The International Conference on Communication and Media

08/09/2026

🌏 Proudly Supported by Business Events Sarawak (BES)!

The International Conference on Communication and Media 2026 (i-COME’26) is proudly supported by Business Events Sarawak (BES).

We are grateful for BES’s generous support and commitment towards making i-COME’26 a meaningful international platform that brings together scholars, researchers, and industry professionals to exchange ideas, share insights, and shape the future of communication and media.

Thank you, Business Events Sarawak, for being part of our i-COME’26 journey! ✨

🔗 i-COME’26 on the Business Events Sarawak website: https://businesseventssarawak.com/event/10th-international-conference-on-communication-and-media-i-come26/

08/09/2026

📢 Exciting News from i-COME'26! 🎉

We're thrilled to reveal our two esteemed partner institutions for the International Conference on Communication and Media (i-COME'26)! 🌏✨

🤝 Universitas Ciputra — Creating World Class Entrepreneurs 🎓

🤝 Universiti Poly-Tech Malaysia (UPTM) 🎓

Together, we're building bridges across borders to bring you a conference packed with fresh insights, global perspectives, and meaningful collaborations in communication and media. 🌐📡

Stay tuned as we gear up for i-COME'26!

07/09/2026

🎉 UPDATED NEWS from i-COME'26! 🎉

We are proud and excited to announce our Strategic Partners for the International Conference on Communication and Media (i-COME'26)! 🌐

🤝 UKAS – Unit Komunikasi Awam Sarawak
🤝 RTM – Radio Televisyen Malaysia

Together, we're bringing communication and media scholars, practitioners, and innovators together for a conference that bridges research and real-world impact. With the strength and reach of our partners, i-COME'26 is set to be bigger and more meaningful than ever!
📡 Stay tuned for more updates!

03/09/2026

🌍 CALLING ALL PARTICIPANTS TO i-COME’26!

Greetings from Universiti Utara Malaysia!

Join us at the 10th International Conference on Communication and Media (i-COME’26) and be part of an exciting international gathering of scholars, researchers, industry practitioners, government representatives, and communication professionals.

📅 11–13 September 2026
📍 Borneo Cultures Museum, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia

🌐 Conference Theme
Navigating Global Communication through Digital Competence for a Sustainable Future

✨ Why Join i-COME’26?
🤝 Expand your professional network by connecting with academics, researchers, industry experts, policymakers, and communication professionals from around the world.
💡 Gain valuable insights into the latest developments and emerging trends in communication, media, digital competence, and sustainability.
🎤 Learn from distinguished keynote speakers and industry experts, including:

Datuk Ashwad Ismail, Director General, Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM)

Prof. Jeffrey Sachs, Director, Centre for Sustainable Development

Syed Mohammed Idid Syed Ahmed Idid, General Manager, Strategic Communication & Stakeholder Engagement, West Sarawak Electricity Sdn. Bhd.

🌏 Be part of meaningful discussions on how globalisation, digital transformation, and emerging technologies are shaping the future of communication and media.
💰 Special Participant Registration Rates
✨ RM250 – Day 1
✨ RM300 – Day 1 & Day 2

Don't miss this opportunity to learn, connect, exchange ideas, and experience an international conference in the heart of Kuching, Sarawak!

📍 Venue: Borneo Cultures Museum, Kuching, Sarawak

📅 Date: 11–13 September 2026

🔗 For more information:
i-COME’26 Official Information Page: http://smmtc.uum.edu.my/i-come

We look forward to welcoming you to i-COME’26! 🇲🇾✨

24/08/2026

🎙️ Meet Our Keynote Speakers | i-COME'26

We are honoured to introduce our distinguished Keynote Speakers for i-COME'26, bringing together expertise from government, global sustainable development, and strategic corporate leadership:

• Datuk Ashwad Ismail
Director General, Radio Television Malaysia (RTM)

• Prof. Jeffrey Sachs
Director, Center for Sustainable Development at Columbia University & President, UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN)

• Mr. Syed Mohammed Idid Syed Ahmed Idid
General Manager, Strategic Communication & Stakeholder Engagement, West Coast Expressway Holdings Bhd.

Join us as these distinguished speakers share their insights, experiences, and perspectives on shaping the future through research, innovation, and collaboration.

We look forward to welcoming you to i-COME'26.

23/08/2026

Sekitar rakaman Rancangan Bual Bicara 'Juh Randau' menampilkan Profesor Madya Dr. Mohd Khaire Ahmad, Dekan Pusat Pengajian Teknologi Multimedia dan Komunikasi (SMMTC), Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) dan Profesor Madya Dr. Romlah Ramli, Timbalan Dekan SMMTC UUM baru-baru ini, 21 Ogos 2026, Jumaat, jam 9 malam di saluran Youtube dan page Unit Komunikasi Awam Sarawak (UKAS).

