Mohd Azizul Ramli 2 Report post Posted July 20, 2014 Some parties are lobbying for MH crew to lead the Malaysian contingent at the opening ceremony of the XX Commonwealth Games in Glasgow in 3 days from now. This is a gesture of unity and support towards the airline and to push for the global community to come up with a solution to the MH17 tragedy. I think it is a brilliant idea. If you agree too, cast your vote here. http://www.astroawani.com/news/show/undian-wajarkah-krew-mas-dibenar-bawa-jalur-gemilang-di-sukan-komanwel-40298 Sports and Youth Minister is aware of the lobbying effort, so hopefully he can turn it into a reality. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KK Lee 5 Report post Posted July 20, 2014 By elevating profile in time of crisis like this may gain some sympathy but would have stronger long term impact on consumers mind, which would be bad for branding. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Johan Z 0 Report post Posted July 20, 2014 I don't think it would be bad for the branding in the long term (See 9/11). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KK Lee 5 Report post Posted July 20, 2014 I don't think it would be bad for the branding in the long term (See 9/11). Don't forget to include closing ceremony for double exposure. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mohd Suhaimi Fariz 2 Report post Posted July 20, 2014 Not sure if there is any extra crews that can be spared. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
V Wong 0 Report post Posted July 20, 2014 It takes a lot of courage and guts to face the world smiling (?) at such a depressing time. But then , MH crew is the bravest of all. After all, the occupational hazard is the highest for them Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Adam Lawrence 0 Report post Posted July 21, 2014 It takes a lot of courage and guts to face the world smiling (?) at such a depressing time. But then , MH crew is the bravest of all. After all, the occupational hazard is the highest for them Flag bearer have to smile? Not necessary.... After all, they still have to smile to every passenger onboard MAS flights everyday after the incident. By elevating profile in time of crisis like this may gain some sympathy but would have stronger long term impact on consumers mind, which would be bad for branding. The intention is not to gain sympathy.... read the article from the link provided. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Benjamin Ho 0 Report post Posted July 21, 2014 Very brilliant idea. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JingKai Seah 0 Report post Posted July 21, 2014 I Support this idea! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flee 5 Report post Posted July 22, 2014 They will probably get the biggest cheers in the parade. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JonathanFong 0 Report post Posted July 22, 2014 This is brilliant! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dr Frasier 0 Report post Posted July 22, 2014 Sport and politics should never mix Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
geoff.leo 0 Report post Posted July 22, 2014 This is a potential double-edged sword in the making. May turn into a PR nightmare. There will be those that view it in a negative way. I see no damage done in not doing it. Hence, IMO, it shouldn't be done. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Isaac 0 Report post Posted July 22, 2014 (edited) Sport and politics should never mix MAS is politics ? That's news! Anyway, it is already 22nd July 2014 and the opening ceremony falls on 24th July 2014. So far we haven't heard anything on this. So i guess it is a no-go ? I boarded an MAS flight approximately 10 hours after MH17 went down (last Friday morning Malaysian Time). I was in total disbelief and my hands were shaking as i typed the message about this terrible accident to a few good friends of mine when i learned of the news at 11.20pm on that horrible day. I am sure everyone working at MAS was just as shocked but it wasn't showing at all, at least not on any of the crew members working on that morning flight i took to KUL. They were still smiling at everyone, and for some reason, crew on that morning flight were all unusually friendlier than usual. I thought that was really professional of them. If by carrying our flag through the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony parade can somehow lift up their spirit, i do not see how this is a bad thing. After all there were 10 British onboard that ill-fated flight. It will be even better if they could work out something with the organizer such as to observe one minute of silence in memory of those murdered on MH17 last week. Edited July 22, 2014 by Isaac Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KK Lee 5 Report post Posted July 23, 2014 Personally find Malaysian culture is detaching from outside more and more. MH17 incident is an unfortunate tragedy, Commonwealth games is a celebration event and cheering is not a common practice to remember or respect the death. If MH crew lead the contingent, instead receiving the most cheer, I bet my 2 cents that the stadium will go quiet and solemn. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BC Tam 2 Report post Posted July 23, 2014 Apparently black armbands to be worn instead at opening ceremony Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mohd Azizul Ramli 2 Report post Posted July 23, 2014 Black armband is a good gesture. But I think wearing it against a much less fancy background will leave a more lasting effect. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Johan Z 0 Report post Posted July 23, 2014 Can we talk about that uniform? It actually looks good. Great colour combo. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
V Wong 0 Report post Posted July 23, 2014 Since this will be another sleepless night, will stay up to watch the opening ceremony due at 4am Malaysian time. There will be a tribute to the victims : http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/sports/article/commonwealth-games-opening-ceremony-tribute-to-mh17-victims Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mohd Azizul Ramli 2 Report post Posted July 23, 2014 Yay, the cabin crew did make it to Celtic Park! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ashley Lee 0 Report post Posted July 23, 2014 Looking good! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mohd Azizul Ramli 2 Report post Posted July 23, 2014 Go Nicol! One of the 6 greatest athletes to be chosen to carry the Commonwealth Games Flag into Celtic Park. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ashley Lee 0 Report post Posted July 23, 2014 A minute of silence held during the Opening Ceremony in memory of the victims of MH17 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mohd Azizul Ramli 2 Report post Posted July 23, 2014 From KJ. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
V Wong 0 Report post Posted July 23, 2014 (edited) Very proud! Nicol David and her megawatt smile. Don't care what the world says of MH and Malaysia. Anak jati Malaysia Edited July 23, 2014 by V Wong Share this post Link to post Share on other sites