KUALA LUMPUR – Former deputy minister of tourism, arts and culture Datuk Muhammad Bakhtiar Wan Chik has been appointed chairman of MyCreative Ventures Sdn Bhd (MyCreative).
The appointment takes effect today.
Bakhtiar, 57, replaces Noor Azmi Mat Said, whose two-year term has expired, said MyCreative Group chief executive officer Junady Nawawi in a statement today.
He said Bakhtiar, who is Balik Pulau MP, can help bring local entrepreneurs and arts activists to the global level with his vast experience in development and strategic planning, as well as his interest in art, culture and heritage.
“It is our collective goal to ensure that MyCreative gives a positive impact on all stakeholders in the creative ecosystem, including artists, entrepreneurs, investors, and the community,” he said.
Junady also expressed his appreciation to Noor Azmi for his contributions to the development of the creative industry.
In the same statement, Bakhtiar said the orange economic sector has the potential to play an important role in contributing to the country’s gross domestic product.
“I am committed to working hard with the MyCreative team to achieve this goal and help ensure the continued success and growth of the creative industry,” he said.
MyCreative Ventures is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Minister of Finance Incorporated, reporting to the Communications and Digital Ministry with the objective of advancing Malaysia’s creative industry through strategic and innovative investment. – Bernama, March 10, 2023
