We refer to Circular No. 56/2023. The Games were hosted for the first time by the Johore Bar between 31 Aug to 2 Sept 2023. The Right Honourable Chief Justice of Malaysia, Y.A.A Tun Tengku Maimun binti Tuan Mat had led the Malaysian contingent whereas The Honourable Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon led the Singaporean contingent. The welcoming reception took place on 31 Aug and the closing ceremony with official dinner took place on 2 Sept with our Honourable Chief Justice as the guest of honour and with good attendance by members of the Bar from Malaysia and Singapore.
A total of 20 games (competitive and non-competitive) were played at various venues around Johor Bahru with more than 500 participants and supporters from Malaysia and Singapore. In the end, the Malaysian contingent had emerged victorious and declared as the winner taking over the title from the Singapore contingent.
On behalf of the Johore Bar Committee, I would like to express the Committee’s heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to all members for the support and co-operation for the Games. To the organising committee members, liaison officers, volunteers and secretariat staff, thank you for your time and efforts in attending to the logistics and various aspects of the smooth organisation of the Games. To all the participants, thank you for embracing the spirit of friendly competition and camaraderie within our legal fraternity. Special thanks go to our sponsors and contributors, whose good support and contribution played an important role in ensuring the smooth running and success of the Games. The Committee is indeed grateful for your support. Once again, thank you to everyone who played a part in making this event a success.
R JAYABALAN
CHAIRMAN