AMCHAM

POSTPONED: Administrative Professionals and Secretaries Day 2020
2020-04-21 13:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, 145 Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50450, Malaysia
The Administrative Professionals and Secretaries Day will be postponed until further notice due to the Covid-19 outbreak.
It’s time to celebrate those that support us at work! To help you, AMCHAM is putting on a fun program to commemorate Administrative Professionals and Secretaries Day in conjunction with the annual celebration each April.
Our theme this year is “Championing Your Role in 2020 ” as we want to recognize the dedicated work of administrative professionals and secretaries alike and further professional and personal development.
You will pick up many tips about how we can communicate with or without words. Additionally, we will learn together some great best practices and simple ways to de-stress in the midst of a hectic week.
To whet your appetite, guest speakers include Elaine Daly, Founder of LeadUp Asia and current National Director of the Miss Universe Malaysia organization and Asha Gill, TV host and certified Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP).
You do not want to miss out on an afternoon for you. Joining us will be the talented team at Bobbi Brown Malaysia. Exclusive goodie bags will also up for grabs and a lucky draw among other treats!
Save the date – Tuesday, April 21, 2020 and look out for our early bird promotions starting on, March 9, 2020. Join us as we host a fun-filled half-day program from 1:45 pm – 5:00 pm (registrations start at 1:00) at Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur.
Early Bird Tickets – promotion expires on 31 March 2020

Member Company: RM 300.00
Non – Member: RM 400.00

Standard Tickets

Member Company: RM R350.00
Non- Member: RM 500.00

Corporate tables are also available, kindly contact Serena to enquire about registrations for corporate tables

Member Company: RM 3,500.00
Non – Member: RM 5,000.00

For more details on this event, please contact Ms. Serena Pereira at serena@amcham.com.my

COVID-19 - What You Need to Know
2020-05-06 11:00 - 12:30
As Malaysia moves gradually in to the ‘recovery phase’, we all need to adjust to living with the daily threat of COVID-19.
Please join AMCHAM on Wednesday, 6 May 2020, at 11:00 AM for a live discussion with Dr Helmy Mydin, Pantai Hospital’s Consultant Respiratory Physician to learn more about the novel corona virus (COVID-19), the testing etc. Take this opportunity to ask the questions you want answered. Joining him in the discussion will be Dr Rohini Kamalanathan, Senior Director Medical APAC, Western Digital.
Please send your questions in early so that this discussion can be more tailored to your needs. Submit your questions upon registration or drop an email to events@amcham.com.my by Monday May 4, before 3:00pm.
USEFUL LINKS

Perihatin Screening Program ​
My Sejahtera App​

EVENT DETAILS:
Date: Wednesday, 6 May 2020
Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm
Location: Webinar powered by CISCO Webex Meetings
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive the webinar joining instructions via their respective registered email address,24 hours prior to the scheduled session.
Kindly lookout for a Pre Event Information email from our Events team via events@amcham.com.my.
If you are registering on behalf of a colleague, kindly ensure their email address is correctly captured to ensure they receive all necessary updates.

US Tax and CARES Update for US Citizens and Green Card Holders in Malaysia
2020-05-08 14:30 - 15:45
It’s tax season in the US!
Malaysia has become an increasingly popular destination for expats around the world. If you are planning a move or are already living in Malaysia, there are important expat tax laws you will be obligated to comply with. As an American expatriate living in Malaysia, what exactly do you need to know regarding filing US expat (and Malaysian) taxes?
Taxes can be intimidating and confusing. Fortunately, there are experts to help demystify the constantly evolving tax landscape.
AMCHAM in collaboration with Moores Rowland Tax Consultants, presents an exclusive opportunity to iron out some of your important queries surrounding US Tax filling processes and get the latest updates on the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
Join this discussion of the key tax rules and how business owners and investors can minimize their tax burden.
We will discuss how the new rules are impacting:
• U.S exposed owners of Malaysian SME companies,
• Malaysian SME companies controlled by U.S exposed owners,
• Malaysian investors in U.S assets and,
• CARES updates for US Citizens in Malaysia.
Event Details
Date: Friday, 8 May 2020
Time: 2:30pm – 3:45pm
Location: Webinar powered by CISCO Webex Meetings
Registration Information:

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive the webinar joining instructions via their respective registered email address 24 hours prior to the scheduled session.
Kindly lookout for a Pre Event Information email from our Events team via events@amcham.com.my.
If you are registering on behalf of a colleague, kindly ensure their email address is correctly captured to ensure they receive all necessary updates.

