To Subscriber, Issue #180 - 16 Dec 2019 Merry Farewell to a Jolly 2019 On 6th December, we gave a grand glimmering send off to 2019 at our Annual BMCC Christmas Luncheon, with our members toasting to the new year with British High Commissioner to Malaysia, H.E. Charles Hay and the BMCC Board of Directors. Returning to JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur for a third consecutive year, guests were treated to hearty 4-course meal, serenaded by the talented musicians of Sunway University, the young carolling starlets from Alice Smith School and local band The Fusions. This year's Luncheon featured a special Christmas Fair with fabulous British and Malaysian brands on display, such as TheSelina, Naylors Farm, Whittard of Chelsea, Halcyon Days, Roslind Enterprise, Lush Malaysia, Budaya Crafts, The Body Shop, Bake with Dignity, Vanilla Mille Crepe, Yankee Malaysia and PurelyB. Our Christmas Luncheon would not have been complete without the fantastic Lucky Draw prizes sponsored by TheSelina, St. Regis Kuala Lumpur, Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur, Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur, BMW, Sunway Medical Centre, KPJ Healthcare, Sports Direct and Malaysia Airlines, culminating to the grand prize of a pair of 2 Return Business Class tickets by British Airways. Our Best Dressed Lady and Gentlemen too returned home rewarded for turning up in style. We thank all our lucky draw sponsors and fair exhibitors for making it the joyous afternoon it was, and of course, our corporate table sponsors! The BMCC wishes to thank all who attended and indeed all our sponsors, partners and members for their support throughout 2019. From all of us at the BMCC, Merry Christmas, happy holidays and we’ll see you next year! Calling For Interest - BMCC Trade Mission to the UK We're calling on members to let us know if you would be interested for the BMCC to host a Trade Mission to the United Kingdom, and what your agenda preferences are. With sufficient interest, we will be able to organise one in 2020. BMCC Survey: Employability for Internship Students and Graduates The BMCC Higher Education Committee is conducting a survey with the aim of gathering information and identifying challenges faced by the employers on undertaking students for internships and in hiring graduates in Malaysia. Your feedback is important in providing a view from the employers’ perspective and will be beneficial for the Committee to drive advocacy role to the relevant Government ministries BMCC New Year's Drink 2020 (15 Jan) We’re already looking forward to welcoming our members back from the holidays and toast to the new year. Our customary New Year’s Drink will be held this time at Auto Bavaria Kuala Lumpur! Toast too 2020 with our Board of Directors and fellow members! Complimentary passes available for members! Sterling: 2 passes SME / Large: 1 pass MST Golf Academy: Golf Clinics & amp; Discounted Individual Lessons Exclusively for BMCC members, enjoy a 10% discount on golf lessons, extended on a 10 lesson package (worth RM278 per lesson). The Junior Development Program is also available for 4-14 year olds to start nurturing your child's golf development. For companies, MST Golf Academy, located at TPC Kuala Lumpur can organise team-building and networking Corporate Golf Clinics at 10% discount on instructors hours. Nexus International School Malaysia: IBDP Scholarships 2020 Open for Applications Nexus has consistently outperformed the world average for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) with learners being accepted into top universities worldwide. Be part of our success story. Full & amp; Partial Scholarships are now open for applications. Click to apply. For enquiries, contact our Admissions team at admissions@nexus.edu.my or call 03-8889 3868. Alice Smith School Awards Scholarships to Top Students Eight outstanding students were recently awarded the prestigious Alice Smith School scholarships to pursue their A Level studies from January 2020. The presentation ceremony was held at the Secondary Campus, with Marama Schnitker and Campbell Tupling, Chair and Vice-Chair of the Council of Governors awarding the students. University of Reading: What's Next After SPM? The International Foundation Programme (IFP) provides SPM, IGCSE and equivalent holders, with a pathway to a world-leading UK degree from the University of Reading. The campus offers the same premium British education experience and degree as on the UK campus, delivered to the same quality standards, but at a more affordable fee. We are now accepting applicants for the April 2020 International Foundation Programme intake. For more information, kindly contact us at: Call +607 2686 205 | Whatsapp +6016 7725 400 Email: | Website: 29th Tunku Abdul Rahman Lecture® Series (18 Dec) Join us at the Luncheon Talk by YABhg Tun Dr Zaim Zainuddin (Former Finance Minister & amp; Advisor to the Malaysian Government) at the 29th Tunku Abdul Rahman Lecture® Series. Having earned the distinction of being a hard-driving technocrat and reputed as one of Malaysia’s ablest economic architects, Tun Dr. Daim will share his thoughts and wisdom on the topic: “The Future of Malaysia: Building a Sustainable Ecosystem for All”. For more information on the event and to purchase a luncheon seat, kindly contact us at 03-7711 2888 or email . New Year Breakfast with EIC Asia Pacific and PETRONAS GTS (7 Jan) We would like to welcome the new year 2020 with you at our annual breakfast get together! Guest Speakers from PETRONAS Group Technical Solution (GTS), The Energy Institute Asia Pacific and our EIC market intelligence analysts will offer insights on current and future market conditions whilst providing an excellent opportunity for networking with key contacts in the region. Limited places available so bookings will be on a first come first serve basis. TMF Group acquisition paves the way for new opportunities along the China-German economic corridor TMF Group, a leading provider of international business administration services, has acquired Ecovis R & amp;G Consulting Ltd. (‘Ecovis Beijing’) in a deal that adds significant strength to its cross-border investments proposition – particularly for those flowing between China and Germany. The acquisition, which is now completed, is part of a strategic push by TMF Group to continue to grow its footprint in China and will see Ecovis Beijing’s 40-plus team of professionals join forces with its existing teams in its offices in Beijing and Tianjin. International University of Malaya-Wales: Invitation As Participant For IUMW Executive Programmes (18-19 Dec) IUMW is pleased to invite our members to their Executive Programmes to develop the capacity and skills of employees. The Business Risk Management for Operational Managers 2-day short course, happening this week from 18-19 Dec will aim to provide a practical framework for implementing risk management procedures as part of business improvement across an organisation. The Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre Scores A ‘Hat-Trick’! The (the Centre) has won the “Pembangunan Sumber Manusia Berhad” in the Large Employer: Service category at the recent Human Resource Development (HRD) Awards 2019. The Centre also received the Pearl Award at the HRD Awards ceremony, which recognises organisations who practice and encourage a work-life balance for their employees through hosting activities that promote a healthy lifestyle. AVIS: Christmas & amp; New Year Promotion Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year with AVIS Malaysia's year end promotion. Present the AWD Code TI82900 and save up to 20% on published car rental rates in Malaysia. For booking period: 1-30 December 2019 Rental Period 1-31 2019 -New Straits Times - The New York Times 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