AUGUST 2022 ISSUE - VOL.5 CATS AROUND THE WORLD & MOU SIGNING WITH FARLEY GROUP INSIDE THIS ISSUE : ❖ ‘CATS AROUND THE WORLD’ EVENT - IN THE NEWS ❖ SARAWAK CATS EXHIBITION ❖ PORTRAITS OF THE WORLD CONTEST ❖ MTI MISS CHARITY QUEEN 2022 VOTING RESULT

Editor’s NOTE Tiong Li San, Editor [email protected] Dear Readers, Happy Sarawak Day to our friends in East Malaysia. A celebration for the state annually since 22 July 1963. Gearing up to the auspicious month of August, travelers to Sarawak will also enjoy the festivities of the Rainforest World Music Event, Malaysia’s National Day and Sarawak Regatta, a paddling challenge on the Kuching Waterfront. Just as exciting are the landmarks and cultural sites the delegates will visit later in November, planned meticulously by the organizing team. There’s always more to discover, in Sarawak!

Dear National Directors, President’s Message delegates, and readers, Another 3 months more to the World Final, how time flies! With the countdown, I’m sure the delegates are excitedly preparing for their trip to Sarawak, and the opportunity of a lifetime to be on the Miss Tourism International stage. It is a huge duty, representing one’s country, but I’m sure the ladies will do well in this highly anticipated Tourism pageant. Leading up to the World Final, they will also visit numerous places in Sarawak. We’ve arranged a special surprise, these ladies will get to see the largest flower in the world - the rafflesia. Also timely for the City of Cats, the launching of a Cats Exhibition. Stay with us for more news, and behind the scenes sneak peek. Tan Sri Danny Ooi President & Owner of Miss Tourism International

Glitz & Glamour AUGUST 2022 ISSUE - VOL.5 Cats Around the World 2022 & MOU Signing Ceremony ~ 22 JULY 2022 ~ Imagine meeting adorable, lovable feline friends from all over the world, in one event! A collection of delegates’ photos with Cats Around the World, for the photography contest! Also, from 18th to 20th November, the CatsFespo - local cats festival and expo - will be held at Farley Mall, Kuching, the renowned “City of Cats”. Enticing more visitors to visit the state. The MOU ceremony was signed by YAST Group, - Founder and Chairlady Madam Esther Law - and official event partner Farley Group - Director Mr. Eijing Lau. Witnessing the moment was Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Sebastian Ting Chiew Yew. A sneak preview - there will be a Digital Cat Palace formulated by YASTECH, a virtual gallery exclusive for the event. Official Partner : A retailer who operates in supermarket and departmental store, providing a premium shopping experience with an affordable price ! Miss Tourism International Silver Jubilee Celebration 4

Glitz & Glamour AUGUST 2022 ISSUE - VOL.5 Miss Tourism International Silver Jubilee Celebration 5

Glitz & Glamour AUGUST 2022 ISSUE - VOL.5 ‘CATS AROUND THE WORLD’ EVENT ~ IN THE NEWS ~ Miss Tourism International Silver Jubilee Celebration 6

Glitz & Glamour AUGUST 2022 ISSUE - VOL.5 Sarawak Cats Exhibition  What better way to celebrate Sarawak’s “City of Cats”, Kuching, than with our cuddly feline friends. The 3 days Sarawak Cats Exhibition will feature gorgeous, fluffy and exotic felines of various breeds. Delegates will be cuddling up for a photogenic shot or two, and for a cats fashion show. These photos will also be added to the MTI 2022 NFT Collection. Portraits Of The World Contest “Some painters transform the sun into a yellow spot, others transform a yellow spot into the sun.” Pablo Picasso Beauty, grace and intelligence. The qualities carried by the delegates and crowned queens of Miss Tourism International 2022. Under the brush of talented local and international painters, the delegates’ portraits and intangible qualities will be immortalised. What’s more, all portraits will be released as exclusive NFTs under YAST Art. 10 portraits will be selected, with the artists and delegates winning prizes. Miss Tourism International Silver Jubilee Celebration 7

MTI Miss Charity Queen 2022 Voting Result ~ As of 07 August 2022 ~ Reigning Miss Tourism International 2021 queens are still in the race to win the hearts of their fans. Voting ends 31st October 2022. Head on over to https://mtinft.io/ to vote! For Franchise Enquiry, please contact us : [email protected] www.misstourisminternational.com MissTourismInternational