Issue #223 - 19 Oct 2020
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Recap: Chairman's Virtual Town Hall Session
Our Chairman Abrar A. Anwar, hosted BMCC's inaugural virtual Town Halls on 9 October 2020 to meet and dialogue with BMCC members. Two sessions were held; one with Large and Sterling members and another one exclusively for members in SME category. The Chairman started the sessions by giving an overview of the current economic climate and COVID-19's impact on the general business environment vis-à-vis to BMCC, emphasising the chamber's key focus during these unprecedented times is to stay engaged with its members and continue to deliver the right value to members. Abrar also highlighted some of BMCC's efforts in adapting to the new normal such as utilising digital platforms for webinars, creating platforms for members to promote and profile, virtual meetings as well as advocacy and supporting members on government SOPs during the MCO. The Chairman took the opportunity to share areas that the Chamber would be focusing on such as digital, sustainability and green efforts as well as support for SMEs in 2021. The Chairman also reiterated the importance for members to provide feedbacks and views to ensure initiatives taken by the Chamber remain relevant to members.
BMCC Chairman and the Executive Director, Jennifer Lopez as the host thanked members for their participation, sharing thoughts and suggestions for collaborations. BMCC hopes that this Town Hall will be a regular feature for members to interact and provide feedback.
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Congratulations, Mr. Andrew Sill MBE!
The BMCC would like to wish a heartiest and warmest congratulation to our former Chairman, Andrew Sill, on being conferred with an MBE by Her Majesty The Queen for his services to foster stronger UK-Malaysia business relations.
Appointed as BMCC Chairman in 2015, Andrew, a British national residing in Malaysia has remained crucially instrumental in the transformative changes of the Chamber during his 5 years tenure. His pivotal contributions included seeing the transition of Chamber from a registered Society to a Company Limited by Guarantee. This, in tandem with his vision for a Chamber that remains perpetually engaged with the business community and government has led to the establishments of sector committees and working groups. The Chamber now has a greater focus on business-based initiatives, which has proven to be a valuable undertaking appreciated by our members.
Under his Chairmanship, the BMCC has notably organised two highly successful Business Excellence Awards, a unique platform designed to acknowledge the contribution of and elevate the profile of companies and individuals who have championed British brands in Malaysia. The Awards is also an important platform to recognise and demonstrate the importance and strengthen of UK-Malaysia bilateral trade and investment relationships.
Andrew has also represented the Chamber and the interests of the British-Malaysian business community on both regional and international levels. In 2018, he led a trade delegation to the Commonwealth Business Forum in London, represented by over 20 private and governmental organisations. Andrew also represented the BMCC at regional meetings organised by BiSEA (Britain in SouthEast Asia), convened by the heads of British Chambers across ASEAN, who come together to discuss and promote collaboration for the benefit of UK businesses in ASEAN.
Over the years, Andrew has overseen the continuous success of BMCC in Malaysia and the region.
Congratulations, once again for a well-deserved recognition, from all of us at BMCC.
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BMCC UK PAVILION: IGEM 2020
The BMCC together with the Department for International Trade, UK and the British High Commission are pleased to host a virtual UK Pavilion at International Green Tech and Eco-Products Conference and Exhibition, Malaysia (IGEM) 2020 happening from 19 – 23 October 2020, with the theme 'Energising Sustainability'.
IGEM has established itself as South East Asia’s largest trade event for Greentech & Eco Products. This event is ideal for those in the manufacturing & trade industry, as well as investors & policymakers that wish to engage with suppliers with all the latest innovations and products.
The BMCC UK Pavilion at the IGEM 2020 will be showcasing UK green technology companies creating solutions for a sustainable world as well as UK Government Climate Change initiatives. The UK will also be hosting a series of seminars on steps to combat climate change.
