BMCC Newsletter Issue #344 - 13 March 2023 Dear Subscriber, |
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BREAKING BARRIERS: Empowering Women and Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Efforts
At BMCC, we support and promote the values of inclusivity and equality. We believe it is important to live in a world where everyone's differences are valued and celebrated. |
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Last week, we had the opportunity to get together with a few women leaders to discourse on #EmbracingEquity - the challenges faced by women both professionally and personally, and what the Chamber can do to help.
As women leaders, they too had their fair share of setbacks and struggles to get to where they are today. So, when asked for advice, here are some wise words they have to help future leaders strive to the top:
"Be strong minded and positive."
"Obstacles are just slight deviations from the original plan. Take it as an opportunity to get back on track."
"Anything is possible as long as you put your mind to it."
In February, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) worked with leading panel provider FindOutNow to conduct a landmark survey of more than 4,100 respondents. The research found that two thirds of women feel they have missed out on career progression because of childcare responsibilities.
Let's all recognise the contributions of women to society and give them the support they need. Women, it is important for women to support women too! So, let's all be kind to aspiring women leaders and inspire them to rise up and speak up. |
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The efforts didn't stop there, we also had the inaugural Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Network meeting with industry representatives from all sectors to dialogue on the gaps organisations are facing and the sharing of best practices to help them grow and thrive, and to brave with empathy and compassion.
The Chamber is honoured to be a platform to advocate on creating a culture of belonging and equity for all. Promoting DEI requires a collective effort, therefore, we encourage individuals, organisations, governments, and civil society to work together to create a more equitable and inclusive society.
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| The BCC Launched a 3-Year Gender Equity Campaign Based on Stark Research Findings |
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Did you know that equity for women is not only a societal issue, it's an economic one?
Several months ago, the British Chambers of Commerce set out to identify the moments in a woman’s life where she is forced to leave the workforce or falls behind in her career progression. Women of all ages are reluctantly leaving the labour force due to often unavoidable life events which impact their ability to continue their careers. The problem is not necessarily with the events themselves, but the lack of support available to women to allow them to continue with their working lives.
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In keeping with our aim of providing our members with access to only the best information and opportunities, we will be hosting a range of exciting events for you to partake in. Widen your views and learn more about the different topics we offer:
Grab this opportunity now and register yourself. We’ll see you there! Browse through the details of our upcoming events below. |
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| BMCC Climate Action Series: Greening the Global Export Supply Chain Forum |
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Is your organisation embracing ESG yet?
Take this opportunity to gain insights from ESG implementors as well as network with industry experts, policymakers, and stay up-to-date on industry trends, gain a competitive advantage, and contribute to a greener future.
Event Details: Date: 14 March 2023, Tuesday Time: 2.30 pm – 4.30 pm Venue: Grand Millennium Hotel, KL
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| InterChamber Ladies Sundowner |
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The BMCC is delighted to support the InterChamber Ladies Sundowner by the Malaysian German Chamber of Commerce. Join in the celebration for an evening of networking and drinks with ladies across the Chamber's networks.
Seats are limited, so register quickly!
Event Details: Date: 15 March 2023, Wednesday Time: 6.00 pm – 8.30 pm Venue: Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur
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| MDBC Johor: Deloitte 2023 Budget Briefing |
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The Malaysian Dutch Business Council (MDBC) invites BMCC members to join the National Budget 2023 Briefing & Financial Reporting Updates in Johor.
Here's your chance to take note on the important updates and changes to Personal Income Tax, Corporate and Other Taxes, Incentives, Customs, and Indirect Taxes.
Event Details: Date: 21 March 2023, Tuesday Time: 10.00 am – 12.00 pm Venue: Deloitte Johor Bahru Office Fee: Complimentary for BMCC Members
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| BMCC Business Excellence Awards 2023 |
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Come Celebrate At The Event of The Year!
Join us, in this momentous evening together with 500 business leaders, professionals, and senior government officials at the St Regis, Kuala Lumpur, as we celebrate the UK-Malaysia Business Excellence Awards and our 60th Anniversary.
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Be An Award Nominee
Is your organisation doing a tremendous job in the following categories? Or do you know of an organisation that is excelling in it? Well, let us know!
Here are the award nominations: Nominations will close on 23 April 2023, 11.59 pm (MYT).
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Be A Strategic Partner and Enjoy The Perks
Tap on this golden opportunity to seize exclusive branding recognition through a variety of platforms, networks, and other added privileges.
Click here to learn more about our partnership packages.
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| British Council | AlumniUK Symposium 2023: Bridging Opportunities |
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The BMCC congratulates the British Council on its 75th year anniversary celebration in Malaysia. We were excited to be a supporting organisation of the anniversary festivities. Our CEO, Jennifer Lopez was delighted to attend the 75th Anniversary Launch on 24 February as well as participate in the panel session of their inaugural Alumni UK Symposium and Careers Fair held the next day, at the M Hotel and Resort in Kuala Lumpur.
