According to recent reports, Malaysia is all set to host its first ever bio-fashion show at the MyBiotechnology Carnival 2010 from Saturday to October 2 of this year at the National Science Centre.

The report added that the carnival, organized jointly by the Malaysian Biotechnology Information Centre (MABIC), Malaysian Biotechnology Corporation and the centre, is the first event on biotechnology in Malaysia to help government’s steps to build up the segment.

While talking to media, the executive director of MABIC, Mahaletchumy Arujanan said, “Since the launch of the National Biotech Policy in 2005, total investment in the industry has reached RM4.5 billion, with 173 BioNexus-Status companies contributing RM1.786 billion in total approved investment.”

Further, she said that the carnival promoted by the Ministry of Education and Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation is expected to welcome around 5,000 viewers.

She said, “To ensure we reach out to others outside the Klang Valley, the carnival will be replicated in the northern regions at the Science Centre in Gunung Keriang, Kedah.”

According to Arujanan, the event would take place from Nov 6 to Nov 19, covering Kedah, Perak, Penang and Pahang.