Issue #203 - 1 Jun 2020
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This 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 (Tomorrow 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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Proposals and suggestions for the drafting of Temporary Measures Bill to Mitigate the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Movement Control Order
The Legal Affairs Division of Prime Minister’s Department (BHEUU, JPM), is coordinating the drafting of a Temporary Measures Bill to mitigate the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Movement Control Order. The government is committed in minimizing the economic and social impact of the spread of Covid-19 and is confident, with this Bill the post Covid-19 impact will be alleviated efficiently. This Bill will include provisions that modify existing laws for a prescribed period that impede the collective effort to revive the economy and to assist those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. As such, BHEUU invites proposals and suggestions that could assist in the drafting of the proposed Bill.
Proposals and suggestions may be submitted below and any additional proposals may be sent via e-mail to covid19@bheuu.gov.my before or on 5th June 2020.
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The Scope of Program Saringan Prihatin Perkeso to be Expanded with Screening Subsidy for Employers
In accordance with the Government's objective to ensure a safe and healthy workplace, the Human Resources Ministry through SOCSO will provide a subsidy to employers for the COVID-19 test conducted under PSP PERKESO. Employers are allowed to claim a subsidy of RM150 for each of the COVID-19 screening undertaken by their workers, who are SOCSO contributors. This subsidy will utilise the previously approved RM200 million allocation from SOCSO.
Employers can send their workers to undergo screening at any clinics or hospitals approved by the Ministry of Health.
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Glam Up and Give to Malaysian Charities
The BMCC is happy to support The Lost Food Project's partnership in the Glam Up and Give campaign, a global fundraising initiative to help those severely affected by the coronavirus crisis. Around the world, some of the most vital and best-loved charities have joined forces in a spectacular.
Glam Up & Give is about coming together, spreading a little sparkle, and supporting people in need. Whether it’s a one-off shimmering selfie or a full-blown glamorous party night in, all you need to do is follow these three easy steps.
- Dress up: That special occasion outfit, those stunning stilettos or shiny shoes… even your wedding dress or suit – put on your party gear to Glam Up & Give.
- Share the ❤️: Make a heart with your hands, take a photo or video, and choose the friends and family you’re going to ask to glam up too.
- Support vulnerable people: Donate here and post on social media nominating your friends to do the same
For more information and to make a donation, click here |
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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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Webinar: London Property in Focus (Webinar, 4 June)
Understand current London property market trends, and learn how & when to finance a property purchase with expert speakers from Knight Frank and a Grand Union property showcase by Berkeley Group, West London.
Date: 4th June 2020 (Thursday) Time: 7.30PM (MYT)
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MDEC: Pre and Post COVID-19 Malaysia's Digital Economy As A New Driver of Development (Webinar, 4 June)
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the World Bank is now revisiting their 2018 report on Malaysia’s Digital Economy. If you are a tech entrepreneur eyeing the Malaysian digital landscape, a C-suite of a digital tech and services multinational company looking for expansion opportunities, or a member of the general public interested in digital public policy developments, join us in this 1-hour webinar with experts from the World Bank and Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) on 4th June 2020 (Thursday) from 9am-10am.
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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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Milestone Production: Moving Forward with Digital Transformation
Go Virtual, Go Global. Embrace the future and take your events online with Milestone Production, a certified virtual event planner. From conferences, concerts, product launches to 3D exhibitions, we are equipped to these into professionally organised live webinars and virtual events for you. Packaged with performance marketing, campaign managements, e-commerce and interactive website developments, organise high quality end-to-end virtual events with a peace of mind! Get in touch with us today!
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Lifts and lobbies - The new hot spots for office buildings
"New modelling released today by leading design and engineering firm, Arup, reveals the importance of detailed planning so more people can safely and efficiently return to work in city office buildings as more businesses progressively reopen when necessary SOPs are observed, while many corporations also ramp up operations by stages. The modelling focussed on managing lift passenger numbers and queuing, factoring in physical distancing regulations.