The one-day symposium offered future-focused sessions and masterclasses by world class leaders and outstanding trailblazers.
The symposium explored topics including the impact of the digital age on the future workforce, entrepreneurship, employability, and gender balance in leadership.
On the topic of Women in Leadership - Gender Balance in Industry, Jennifer Lopez, CEO of BMCC shared her views on the importance of women forging for themselves in the workplace. Together with her on the panel were Dato' Shahira Ahmed Bazari, Founding Trustee and Managing Director of Yayasan Hasanah; Sarah Metcalfe, Interim Provost and Chief Executive Officer of University of Nottingham Malaysia; Altaf Deviyati, Managing Director of Iman Research; and moderator Professor Mushtak Al-Atabi, Provost & Chief Executive Officer of Heriot-Watt University Malaysia. |
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| MIDA | Annual Media Conference 2023 |
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Our CEO, Jennifer Lopez attended the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) Annual Media Conference 2023 last week. We congratulate MITI, MIDA, and the investment agencies on a highly commendable investment performance for 2022, which demonstrates Malaysia's status as a preferred investment destination.
In 2022, Malaysia recorded approved investments totalling RM264.6 billion (USD59.9 billion). This translates to 4,454 projects, with 140,370 job opportunities to be created.
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) remained the major contributor to the total approved investments at 61.7% or RM163.3 billion (USD36.9 billion), while Domestic Direct Investment (DDI) contributed 38.3% or RM101.3 billion (USD23 billion).
Together at the media conference with Jennifer Lopez were Kazuya Kitae, Chief Coordination Officer of Japanese Chamber of Trade & Industry, Malaysia; Daniel Bernbeck, Executive Director of Malaysian-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry; and Marco Winter, Executive Director of Malaysian Dutch Business Council. |
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| Members Engagement | GSK Malaysia |
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We recently met up with our Diamond Strategic Partner and Sterling Member - GSK Malaysia, for a productive meeting.
Thank you, David Lin, Communications, Government Affairs and Strategic Customer Solutions Director; Angie Ng, Senior Market Access & Pricing Manager, and Lin Ti, Strategic Partnership Manager for giving BMCC's Roufizah Razali, Membership & Strategic Partnerships Senior Manager and Angelyn Ng, Communications and PR Manager the warm hospitality.
GSK is a global biopharma company with the ambition and purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
We are excited to elevate the biopharma scene together! |
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| ATTENTION MEMBERS WITH OPERATIONS IN JOHOR |
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The BMCC is supporting Invest Johor’s survey on the impacts of flood to companies in Johor in year 2023, to understand the loses that have been cause by the flood.
Please share your views by 19 March 2023 on your limitations and impediments faced during the flood.
*All responses are for Invest Johor's internal use only and will be treated with utmost confidentiality. |
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| British Chambers of Commerce | Global Annual Conference 2023 |
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The British Chambers of Commerce's Global Annual Conference 2023 is happening on 17 May 2023 at QEII Centre London. This full-day conference will bring together business leaders across the globe, to discuss opportunities and plans for future growth.
This is an amazing opportunity to engage with and check out exhibitions by the global Chamber Networks and British businesses.
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| Deloitte Malaysia | TaxMax - The 48th Series - Building a sustainable and resilient future |
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The 48th TaxMax will see experts providing an in-depth analysis of Budget 2023 which focuses on creating people-centric initiatives, improving Malaysia’s business environment, and initiating a more inclusive, green sustainable economic growth model.
Expect insights into the latest tax updates, its impact, and important measures as we move to transform and future-proof ourselves and our organisations against the backdrop of unpredictability in our business and environmental landscape.
Event Details: Date: 22 March 2023, Wednesday Time: 8.30 am – 1.00 pm Venue: G Hotel Gurney, Penang
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| Deloitte Malaysia | The Whistleblowing Landscape has Changed |
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The pandemic brought about unprecedented lockdowns, drove the mass adoption of remote working practices and at the same time increased financial pressures. As a result, the risk of fraud, misconduct, and other unethical behaviour in organisations has grown.
Deloitte's whistleblowing report features an interesting and insightful view from over 300 organisations from 2017 to 2021, into how whistleblowing practices have evolved: - How do we make whistleblowing more accessible?
- What is included as a disclosure and how has this definition changed?
- What can whistleblowing tell us about building trust in the workplace?
While whistleblowing remains the single most effective countermeasure in dealing with workplace misconduct, other trends have made whistleblowing even more important in building trust.