Register and Login now for access to the BMCC UK Pavilion at this link:
For more information on IGEM Virtual Exhibition and Conference , visit https://virtual.igem.my/ and c heck out the video below from H.E. Charles Hay, British High Commissioner to Malaysia: |
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The latest edition of the BMCC's annual trade publication is now available! This tailor-made guide, in association with the Department for International Trade (DIT) UK, serves as a preliminary understanding into Malaysia's thriving sectors and highlights the various business (sector) opportunities available across Malaysia for UK companies looking to expand their business into this beautiful heart of Southeast Asia, your gateway to ASEAN!
BMCC is ready as the delivery partner in Malaysia for DIT to provide support to UK Companies through our Trade Services team with market access information, B2B matching, introductions, partner identification services as well as bespoke services, with utmost relevance.
View the full publication on our website:
For the downloadable PDF version, click here. |
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Calling employers who are hiring!
Would you like to upskill and equip your new employees with English, Communications & Soft skills? Direct English UK has a 7 day training programme, which is fully funded by HRDF, under the PENJANA programme. At no cost to the employer, your new hires would be able to train for 7 days, and also have access to an online self-learning portal for 6 months to further improve their English. The target categories would be unemployed graduates, school-leavers and retrenched workers.
Click below to view the promotional video: |
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Sustainability Survey: The Road To Net Zero If you're a business operating in Southeast Asia and are exploring sustainability transitions, this one's for you. The purpose of this survey is to gauge business perspectives around the South East Asia region on sustainability. Questions reference sustainability as a business priority, specific commitments made, and sustainability reporting. Click on HERE to know more and HERE to participate in this BritCham Singapore's Regional #RoadToNetZero Survey. |
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myPASS: Procedures for Malaysians Returning From Singapore to Malaysia for Emergencies
Procedures as follows: - Application for Travel Note and submission of Letter of Undertaking and Indemnity (LOU) to the High Commission of Malaysia in Singapore via website https://mypass.mhc.org.sg/ . Attach the relevant documents such as death certificate or doctor’s letter. The Travel Note and the LOU are required at the Singapore airport before boarding. For those who have submitted the LOU via email but have yet to receive your Travel Note, please reapply at https://mypass.mhc.org.sg/.
- Simultaneously, send an e-mail to Ministry of Health of Malaysia (MOH) to request the exemption of the 14 days quarantine (subjected to MOH's approval). Relevant documents such as death certificate or doctor’s letter should also be attached and e-mailed to hso@moh.gov.my.
Note: - myPASS FAQ
- List of Premium quarantine hotels for pre-book (including chauffeur services KLIA-Hotel) available at http://www.nadma.gov.my/component/sppagebuilder/?view=page&id=190.
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Following the recent CMCO announcement, the Malaysian Investment Development Authority will continue its operations physically at its Headquarters in KL Sentral to provide support and facilitation to our stakeholders.
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Memorandum For Consultative Session With Ministry Of International Trade And Industry
BMCC would like to gather inputs from businesses through a memorandum on the issues and challenges faced by the industry pertaining to the policies of MITI, along with suggestions for improvement.
The received feedbacks will be deliberated further in the dialogue session with Senior Minister of MITI which will be held in early 2021. The session will focus on ways to further improve the Federal Government public delivery system.
Kindly submit your feedback here by noon on 27 October 2020 (Tuesday). |
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DDCAP’s Focus On Sustainability And Corporate Responsibility
DDCAP has an evolved approach to sustainability and corporate responsibility, which is now embedded in our culture and business through our Sustainable and Responsible Actions (SRA) Programme. This Programme and DDCAP’s journey in developing its SRA Programme is discussed in greater detail in our Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility Case Study. Continue reading
Through our SRA Programme, DDCAP has committed to developing a more sustainable, equitable and prosperous world and supports the view that those in business must adopt strategies to deliver not only financial results but also social and environmental outcomes.
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Knight Frank: US to Dominate Global Capital Flows, With Capital Set To Stay Closer To Home in 2021
Knight Frank’s Active Capital 2020 finds that cross-border investment into safe haven locations and ‘near-neighbours’ are set to dominate global capital flows in 2021, as COVID-19 shifts trends in real estate investment and global mobility.