Akses YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7P4DBP8ckHw

Ucapan penghargaan dan terima kasih kepada UKAS di atas kesudian memberikan ruang mempromosikan Program The 10th International Conference on Communication and Media 2026 (i-COME'26) yang bakal berlangsung pada 11 hingga 13 September 2026 bertempat di Borneo Cultures Museum, Kuching, Sarawak.

JUH RANDAU Edisi 65 (i-COME'26) Perkongsian daripada Profesor Mad...

21/08/2026

Liputan media oleh Unit Komunikasi Awam Sarawak (UKAS) berkaitan kolaborasi strategik SMMTC UUM dan UKAS dalam usaha memastikan kejayaan i-COME'26.

Akses YouTube: https://youtu.be/jXaTTwgHKjA?si=NGc3iTWFTyROufLK




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UUM & UKAS Strengthen Strategic Cooperation To Ensure...

21/08/2026

Jawatankuasa Program The 10th International Conference on Communication and Media 2026 (i-COME’26) yang diketuai oleh Dr. Jamilah Jamal, Pengarah i-COME’26, telah mengadakan kunjungan ke Unit Komunikasi Awam Sarawak (UKAS) selama dua hari baru-baru ini. Kunjungan tersebut turut disertai oleh Profesor Madya Dr. Mohd. Khairie Ahmad, Dekan Pusat Pengajian Teknologi Multimedia dan Komunikasi (SMMTC), Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM), Profesor Madya Dr. Romlah Ramli, Timbalan Dekan Akademik dan Antarabangsa SMMTC serta Dr. Adibah Ismail, Pengerusi Program Komunikasi SMMTC.

Pada hari pertama, kunjungan dimulai dengan sesi rakaman podcast Program Rancangan Bual Bicara ‘Juh Randau’ yang menampilkan Profesor Madya Dr. Mohd. Khairie Ahmad, Dekan SMMTC UUM dan Profesor Madya Dr. Romlah Ramli, Timbalan Dekan SMMTC UUM. Rakaman tersebut dijadualkan untuk disiarkan pada 21 Ogos 2026 (Jumaat), jam 9.00 malam menerusi saluran YouTube dan laman Facebook rasmi UKAS.

Pada hari kedua p**a, jawatankuasa i-COME’26 bersama pihak pengurusan SMMTC UUM telah mengadakan pertemuan bersama Datuk Abdullah bin Haji Saidol, Timbalan Menteri di Jabatan Premier Sarawak yang menjaga Hal Ehwal Korporat, Penerangan dan UKAS. Pertemuan tersebut memberi tumpuan kepada perbincangan berkaitan peluang kerjasama strategik antara i-COME’26, SMMTC UUM dan UKAS, khususnya dalam memperkukuh jaringan serta sokongan terhadap penganjuran persidangan berkenaan serta program-program pada masa akan datang.

Pengurusan dan seluruh warga SMMTC UUM merakamkan setinggi-tinggi penghargaan dan terima kasih kepada pihak UKAS di atas kesudian menerima kunjungan serta memberikan sokongan dalam mempromosikan i-COME’26.

Semoga jalinan kerjasama strategik yang terjalin di antara SMMTC UUM, i-COME’26 dan UKAS ini dapat terus diperkukuh serta membuka lebih banyak ruang kolaborasi pada masa akan datang, khususnya dalam memperkasa bidang komunikasi dan media di peringkat kebangsaan dan antarabangsa.



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21/08/2026

Sekitar Lawatan Tapak ke Borneo Cultures Museum, Kuching, Sarawak baru-baru ini oleh Jawatankuasa Program The 10th International Conference on Communication and Media 2026 (i-COME'26) diketuai oleh Dr. Jamilah Jamal, Pengarah i-COME’26. Turut hadir, Profesor Madya Dr. Mohd. Khairie Ahmad, Dekan Pusat Pengajian Teknologi Multimedia dan Komunikasi (SMMTC), Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM), Profesor Madya Dr. Romlah Ramli, Timbalan Dekan Akademik dan Antarabangsa SMMTC serta Dr. Adibah Ismail, Pengerusi Program Komunikasi SMMTC.

Lawatan tapak ini bertujuan untuk meninjau lokasi persidangan yang bakal dijalankan termasuklah dalam aspek persiapan teknikal, susun atur ruang, penelitian berkaitan keperluan peserta, jamuan dan katering, pengurusan protokol dan VIP, logistik dan pengurusan acara serta lain-lain perkara yang dibincangkan bersama pihak pengurusan Borneo Cultures Museum bagi memastikan kelancaran penganjuran program ini.

Lawatan ini merupakan antara persiapan penting Jawatankuasa i-COME’26 dalam memastikan segala keperluan dan aspek pengurusan persidangan dapat diselaraskan dengan sebaiknya. Pemilihan Borneo Cultures Museum sebagai lokasi persidangan turut memberi peluang kepada para peserta untuk menikmati pengalaman akademik yang diserikan dengan keunikan warisan dan budaya Sarawak.

Ucapan penghargaan dan terima kasih kepada pihak Borneo Cultures Museum di atas layanan yang amat baik sepanjang tempoh lawatan tapak ini.



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