University of Malaya - Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) in Economics University of Amsterdam - Diploma in European Economic Integration
Working Experience
Tan Sri Datuk Asmat bin Kamaludin had a distinguished career with the Ministry of International Trade and Industry, Malaysia ("MITI") spanning over 35 years, culminating with his retirement as Secretary-General in January 2001. Between 1973 and 1976, he had served as Senior Economic Counsellor for Malaysia in Brussels and worked with several international bodies such as the Association of South-East Asian Nations, World Trade Organisation and Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, representing Malaysia in relevant negotiations and agreements. He was also actively involved in several national organisations such as Johor Corporation, Small and Medium Scale Industries Development Corporation and Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation. In 2008, Tan Sri Asmat was appointed by MITI to represent Malaysia as Governor on the Governing Board of the Economic Research Institute for Asean and East Asia. Tan Sri Asmat had served as Group Chairman of UMW Holdings Berhad from 20th February 2001 until his retirement.
Directorship of Public Companies
Panasonic Manufacturing Malaysia Berhad, Compugates Holdings Berhad, AirAsia X Berhad and JACTIM Foundation.
Interest
18,000 shares (indirect holding) in UMW Holdings Berhad
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