James Buckley (in photo), Executive Director of Capital Markets, Knight Frank Malaysia commented: “At a time of heightened uncertainty in the wider economic and geopolitical context and extensive overseas travel restrictions brought about by COVID-19, we expect Malaysian investors to continue to focus on their local market in the short term". Continue reading |
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Sunway Medical Centre: Heart & Stroke Package Promo
If you love your heart, get it checked! Heart disease can be present without symptoms. However, if it is diagnosed at an early stage, it can be successfully treated and managed. Take charge of your own heart by booking a heart screening appointment with Sunway Medical Centre and get advice on a healthier lifestyle. Make an appointment today!
For more information, visit:
For further enquiries, contact our Wellness Centre at: +603-7491 1198/1302 |
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Asia Pacific School goes 50/50!
Join us at our Open Day to enjoy 50% off Application and Registration fees plus a chance to win an instant prize worth as much as RM2000 upon enrolment! Block your calendar this 24th October for our Open Day! Come speak to our teachers about our curricula to find out which best suitsyour child. We also have a children’s corner to keep your little ones busy!
Want to look around? Our student ambassadors are more than happy to take you and your family for a tour around the school!
Click here to secure your seat now! *T&Cs apply. Limited to the first 50 enrolments. |
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Live webinar: Innovate–Test–Release, Fast. Powered by Automated Testing
In today’s digital world, being able to innovate, test, and release products in the market quickly with a virtual zero fault, is key to gain a competitive advantage.
R Systems Computaris invites you to the free webinar to gain more insights into the business benefits of automated testing. Our European partner, Swisscom, will share from their hands-on experience in continuous innovation, virtual-zero faults, quick product release and market success. Technology professionals will also dive into the complex clouds & app landscape, discussing the challenges with existing test automation solutions and the best available tools. Sign up here. |
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Marlborough College Malaysia: Admissions Open Morning
The Master of Marlborough College Malaysia invites you to the forthcoming Admissions Open Morning.
The visit will include a tour of our beautiful 90-acre campus and boarding houses led by academic staff and pupils. You will have the opportunity to experience first-hand, our outstanding facilities and curriculum in the Preparatory and Senior Schools through showcasing art, music, drama and sport.
Saturday | 7th November 2020 | 8.30am – 12.30pm
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Sri KDU International School: IBDP Scholarships 2021
Sri KDU International School (SKIS) is offering competitive scholarships for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).
The selection system for the IBDP Scholarship is criterion-referenced, and candidates must demonstrate a high level of oral and written proficiency in English. Outstanding students who are completing IGCSE, SPM and equivalent high school qualifications are invited to apply for the Sri KDU International School IBDP Scholarship each year. For more info on the application and the terms & conditions, please visit the school’s website HERE. |
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Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur: Limited-Time Offers
Delight friends and loved ones by giving the gift of Mandarin Oriental’s legendary service, high quality dining and award-winning spa & wellness, all presented for a special limited time only from 8 to 18 October 2020 only!
Kindly include WLI at the note column before you check out, for us to assist with your order and tracing on behalf when required.
For reservations may be made through the following contacts: - Reservation Direct Telephone: 603 2179 8818
- Reservation Direct Facsimile: 603 2179 8659
- Reservation E-Mail : mokul-reservations@mohg.com
- Hotel website : www.mandarinoriental.com
- Must highlight the order number at the time of reservation
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Nexus International School Malaysia: Virtual Open Day
Every learner is significant at Nexus. Our personalised approach to learning allows every learner to grow into the best version of themselves. Join our Virtual Open Day on Friday, 23rd Oct (4pm) & Saturday, 24th Oct (10 am) to find out more about our Pre-school, Primary, Secondary and Pre-university IB Diploma programmes.
Open Day Highlights: · 50% Registration Fee Waiver worth RM 10K · Full Application Fee Rebate worth RM1K · Full Boarding Security Deposit Waiver worth RM1K · Talks by Senior Leadership Team · Virtual Tour by Top IB Diploma Achievers · Partial IB Scholarships
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