Issue #202 -27 May 2020
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Thursday, 4 June
COVID-19 Pivots Malaysian Healthcare Industry
The Malaysian healthcare industry has been robust in recent years. However, the CORONA VIRUS that grips all business sectors has also disrupt the healthcare industry. Immediate interventions need to be taken. Being the top player in ASEAN and a home to many multinationals and local pharma and medical device manufacturers, Malaysia surely has its own strategy to pivot during this trying time. Join us to understand opportunities available for UK exporters. This webinar brings together subject matter experts from the government and private sector to shed lights on: - Impact of Covid-19 On Policy & Regulations
- Risk Management: A Perspective from a local industry that represent foreign pharmaceutical products & medical devices in the country
- Opportunities for UK Businesses
- What should companies do now to be ready for the future – post COVID-19
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Post Crisis Business Landscape: How Do We Navigate Through It? (Webinar, 10 June)
COVID-19 has inevitably become a catalyst for change in businesses on micro and macro level. With more products and services moving online and consumer behaviour shifting constantly, how should entrepreneurs navigate through these changes? How can entrepreneurs create an ecosystem for their businesses to go through uncertainties? In this webinar, we gather Endeavor Malaysia mentor and BMCC board of director who will provide their insights on: - Understanding key organisational change drivers to adapt to new business landscape
- The need for change management during crisis and to prepare for future crises
- Building a support ecosystem for businesses to navigate through transitions
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UKABC Digital Export Series: Successful Growth in Malaysia (Webinar, 2 June) BMCC Supported Event
Decades of growth and stability have helped make Malaysia an industrialised, relatively open economy with consistent growth. As Malaysia’s new Prime Minister takes to the helm, we hear about the early indications of the potential for increasing UK-Malaysia trade. Malaysia offers opportunities across a wide range of sectors for UK exporters.
The BMCC along with in-country experts will join UKABC in finding out what local assistance is available to help ease the passage of UK exporters into the market.
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Catch up with last week's BMCC Trade Webinars
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MATRADE: Information on Travel Restrictions and Policies to Curb COVID-19 Outbreak
MATRADE has compiled a document providing providing information, restrictions and policies for travel to 42 countries, including Malaysia, based on sources by the International Air Transport Association (IATA)
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CMCO: Four people per vehicle limit lifted starting May 27
The government has announced that they are lifting the reduced passenger limit during the CMCO which will allow private vehicles to carry more passengers up to its permitted capacity. When the CMCO took effect on May 4, the authorities had relaxed restrictions by allowing vehicles to carry up to four family members in a single car.
The latest change for private vehicles has been reflected on the latest amendments to the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases (Measures within infected local areas) Regulations 2020. Do note that all passengers must be from the same household. The new regulation will come into effect [today], May 27, 2020.
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Call for Donations! (and let us facilitate you!)
InvestKL with the support from BMCC is welcoming donations to provide assistance to our brave frontliners.
We are currently accepting all kind of donations including financial support, in addition to fresh foods, canned goods, instant coffee, hand soap, sanitisers and more.
We are also collaborating with Bertling to provide assistance for companies who wish to send out donations during this period.
For more information, click here or contact gyatri.jaydas@investkl.gov.my |
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Digital Fabrication: The New Normal (Live Event, Tomorrow 28 May)
The rapidly evolving COVID-19 pandemic will undoubtedly stimulate digital innovation. Arup is looking to forge creative partnerships aligned with its aspiration to reuse whatever we can and to reduce construction waste by applying the circular economy and digital fabrication. To that end, we are sharing our recent internal briefing note ‘Designing with Digital Fabrication’ that examines in detail the drivers for, techniques and opportunities created by digital fabrication. To further bring these to life, we’re excited to invite you to a Live Event with panel of global thought leaders presenting and answering your questions.
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June Update from QS' Surveys for Universities and International Students (3 June)
This webinar will examine the latest data from QS’ ongoing student and university surveys, to examine how intentions are changing in relation to coronavirus. Continuing on from our webinars in March and April, this session will examine how factors are changing over time, including the proportion of prospective international students who say their plans have been affected, and what they expect to do now, the support and communications students are wanting from universities at this time and more.
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ICAEW Webinar: Regional Economic Forum (4 June)
What will the future economic landscape look like, and its impact on businesses in the ASEAN region?
Join our panelists from The British Business Group Vietnam, Department for International Trade, British High Commission, and Maybank Investment Bank who will look into areas such as the long-term effects on productivity, national GDP, and how businesses cope and adjust to the new normal post Covid-19.
