Pictured at The Knights Award Season 5 Press Conference (from left) are Datuk Ismail Nordin, Bon Zainal, Cecilia Lim, Datuk Sasikala Devi Subramaniam, Dr Zyro Wong, Esther Hor, YM Engku Datuk Abd Aziz and Datuk Jonathan Lim, representing organisations from business, government and strategic partnerships that support The Knights Award.
The Knights Award Season 5 Press Conference, presented by The Knights Atelier, officially launched the fifth edition of the international awards platform, bringing together industry leaders, strategic partners, distinguished guests, and members of the media. Since its inception, The Knights Award has recognised over 180 outstanding individuals and organisations, fostering international collaboration, meaningful partnerships, and business excellence.
Season 5 is supported by an extensive network of partners, including the Commonwealth Youth Innovation Hub, Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS, Takun Retreat Club, ASTRO, the New Media Center of Hainan Broadcasting Station, and various branding, technology, hospitality, automotive, and supporting organisations.
The event venue was adorned with The Knights Award’s signature chess knight installation, reflecting the award’s values of honour, leadership and excellence.
The Ennoblement Ceremony will once again be held at Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS, KLCC in October 2026, welcoming distinguished business leaders, celebrities, innovators, and international delegates while showcasing Malaysia on the global stage.
Among the first recipients announced for Season 5 are internationally renowned personalities Judika, Linda Chung, David Chiang, Zhang Jizhong, Usha Seamkhum, and Malaysian singer-songwriter Firdhaus, with more recipients to be revealed ahead of the ceremony.
A key highlight of the press conference was the signing of three strategic Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs):
- Commonwealth Youth Innovation Hub to advance youth innovation and international collaboration across the Commonwealth.
- Regal Global as the Official Residence Partner.
- The Webxite as the Official IT Solutions Partner to strengthen The Knights Award’s digital ecosystem.
The Knights Award recognises individuals and organisations that exemplify excellence, innovation, leadership, and sustainability while providing recipients with branding opportunities and access to valuable international networks. Guided by its distinguished Council of Lords, the platform continues to strengthen cross-border collaboration and business excellence.
Dr Zyro Wong (right), President of The Knights Award, and Cecilia Lim (left), Director of Partnership & Stakeholder Management at the Commonwealth Youth Innovation Hub, following the exchange of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during The Knights Award Season 5 Press Conference.
Dr Zyro Wong, President of The Knights Award, said the continued partnership with the Commonwealth Youth Innovation Hub reinforces the organisation’s vision of positioning Malaysia as a global hub for entrepreneurship, culture, sustainable growth, and international collaboration.
The launch also featured congratulatory video messages from several Season 5 recipients and past award winners, highlighting the growing international recognition and legacy of The Knights Award. Guests were also introduced to the award categories, assessment criteria, and nomination process.
Nominations for The Knights Award Season 5 are now officially open at www.theknightsaward.com.
