Police only doing as they are told... I'm sure Dr. Mahathir was quietly amused (bemused)

If you read my blog/webpage you will know I have met some of Proton's management, past and present.
Proton being a Malaysian car company. They own Lotus (Hethel).
I have briefly met Dr. Mahathir. Now Chairman of Lotus and Proton.

I presented at ASLI with his Son (a former Lotus board member) and Tengku Mahaleel (former CEO of Lotus).

Before we went on both gentlemen let me know they would not appreciate it if I publicly embarassed them in any way... Keeping face in Asia is a big deal it would seem.
So I am not suprised to see this video appearing on youtube. Obviously, a VVIP was apprehensive about being publicly humiliated and took appropriate action.
The Police are only following orders.

I remember in my younger days having contact with the Police in America. I was arrested several (3)times for drink driving. The Police did what the Police do. End of.
The last time, I had an argument at the bar with a Man who was rude to the bar staff (gave him the wrong brand of beer). The person I argued with felt it necessary to call the Police after I left, apparently he got a pay rise from 'our' company for this.
I got what I deserved, a ban, a fine, lost my house for six months, and had a black mark against my name...  Fair enough.

In Dr. Mahathirs case I imagine he was escorted home/elsewhere. No harm done...

In addition to Datuk Lukman resigning Lotus are hiring!

A few days ago the deputy CEO of Proton Datuk Lukman resigned. DRB Hicom are I assume looking for a replacement.
Lotus meanwhile are apparently hiring.
Lotus are operating without a CEO. So it would seem two high level positions are to be filled.
Plus Lotus are looking to increase their staff by about 100.
http://paultan.org/2013/08/02/lotus-gets-100-mil-investment-to-create-100-new-jobs/#comments

Obviously, I have been annoying DRB Hicom for a position for some time.

Maybe, the time has come? Time will tell.

Here is a video of a new 'Backpackers' Hotel concept in Kuala Lumpur.
I think the concept of using containers as accommodation interesting.

Incidentally, should you be backpacking through Malaysia, I can personally recommend Red Palm in Bukit Bintang.

Lotus Engineering Malaysia closed. I'll stay on track.

I am out of the loop in Group Lotus. Today I heard that Lotus Engineering Malaysia was closed when DRB-Hicom took over. The expats were let go. The Malaysian employees were redeployed.

Some have been there for years and have love interests in Malaysia, others will be working abroad somewhere. A few will be taking a rest and counting their money!

Oh well, life goes on.

Me, I am looking forward to the day that my proposal gets accepted. The expats in Group Lotus were not proactive in helping me get it off the ground, so for me nothing has changed. Without wishing to sound rude, it might be better. No-one saying we can't because...

Here in the UK we are being warned of flooding with travel advisories.

I am expecting Jimmy and Mila tomorrow morning. Jimmy works in Proton Malaysia. I was hoping to take them on a little road trip. Lets see what happens!

Back to my project. None of the people I contact about it are with Group Lotus.

I normally contact Genii or DRB-Hicom/Proton people.

Genii were kind enough to get me in touch with Sir Jackie Stewart.

DRB-Hicom and Proton people tend not to answer their emails!

I have presented at ASLI Asian Strategic Leadership Conference (Automotive)

So everyone knows!

Dr Mahathir Proton and Petronas adviser with me at ASLI 2010

Me with the ex CEO of Proton and the Big boss at SepangF1 circuit.

I gave an overview of the Motorsport University concept. I also introduced and moderated several sessions. Many thanks to ASLI for the opportunity. Particularly Kenanga the conference organiser.

The previous year Alex Yoong was my guest at the conference. Among other things, Alex works for Caterham now. He is something of a celebrity in Malaysia.

So corporate Malaysia knows of my plans.

Ideally, Group Lotus and Lotus F1 would partner, along with Caterham and Petronas.

Getting educational partners will not be difficult. They want to be paid, so funding needs to be provided. I know that is obvious.

Next year, I am hoping for great things.