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Conference Day · Thursday, 19 November 2026

The 2026 Programme.

Malay Leaders Legacy · Wasiat Pemimpin Melayu

Seven speakers. Five pillars. One question: what does this generation of Malay leaders owe the next?

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At a glance

One day. Many perspectives.

01 · Morning 08:30–12:40

Opening addresses, keynote and featured sessions

View morning ↓ 02 · Afternoon 14:10–17:00

Dialogue sessions, reflection and networking

View afternoon ↓ 03 · Evening 18:00–22:30

Convocation ceremony, grand dinner and cultural showcase

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Conference programme

Morning Session

Thursday, 19 November 2026
All times GMT+8

Registration

Opening & Inaugural Addresses

Dr. Mohammad Nizar Mat Nor — Opening Address
Prof. Dr. Igor Kondrashin — Inaugural Address

Keynote Address

Prof. Dr. Solehah Yaacob
The Malay People in the Testament of Ibrahim: The Philosophy of Malay Civilisation in Navigating Leadership in the End Times

Coffee Break

Featured Session

Prof. Dr. Supyan Hussin
The Malays: A Sovereign People — Malay Sovereignty and the Continuity of Civilisation

Featured Session

Dr. Haji Mohd Fadir Embong
The Malays: Rediscovering a Forgotten Distinction

Lunch Break

Conference programme

Afternoon Session

Thursday, 19 November 2026
All times GMT+8

Afternoon Dialogue Session

Dr. Mohammad Nizar Mat Nor
Privilege Is Not a Crutch for the Malays

Afternoon Dialogue Session

Dato’ Abu Bakar As-Sidek bin Mohd Sidek
Malay Intellectuals Must Find Their Voice

Afternoon Dialogue Session

Haji Ghazali Ismail
The Future of the Malays Cannot Be Left to Political Rhetoric

Reflection & From Dialogue to Action

A concise reflection drawing together key ideas and exploring what comes next — from philosophical discourse to meaningful action.

Coffee Break & Networking

Group Photo

Convocation and Grand Dinner

Convocation Ceremony & Grand Dinner

Thursday, 19 November 2026
All times GMT+8

Registration & Guest Arrival

Academic Procession

Graduates, academics and members of the University Board enter in formal procession.

Convocation Ceremony

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Opening welcome and formal declaration by Prof. Fidel Gutierrez Vivanco, Rector, WPF University.

Awards & Conferment
PhD in Scientific Practical Studies
Advanced Diploma in Al-Quranic Philosophy
Teaching Diploma in Al-Quranic Philosophy

Presidential Address
Prof. Dr. Igor Kondrashin, President & CEO, WPF

Grand Dinner & Malaysian Cultural Showcase

View featured performances

Audiosounds — Live Buskers
Gendang Sri Marang — Serunai
Gendang & Silat Performance
Gemalai Seni Purnama — Traditional Dance

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Conference Day registration is RM250. The Heritage Tour on 20 November is a separate, limited-capacity programme.

The programme is subject to change. All times are approximate and shown in Malaysia Standard Time (GMT+8).

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