GIOAS | Open Conversation Georgetown | Open Dialogues Georgetown | Global Dialogue Georgetown | Technology Dialogue Georgetown
GIOAS | Open Conversation Georgetown | Open Dialogues Georgetown | Global Dialogue Georgetown | Technology Dialogue Georgetown
GIOAS | Open Conversation Georgetown | Open Dialogues Georgetown | Global Dialogue Georgetown | Technology Dialogue Georgetown

GIOAS IS A PLATFORM BRINGING PEOPLE TOGETHER TO MEET, NETWORK AND SHARE IDEAS.

We seek to explore ideas and complexity within open societies. As a UNESCO World Heritage City, George Town is well placed to attract thinkers, teachers, students and doers in the world of science, social science, business, government and civil society.

LATEST FEATURES

Appointment as Special Adviser to Sabah Chief Minister

Tan Sri Andrew Sheng ~ Appointed Special Adviser to Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor on 28 March 2026.

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Piercing the Myth of Central Bank Independence

Articles by Tan Sri Andrew Sheng on “Piercing the Myth of Central Bank Independence”, The Caijing-MayFlower, published 21.10.2025 in Chinese. 

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OUR PARTNERS

Open dialogues always happen in a community with shared values and beliefs.  If you wish to be informed or play a role in this open dialogue platform, please contact us.
Wawasan Open University
Disted College
Institute Para Limes
GIOAS | Open Conversation Georgetown | Open Dialogues Georgetown | Global Dialogue Georgetown | Technology Dialogue Georgetown

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We are always available around the clock to assist you with your inquiries.

Wawasan Open University
George Town Institute of Open and Advanced
Studies (GIOAS)

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+604-226 9323

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Penang, Malaysia 10050