To Subscriber, Issue #172 - 21 Oct 2019 Week 1: BMCC Represents Malaysia at UKABC's Sizzling Southeast Asia Roadshow BMCC Executive Director, Jennifer Lopez concluded a 2-week trip to the UK to meet British companies keen to expand to Southeast Asia and to promote Malaysia as an attractive business destination. The first leg of the trip was part of the UKABC’s Sizzling Southeast Asia Roadshow, in partnership with Santander that brought the spokespersons of British Chambers in ASEAN to over 200 UK companies across the cities of Leicester, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds and Durham. The BMCC met with 50 export-ready companies, primarily from the Food & amp; Beverage, Manufacturing and Digital sectors, providing invaluable practical knowledge on how to do business in Malaysia. Week 2: Going Global in a Day, Reception by British Malaysian Society, International Trade Summit and BiSEA Roadshow at Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce The BMCC's second week in the UK continued in eventful fashion with Jennifer Lopez, joined by BMCC Trade Manager, Hezrie Musa attending a string of events to foster UK-Malaysia trade relations. The 3-day Going Global Event, held in London and Guildford (14-16 Oct) was organised by the Department for International Trade where the BMCC met with over 100 UK companies and SMEs from various sectors in a series of bespoke 1-2-1 meetings. On the 17th October, the BMCC attended the BCC International Trade Summit that held informative workshops, lively panel discussions with experienced exporting businesses and speeches from business heads and policy makers, including a special address by Graham Stuart MP, the UK Minister for Investment. A busy two weeks in the UK concluded with the BiSEA Roadshow at the Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce, where the BMCC regrouped with the delegates from the British Chambers of Indonesia, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam for a half-day session of 1-2-1 meetings, networking and briefings with the local businesses of Kent. Welsh Delegation to Malaysia & amp; Reception with British High Commissioner to Malaysia Last week, the BMCC welcomed a delegation of companies from Wales. Led by Ms. Sarah James from the Welsh Government, the contingent included representatives from Atticus Digital, BCB International, CSCM Group, Huntington Fusion Techniques, Markes International, MM Engineering, Reid Lifting, Secure Sensor Innovative Design and Teddington Engineered Solutions. For the visiting delegates, the BMCC organised briefings from the Department for International Trade (DIT) and Invest Selangor. Visits to the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) and The Exchange 106 at TRX KL (the tallest building in Malaysia at 454m) were also scheduled for briefings by MDEC, TMF Group, Cyberview and Mulia Group. A reception for the delegation was held that evening at the British High Commissioner's Residence, where H.E. Charles Hay, British High Commissioner to Malaysia and BMCC Board Members led my Chairman Andrew Sill greeted and networked with the Welsh representatives. Wales is a self-governing constituent country of the UK and since 1999 the Welsh Government is the devolved Government for Wales. Wales has a strong industrial heritage with depth in advanced manufacturing, creative industries, energy and environment, financial and professional services, food and drink, life sciences, and technology. BMCC - AMCHAM Speed Networking The BMCC in collaboration with the American Chamber of Commerce Malaysia (AMCHAM) held together, for the third year running, our Speed Networking series. Hosted at AMCHAM’s office, over 30 participants from both our British and American business communities came together for a fruitful social networking evening of broadening contacts and business opportunities. Doing Business in Malaysia? (For UK Companies) Are you a UK company seeking to export or set up a presence in Malaysia? The BMCC can facilitate! Watch this video by UKABC interviewing BMCC Executive Director Lopez to find out how we can help. Looking For UK Expertise, Goods or Services? (For Malaysian Companies) The BMCC is here to assist. Embodied by a dedicated team of sector specialists, we are here to help Malaysian companies from any industry connect with the right manufacturer, supplier or provider direct from the United Kingdom for FREE! BMCC Survey: The Impact of Black Economy on the Business Community in Malaysia The BMCC is conducting a survey with the aim of identifying challenges that are affecting businesses in Malaysia, particularly on the impact of "black economy". Your feedback is important in providing a clearer view from a business community perspective, the challenges arising from black economy whilst operating in Malaysia. Shared Prosperity: Malaysia's Economy, Now & amp; Future (31 Oct) With the Budget reflecting the government’s Shared Prosperity Vision 2030 that aims to restructure the economy and bridge disparities, join us to find the answers to these questions and more from our policy makers and business leaders about the inner-workings behind the Budget 2020 and the plans for the year ahead for our businesses and livelihoods.  