Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) hosted a discussion with industry players and business chambers on the adoption of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) for the manufacturing sector in Malaysia. The BMCC was represented by Daniel Lee, Public Affairs and Government Relations Senior Manager. The ESG framework for the manufacturing sector is in line with Malaysia’s net zero greenhouse gas emissions target by 2050. MITI will provide a framework to mainstream ESG elements in the development of the manufacturing sector, which will include four main components, namely, ESG standards, financial support and incentives, capacity building and market mechanisms including carbon trading and carbon pricing.

The meeting was held at MITI Tower on 6 September 2022 and chaired by Dato’ Sri Norazman Ayob, Deputy Secretary General (Industry) of MITI.

BMCC received a courtesy visit by CMI International Regional Board Chair, Taranjeet Singh and his delegation, fellow Board Member, Kishenjeet Dhillon and International Regional Board Coordinator, Samantha Sin to our office.

Our CEO, Jennifer Lopez and Membership and Strategic Partnerships Senior Manager, Roufizah Razali were happy to receive the delegation as both parties had proactive engagements on CMI’s latest progress in addition to their future strategies and BMCC’s role in adding value to their corporate direction.

CMI Management and Leadership Sdn Bhd is the sole chartered professional body for management and leadership with a Chartered Manager status - the ultimate management accolade. With rapidly growing membership in Malaysia and over 180,000 members globally, they are the go-to professional body for professional development and networking for local and global members alike.

How can you avoid conflict when you are involved in a conversation that seems to be heading south? Learn more by enrolling in a workshop, "Critical Communications - The Key to Controlling Difficult Conversations and Preventing Conflicts", conducted by Neil Stoneham, MD of Voxtree. He will share knowledge on how to prepare for difficult conversations, avoid conflict and ensure the best outcome for all parties.

This workshop, exclusively for BMCC members, is a first of the BMCC Workshop Series, which aims to empower talents and enable them to compete in today's complex business environment.

Hurry and register now as seats are limited.

Date: Wednesday, 28 September 2022

Time: 9:00am to 12:30pm

Venue: British Malaysian Chamber of Commerce, Level 4, East Block, Wisma Golden Eagle Realty, 142-B Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The BMCC, in collaboration with Rouse & Co International, is pleased to organise a webinar to launch the Intellectual Property (IP) Enforcement Manual for Malaysia.

The Manual highlights relevant IP Sections/Regulations/Acts. It also provides a practical commentary for businesses both local and foreign giving an insight into the Malaysian landscape, and sharing information on the rules and regulations along with some examples.

IP owners and businesses may use this Manual to have a basic understanding of the IP offences committed, possible defences and how the law considers the two types of infringement namely trademark counterfeiting and copyright piracy. This will assist businesses to better prepare their enforcement strategy and approaches.

Join this webinar to find out more! Please click here register or email darshini@bmcc.org.my for further information.

Date: Tuesday, 18 October 2022

Time: 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm (Malaysia time)

Venue: Online (Zoom)

Meet Matthew Brown, Headmaster of Epsom College in Malaysia.

Epsom College in Malaysia was established in 2014 and has the vision of sharing Epsom College in the UK's educational philosophy with an international body of pupils. It is located on a 50-acre site in Bandar Enstek and offers the best of British education to pupils between 3 and 18 years old. The school campus comprise state-of-the-art facilities. Epsom College in Malaysia offers full boarding, weekly boarding and day school options.

One of the alumnus of Epsom College in the UK is Tan Sri Tony Fernandes, CEO of Capital A (parent company of AirAsia) and it is his ambition to provide the same high quality education and experiences that shaped his own success here in Malaysia.

Matthew shared with BMCC of the college's optimism for its future prospects in Malaysia. There was significant student growth during 2021-2022, with increasing enquiries and enrollments each month from Malaysia and across Asia. Every parent wants to give their child an excellent education and Epsom College in Malaysia works hard to ensure its students are given life changing experiences that make them ready to pursue their passions and realise their ambitions.

The BMCC extends our congratulations to Tan Sri Dato' Sri Dr Sulaiman Mahbob on his appointment as the new Chairman of Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) with effect on 3 September 2022. This will be the second time he has been elected as Chairman of MIDA as he first held a similar position from 2009 to 2012.

Tan Sri Sulaiman has had a distinguished career in public service having served in various ministries and departments. He currently wears many hats in other organisations including academia.

We wish Tan Sri Sulaiman all the best in his role and look forward to enhancing our relationship with MIDA under his leadership. The Chamber is proud to have MIDA as a member of BMCC.

Prime Minister, Dato' Sri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said the government will set up a Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Centre to empower and intensify SDG programmes in the country and to keep track of their progress. Ismail also added that the sustainable development agenda requires comprehensive and inclusive involvement, as well as efforts from all parties so as to raise the level of awareness among Keluarga Malaysia (the Malaysian Family) at the grassroots level and also among private companies.

Over the years, BSI has developed expertise and shared best practices in the areas of environmental management, waste management, greenhouse gas emissions management, pollution management and many other sustainability areas. Click here to find out more on how BSI can help you achieve your sustainability goals.

Cyberlynx International is bringing Southampton FC Academy to Genting Highlands, Malaysia! Don’t miss the chance to learn from one of the world’s best football academy coaches! This football camp will be held at Highlands International Boarding School, Genting Highlands from 22 to 26 October 2022.

The Sarawak State Government will be hosting the Global Muslim Business Forum in Kuching this October. The forum is aimed at promoting dialogue and discourse on the global Islamic economy and at the same time, encouraging multi-stakeholder collaboration between governments, businesses and civil society.

The joint organisers will be giving out 30 complimentary seats to BMCC members. Please contact Jessica Hap at jessica@kasi.asia or Hazliza Abu Hasan at hazliza@kasi.asia for more information.

Date: Wednesday, 19 October and Thursday, 20 October 2022

Venue: Borneo Convention Centre, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia

Don't miss the experts in education during the BESSA Schools Show's speaker programme. Topics will cover how to prepare for UK university applications, the role of sports and athlete recruitment, supporting learning needs in schools and choosing the right entry points into boarding.

Register for free admission.