“Without good data and planning, there could be potentially unsafe congestion in lobbies or many frustrated people queuing onto the street,” said Arup’s Buildings Leader in Malaysia, Fazidin Faisal."
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Suppliers Are Top Risk Management Concern Amid The COVID-19 Pandemic
by Zafar I. Anjum, Group CEO, CRI Group
"The worldwide coronavirus pandemic has disrupted life in just about every sense of the word, from personal health concerns and social distancing to shelter-in-place mandates and business closures. But in the corporate world, life plods on. Critical concerns about ongoing sales and revenue, keeping personnel employed, safety issues inside the workplace, and uncertainty about the future are making business leaders lose a lot of sleep these days."
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Corruption Risks Amidst COVID-19 & Update on Section 17A
"COVID-19 outbreak is an unprecedented crisis to the world’s economic landscape and undoubtedly a shock to most (if not all) businesses. While the immediate focus of many corporations may understandably be on sustaining the business, the unique and intense commercial pressures from the coronavirus outbreak also have increased the bribery and corruption threat for businesses. It is important for businesses to recognise and mitigate corruption risks in order protect it from exposure to criminal liability as well as leakages due to corruption."
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Tenby Schools Setia Eco Park – Virtual Info Day (12 June)
The extended MCO is not a barrier for you to find the best education for your child. Join our Online Info Day and get all the information you need from our Campus Principal and Head of Schools. Talk to our Admissions Team and find out about our application and registration waiver promotion. Book your online seats now! |
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St. John's International Secondary School 1-9 June 2020 Open Week SJIS strives to inspire every student with the fortitude to grow and become respected and trusted leaders of the community by accomplishing academic, personal and social goals founded on the holistic visions of faith, knowledge, thinking, creativity and excellence. St. John’s International Secondary School campus tours are now OPEN for bookings! Our dedicated Marketing team are ready and on hand to welcome you and to attend to your queries. Register with us and enjoy exclusive discount for all level *Terms and Conditions Apply For more information please call at 012-303 1071 / 017-247 1788 (Secondary) or alternatively may reach us via email at openday@sjis.edu.my |
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Connecting with you Virtually! IDP Study Abroad Virtual Fair June 2020
Ready to embark on your education journey with IDP Malaysia? Not sure how to apply to your favourite university overseas? We got you covered. Guess what? You’re invited to our upcoming IDP Study Abroad Virtual Fair happening this June 2020. Join the One-to-One Video Zoom counselling from the comfort of your home. There will be over 50 Top universities/institutions from Australia, UK and Ireland that will be virtually available for you from 5th – 7th of June 2020 between 12noon – 8pm. After chatting with the university/institution of your choice, our dedicated IDP Malaysia counsellors will also be there to assist you with your application inquiries.
During this current situation happening globally, we want you to know we got your back. We love to see you at our Virtual Fair! Register here now! |
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COVID-19 relief initiative by Social Textiles movement
The BMCC is happy to support Biji-biji Initiative (BMCC Awards 2019, Social Enterprise of the Year Finalists) in their partnership with the Social Textiles movement. They have mobilised their second phase of the Covid-19 relief initiative, and have joined forces with several other social enterprises to initiate a decentralised production platform, to provide PPE Scrubs Sets. This collection of organisations is called Social Textiles.
Biji biji are currently seeking fundings and corporate partnerships, as we aim to provide a total of 50,000 PPE Scrubs Sets, providing up to a total of RM 1,250,000 income generated to individual tailors, SEs and NGOs on board.
The purpose of Social Textile, on top of providing PPEs for the frontliners, is to: - Improve the livelihoods of underprivileged makers as we engage with tailors & seamstresses from marginalised communities
- Sustain Social Enterprises and NGOs in their continuous impact creation through ethical business practices
- Provide 100% transparency in carrying out this project, including costing & hospital fulfilment, through a detailed impact report and accessibility to live data at any point during the project
For more info click here or contact mazreen@biji-biji.com |
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