EMGS AND ANA SIGNS STRATEGIC MOU TO BOOST JAPAN - MALAYSIA HIGHER EDUCATION MOBILITY

PUTRAJAYA,Malaysia,June 16, 2025/PRNewswire/ -- Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) and All Nippon Airways (ANA),Japan'slargest airline group, have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in promoting educational mobility and tourism betweenMalaysiaandJapan, with a primary focus on international students studying inMalaysia.

The MoU signing ceremony, held at DoubleTree by Hilton Putrajaya Lakeside, marks a significant step in enhancing student mobility opportunities and simplifying travel for international students. The partnership aims to support EMGS's mission to positionMalaysiaas a premier education hub globally, while offering international students seamless travel experiences with ANA.

In his speech, EMGS CEO,Novie Tajuddinhighlighted the growing interest among Japanese students to pursue higher education inMalaysia."We are seeing a steady increase in applications fromJapan, with mobility programme participation rising by 24%, which is the highest to date,"he said."This collaboration opens new doors for Edutourism and international engagement, making it easier for students to explore academic and cultural experiences in both countries, benefiting not only Japanese students, but all international students inMalaysia.

ANA General Manager, Mr.Akira Tamuraechoed this sentiment, emphasising ANA's commitment to connecting the next generation."This MoU is not just about air travel, it's about bridging people, knowledge, and cultures. We are honoured to support the Ministry of Higher Education's vision through this meaningful partnership with EMGS,"he said.

The collaboration follows several successful engagements, including the first Higher Education Mobility Carnival held during Malaysia Fair inTokyoin 2024 and recent initiatives such as the Graduate Pass, a post-study visa allowing international students to stay inMalaysiafor up to a year. Notably, the first Graduate Pass recipient was a Japanese alumna of Monash University Malaysia.

ANA is the largest airline inJapan, providing extensive connectivity and a commitment to high-quality service. ANA is offering convenient routes to over 50 domestic destinations acrossJapanand premium onboard services, including Halal meal options, student-friendly benefits, and twice-daily flights fromKuala Lumpurto Tokyo Haneda andNaritaairports on Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft. In turn, this partnership is expected to deliver a more enriching travel and educational experience for students.

Both EMGS and ANA expressed hope that this MoU will pave the way for further collaborative efforts, driving educational tourism and reinforcing the long-standing ties betweenMalaysiaandJapan.

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About Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS)

Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) is a Company Limited by Guarantee ("CLBG") under the purview of the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia. EMGS is the wing responsible for promotingMalaysiaas the talent and knowledge hub and the preferred education destination among international students around the world. It is also the principal body that manages the movement of international students inMalaysia, including facilitating visa processing.

About All Nippon Airways (ANA)

Founded in 1952 with just two helicopters, All Nippon Airways (ANA) has grown to become the largest airline inJapan. Today, ANA HOLDINGS Inc. (ANA HD) is recognized as one of the World's Most Admired companies by Fortune.

ANAHD was established in 2013 as the largest airline group holding company inJapan, comprising 71 companies.

It offers three distinct airline brands: ANA, Peach, the leading LCC inJapan, and AirJapan, launched in 2024 for international routes coveringAsia.

ANA's legacy of superior service has earned SKYTRAX's 5-Star rating every year since 2013, making it the only Japanese airline to win this prestigious designation for 12 consecutive years.

ANA is also a four-time recipient of the ATW Airline of the Year award, recognized for excellence in aviation.

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