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Socio-Economic Trends - Impact of COVID-19 on Business (Zoom LIVE, 11 June)
Leaders in every industry are moving urgently to protect employees and build resilience. Governments are mobilizing to safeguard citizens and manage the economic fallout. Immediate action is critical, but leaders must also embrace a new agenda—one aimed squarely at what comes next. Now more than ever, business and government have a crucial role to play in protecting people’s health, bolstering the economy, and developing both practical solutions and game-changing innovations. Join this webinar to discover new trends in critical skills, managing resources, maintaining productivity and more.
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ACCA survey – Ongoing impact of COVID-19 on organisations
ACCA invites you to take part in this short survey about the ongoing impact on organisations of COVID-19. The survey also aims to understand how organisations are now responding, and the strategies being adopted. The survey is part of ACCA’s on-going monitoring of the impact of COVID-19 on organisations around the world.
This survey will take around 10 minutes to complete and is open until Friday, 29 May 2020. All individual responses will be treated anonymously.
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Corporate Training Services by the British Council
Our team of professional trainers are delivering all our training courses online. Choose from: - Online skills boosters: short courses to boost business communication skills
- Customised corporate courses: over 50 customisable training solutions for your
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- Public workshops: a range of intensive courses focused on improving your confidence and communication skills
- Part-time courses: writing and public speaking courses run twice weekly
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Direct English Malaysia Goes Remote Training & Learning (RTL)
Attend your training in the comfort of your office, home or anywhere you wish. Direct English Malaysia now delivers all its courses via Remote Training & Learning (RTL)
Courses include (1) Business English and (2) Direct English with 8 Proficiency Levels.
Group / Corporate Training Packages for 20 participants available.
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1. Virtual Open Day (29 & 30 May)
There's no pause in education. Nexus is committed to creating a continuous learning experience through the Nexus Way. Find out more this coming Virtual Open Day and take the chance to experience the Nexus Way by signing up for our FREE online trial classes. Register here
2. Making Online Learning Engaging
The Movement Control Order in Malaysia and the subsequent move towards delivering a fully online curriculum in government and international schools is undoubtedly challenging.
However, International schools in Malaysia have certainly adapted quickly to offer learners from as young as pre-schoolers to pre-university, a ‘Continuation of Learning’ programme that they can access from their homes. From English to Art, Physical Education to Coding Classes and even social circle meetings between classmates, the variety of approaches adopted by teachers are aplenty and wonderful innovations are taking place.
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St. John's International Secondary School Open Week (26 - 30 May) Make an appointment to visit St. John’s International Secondary School. All are welcome to be a part of St. John’s International Secondary School Open Week from 26th – 30th May 2020. Have a 1-to -1 consultation with our dedicated Marketing team from 26th – 30th May 2020 at 9am to 6pm.Register with us and enjoy exclusive discount for all level*. If you would like to see even more of our school, check out our virtual tour video or to know more about our programme, please register here.
For more information please call at 012-303 1071 (Secondary) or alternatively may reach us via email at openday@sjis.edu.my We'd be delighted to host you! |
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The International School @ ParkCity KL Online Open Day (6 & 20 June)
We invite you to join our Online Open Day on the 6th and 20th June 2020 via video conference.
The Online Open day will start at 11:00 am and will be led by Mr Jonathan Turner, Principal of ISP. He will be joined by the Head of Primary School, Miss Rebecca Findlay and Mr Simon Taylor, Head of Secondary School.
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COVID-19: Is Malaysia Heading Into a Recession or Another Great Depression?
"The closure of businesses has caused the economy to decline significantly and the threat of recession appears to be certain. Technically, it is too early to call the current economic downturn a recession, since recession is generally defined by a period of economic decline in two successive quarters i.e. six months. Recession is fairly common and considered as part of a healthy economic cycle that occurs every five years on average. However, there are speculations that the effects of recession this time around may far exceed that of a normal recession. There have been discussions of the possibility of an economic depression, comparable to the Great Depression."
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Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur: Give The Gift of Grand
Indulge in the opportunity to pay lesser for more and let your cherished ones that you care this Hari Raya Aidifitri. In keeping up with the new norm, celebrate the festive month of gratitude and generosity with a different take through our Gift Certificates.
Redemption can only be made for room stays, food and beverage outlet dining and ESSA Spa treatments at Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur. Purchase a Gift Certificate by June 5, 2020 and redeem from then until June 30, 2021.
Click here for more info, or contact reservations.kuagh@hyatt.com for enquiries |
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