KLCC reinforces position as secure venue for ASEAN Summit

by HIDAYATH HISHAM

THE Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) is set to welcome the heads of government and delegations of South-East Asian nations this week as it hosts the 46th ASEAN Summit.

In a statement, KLCC said it is honoured to be chosen once again as the official venue for a high-level multilateral gathering, reinforcing its position as an internationally recognised event destination.

“Apart from the advantage of physical infrastructure, KLCC’s added value also includes security protocols resulting from close cooperation with senior police officers, traffic authorities and special security forces,” it said.

Security protocols have been strengthened in collaboration with police, traffic enforcement and special forces to ensure the safety of all attending leaders, diplomats and government officials.

Operational capabilities at the venue also include internationally accredited culinary services, secure environments and full-spectrum safety assurance, making it a preferred venue for high-level international engagements.

“Among the latest upgrades are high-definition LED displays, next-generation audiovisual systems and artificial intelligence (AI)-based smart room control systems,

“This initiative is reinforced with high-level cyber security protocols and sustainable event management practices certified by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO).

“This positions KLCC at the forefront as a safe and responsible event organiser,” it said.

This year marks KLCC’s 20th anniversary, making it the only venue in Malaysia to have hosted multiple ASEAN Summits, including in 2005 and 2015.

Since opening in 2005, the venue has welcomed over 29 million visitors and held more than 22,000 events, contributing approximately RM12.6 billion to the national economy.

KLCC said it continues to serve not just as a venue, but as a strategic platform for Malaysia’s global engagement and diplomatic image.