The event, set to take place at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching, marks the first time Sarawak will host this prestigious archival conference.

During the closing ceremony of the ICA Congress 2025 in Barcelona, Sarawak’s Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, The Honourable Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, formally accepted the hosting rights. This milestone represents Malaysia’s second time hosting an ICA event and Sarawak’s debut as host destination.

Strong Multi-Agency Collaboration

The successful bid, initiated in 2024, resulted from collaboration between multiple agencies, including the Sarawak State Library and the National Archives of Malaysia. Ten key organizations, from government bodies to universities, supported the bid, demonstrating strong federal and state partnership.

Conference Details and Expected Impact

The ICA Conference 2027 will run from November 1-5, 2027, at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching. The event expects to attract over 1,000 international delegates, including government representatives, archival institutions, and academic leaders. The conference aims to showcase Sarawak’s commitment to heritage preservation and digital transformation, aligning with their Post COVID-19 Development Strategy 2030.

“ICA’s mission is about carrying legacies forward, and as the legacy capital of business events in Malaysia and Borneo, Sarawak is proud to carry the torch for 2027,” stated Minister Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. BESarawak CEO Amelia Roziman emphasized the significance of the strong teamwork between federal and state partners in securing this prestigious event.