BMCC Higher Education Forum (12 Nov) This half-day forum will seek to discuss on the opportunities and benefits to leverage on the pool of talent of international students in Malaysia and understanding how key stakeholders within the higher education ecosystem can work together to overcome these barriers. In addition, the forum will have a “Student Voice” platform where student leaders (local & amp; international) will share their views on the subject.  Exclusive Dine-in and Drinks promotions at Southern Rock Seafood Bangsar! For BMCC Members Only: 10% off for all of Southern Rock Seafood events and dine-in at the restaurant*. For walk-ins, present your BMCC Membership e-Card available through the EventBank Mobile App. For online event reservations please email comms@bmcc.org.my for promo code or assistance For all the latest events, visit: *Offer is not applicable to the ongoing promotions and events early bird price. Exclusive Flight Discounts for BMCC Members ON TOP of ongoing October Promotion All year long, British Airways is offering an exclusive 12% discount for all BMCC members across all classes (including promotional & amp; sales fares). The 12% discount eligible for members will be further discounted on top of British Airways' current "Two Cities One Special Price" promotion. Friends and family of BMCC staff and members can avail this offer (only if travelling together on the same flight) - so start planning your year-end holidays with British Airways! or email for discount link  Winkle-picker draws on nearly 30 years’ experience in planning museums and heritage products for some of the best-known multinational companies and visitor attractions around the world. Are you a company with an important anniversary coming up looking to celebrate your heritage? Or an architect looking for help developing content for a visitor attraction? 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Funatic Fiesta: Liverpool vs Manchester City (10 Nov) In an effort to boost awareness of Malaysia sports tech industry, FUTURISE and ASTRO AWANI Malaysia is organizing FUNATIC FIESTA - a community engagement event, celebrating the camaraderie & amp; sportsmanship among the ardent football fans in Malaysia. This live viewing event in Cyberjaya aims to deliver participants an experiential and educational program on everything sports tech and innovation to cultivate interests and conversations on the technology to addressable market. There are 2 main components: the live viewing party of Liverpool F.C. vs Manchester City F.C. and “Bual Bola” talk show. Australian Week @ Gobo Upstairs @ Traders Hotel KL Join us at Gobo Upstairs Lounge & amp; Grill as we present modern Australian fare by special guest Chef Aaron Habgood from 24 October to 1 November. Currently the Executive Chef at Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina Cairns, Aaron has notably led the team at Michelin starred restaurant Sienna's in the UK and even appeared on MasterChef Australia. HLAP 2019 Go-Kart Endurance Race 9th October 2019, HLAP Ltd, a leading independent reinsurance broker once again organised its 9th year highly popular Go-Kart Endurance Race for business associates, reinsurers and clients at the Sepang Go-Kart Circuit. The event begins with buffet breakfast followed by 20-minutes safety briefing and practice and qualifying session before the race flag-off. SJIS Collaborates with Sandbox.Asia - Equipping Students For a Digital Ready Future. St. John’s International School (SJIS) proudly joined hands with Sandbox Asia, an organisation catered for STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math). This memorable mark, held at SJIS’ ICT Laboratory 1, Campus 2, stands as a contemporary educational platform with the objective of preparing children for a digital-ready future. Advertise with us! Email to for advertising opportunities British Malaysian Chamber of Commerce Berhad (1280091-P) E04C0, 4th Floor East Block, Wisma Golden Eagle Realty, 142-B Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur T: +603 2163 1784 / 1786 | E: | W: Copyright © BMCC 2019