Click here to know more about The Future of Trust. |
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| Epsom College Malaysia | The Epsom Experience |
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Experience what the best-in-class British boarding school is like – on Epsom College in Malaysia's Open Morning! Take a tour of Epsom's 50-acre world-class campus, enjoy fun activities, meet and chat with students, parents, senior teachers and coaches to understand how the Epsom Community can work together to provide a holistic, engaging, and unique educational experience for your children. Register for The Epsom Experience today - click here to RSVP (seats are limited). |
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| International SOS | Promoting Women's Health and Safety: Expert Advice for Organisations |
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In conjunction with International Women's Day, International SOS shared top tips on how companies can help promote women's health and safety.
Click here to learn more about how we can encourage employers to recognise how women’s health and safety issues can have a detrimental impact on their workforce, and to take steps to create a culture that promotes awareness and equity. |
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| TraTax | 2023 Budget: Tax Webinar Series |
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15th March 2023 (3.00 pm to 4.30 pm)
Detailed analysis of Finance Bill: Proposed amendments to Income Tax Act, RPGT Act, Stamp Act, Sales Tax Act, Service Tax Act, etc.
This is a complimentary session, fully virtual, and require prior registration.
Timing and speakers are subject to change. The admission of any delegate and the allocation of seats is subject to the final decision of the organisers.
In the event, if you have any questions do not hesitate to contact us at corp@tratax.my.
For 15 March session, please click hereto register. |
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| CMI | Embracing Equity In Management & Leadership |
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This year's International Women's Day theme is 'Embrace Equity', and CMI Asia-Pacific is supporting this theme with a digital event exploring gender equality and equity from a management and leadership in the workplace perspective. Through the digital event we will showcase examples of good practice in the workplace, and explore forward looking examples of what managers and leaders across Asia can do to embrace equity and forge positive change.
For more info and to register for the complimentary webinar, click here. |
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| IDP Malaysia | IDP Study Abroad Exhibition March 2023 |
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This March, accomplish your goals with IDP Education, the world’s largest international student placement company!
We are back with more options for you to study abroad.
You name it, we’ve got it!
Kickstart your plans to study abroad by joining us at our IDP Study Abroad Exhibition March 2023.
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| Meet Our New Member, The RuMa Hotel KL Sdn Bhd |
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Nestled in the very heart of Kuala Lumpur’s Golden Triangle and just steps away from the Petronas Twin Towers and KLCC, The RuMa means home in its literal sense. A serene sanctuary amidst the downtown hustle and bustle, it is a hotel that captures all the intimacy of a home run by an accomplished host. A stay will inspire you to uncover the city’s origins and local heritage in a contemporary setting that exudes the soothing qualities of a true urban sanctuary. |
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| Meet Our New Member, TOP Beraten Malaysia Sdn Bhd |
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TOP Beraten is a premier management consulting firm serving multiple European clients. TOP Beraten is an extraordinary place to build a career and a leader in innovation. Through them, clients will achieve true excellence, and their results measure the firm's success. “Hier Sind Sie Top Beraten”, their tagline, translates to “Here you will find the excellent advice”, which is what keeps their clients coming back. They are always innovating their approach to various matters. TOP Beraten, based in Penang and Kuala Lumpur, is a multilingual professional boutique firm with a creative streak and an entrepreneurial mindset. |
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| Meet Our New Member, Kevin Wu & Associates |
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Kevin Wu & Associates is a full-service law firm based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. They possess a broad range of legal expertise to serve clients. Their 3 Core Divisions are Corporate Advisory, Dispute Resolution, & Criminal Law. Each of their Division is helmed by practice area specialists. The Firm structures itself as a full service law firm to provide clients with more holistic advice and solutions to any legal challenges. The Firm pride itself by taking a fresh perspective and thinking outside of the box to deliver practical solutions for its clients. They are committed to be results driven and aim to provide practical solutions every step of the way. They have a clientele base of local and international clients. They have advised and acted for various clients ranging from private individuals, startups, to established businesses. |
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| Meet Our New Member, EnviroSolutions & Consulting Sdn Bhd |
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EnviroSolutions & Consulting (ESC) is the leading Environment, Safety and Sustainability consultancy in Asia. Their international and multidisciplinary teams are uniquely equipped with Local Knowledge and Global Expertise to address complex sustainability challenges. They deliver comprehensive, integrated, and client-focused solutions to cover a multitude of technical disciplines. Leveraging their established professional relationships with regulatory authorities, whilst drawing on their deep local and legislative insights, they are committed to successfully managing your environment, safety, and sustainability project needs. Trusted by clients from Asia and beyond, they are consistently recognised for innovative services and insightful solutions to bring you exceptional value. ESC supports their regional clients with the largest local teams of experienced consultants. |
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All travelers to the UK — including from the EU and US will need pre-authorisation by 2025 -CNBC |
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Malaysia on right track to transition to renewable energy, says Nik Nazmi -The Edge Markets |
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Malaysia attracts RM264.6bil approved investments in 2022, second largest ever recorded -The Star |
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