KUALA LUMPUR: Former Harian Metro group editor Datuk Mustapa Omar has been appointed as the new Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) chief executive officer effective Friday (Sept 1).
MPI, in a statement on Friday, announced that Mustapa is replacing Datuk Dr Chamil Wariya, whose term ended on June 30.
Mustapa has more than 33 years’ experience in journalism and started his career at Berita Harian and retired as Harian Metro’s group editor in 2017.
“The management of MPI is confident with his experience, skills and credibility, Mustapa can further strengthen MPI’s governance and excellence,” read the statement.
MPI also recorded its highest appreciation to Chamil, and thanked him for his services as MPI’s CEO for 16 years. – Bernama
Former Harian Metro group editor, Datuk Mustapa Omar, has been appointed as the Malaysian Press Institute’s (MPI) new CEO. Mustapa’s appointment is effective from September 1st. This announcement was made by MPI on Friday, following the end of Datuk Dr Chamil Wariya’s term on June 30th. Mustapa brings with him over 33 years of experience in journalism, having started his career at Berita Harian and retiring as Harian Metro’s group editor in 2017. The statement released by MPI expressed confidence in Mustapa’s expertise, skills, and credibility to enhance the institute’s governance and excellence. MPI also extended its utmost gratitude to Chamil for his 16 years of service as MPI’s CEO. – Bernama
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