Data Detectives - The Urgency of Data-Driven Marketing
2020-05-14 14:00 - 15:00
AMCHAM invites you to join this interactive session lead by the The Tenth Floor to understand the role that data analytics could play in assisting companies with navigating through “new normal” business operations as we enter into the recovery and realignment phase.
Businesses must lay the groundwork for recoveries sooner rather than later as post pandemic ad-hoc responses won’t be enough. In the digital space, protecting brand assets and commanding a brand premium will be a challenge. In this webinar, we will demonstrate how to leverage open-source data for behavioural insights and test hypotheses to improve business performance at a much lesser time and cost. This is particularly useful for organisations that are multi-market with an interest to grow without geographical and operational constraints.
This session will cover:

Data Detectives: five steps hands-on process to deliver measurable results
Emerging power of open source: Mastercard and Nestle case study
Future of insights: freedom from large budgets and slow insights
Next in e-commerce: protecting brand equity and pricing
Making the most of your internal data: how did Intel do it

TARGET AUDIENCE:
CEO | Marketing leaders | Analysts | E-commerce and CRM heads
EVENT DETAILS:
Date: Thursday, 14 May 2020
Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Location: Webinar powered by CISCO Webex Meetings
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive the webinar joining instructions via their respective registered email address,24 hours prior to the scheduled session.
Kindly lookout for a Pre Event Information email from our Events team via events@amcham.com.my.
If you are registering on behalf of a colleague, kindly ensure their email address is correctly captured to ensure they receive all necessary updates.

Economic Outlook: Understanding the Impact of COVID-19 on the Economy
2020-05-15 14:30 - 16:00
Join us as we host a special presentation by the Group Chief Economist/Head of Research of AmBank who will dive into the current economic impact of COVID-19 in Malaysia.
Following the trade war between the US and China in 2019, the world today is being hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. It has disrupted global supply chain, dragged global demand down and a surge in job losses, all within a short span of few months, as opposed to the 2008 Global Financial Crisis. Malaysia, being a trading nation, is also being impacted from this virus pandemic. Just like the global economy which will be in recession, probably the worst since the 1930s, the domestic economy is also expected to be in recession in 2020.
Underpinned by the current challenging environment which remains uncertain as well as unpredictable, the downside risk on the economy remains high. To worsen, is the domestic challenges. Hence, relief measures have been introduced with the RM260 billion stimulus package, and now heading for recovery and reforms. What will be the new normal after COVID-19 be? Should the economy be overzealous with GDP growth targets? Will there be a change to the trade dynamics?
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Friday, 15 May 2020
Time: 2:30 – 4:00pm
Location: Webinar powered by Cisco Webex Meetings
This is a Member and Member Company only event. Kindly register to gain access.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive the webinar joining instructions via their respective registered email address,24 hours prior to the scheduled session.
Kindly lookout for a Pre Event Information email from our Events team via events@amcham.com.my.
If you are registering on behalf of a colleague, kindly ensure their email address is correctly captured to ensure they receive all necessary updates.

For more information, please contact us at events@amcham.com.my

2020 Cyber Smart Index and The Importance of Cyber Security Right Now
2020-06-02 15:00 - 16:00
“The COVID-19 pandemic is likely to increase the importance of cyber security. The likelihood and impact of cyber risks is increased with remote and mobile working”.
Businesses that embrace the concept of digital transformation perform better. Yet, three in five businesses in the Asia Pacific region (APAC) have put off digitisation out of fear of cyber-attacks. The challenge for both businesses and governments is to make sure that they are protected and prepared, even more now than ever before. Technology is enabling many businesses to allow employees to work from home, technology is empowering students with remote learning and securing IT in health systems. Digital business focuses more on how technology allows companies and people to create new value and experiences that differentiate them and give them a competitive edge over their peers.
Against this backdrop, Deloitte Access Economics and VMware have launched a new report, “Cyber Smart – Enabling APAC businesses”. In this report, Deloitte Access Economics analyses cyber exposure, preparedness and economic opportunity across 12 economies in APAC. Singapore ranks #1. This research finds that improving preparedness could increase APAC GDP by US$145 billion in the long term and spur the growth of what is already a US$22 billion industry.
Looking at government frameworks and organisational capability across the region, the report finds that nations with higher exposure to cyber risks tend to be more prepared. More developed economies are the most exposed. But with an average index score of 56 out of a best practice of 100, APAC’s preparedness must improve. Clearly, governments have the appetite to support cyber smarts. However, businesses should adopt best practices, and act today to better prepare for cyber risks, and capture the benefits of digital in the future.
This AMCHAM Webinar will bring stakeholders together to share key findings from the report and learnings on the importance of cyber security. This webinar will drive a constructive conversation that protects everyone online via appropriate policies and legislation – from basic cyber hygiene principles to how governments and businesses can become more cyber smart.
Join industry experts from Carbon Black, Deloitte and VMware to discuss why cyber security is especially important now.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Tuesday, 2 June 2020
Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Location: Webinar powered by CISCO Webex Teams
If you are a non-member and wish to participate, please drop us an email at events@amcham.com.my for more information.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive the webinar joining instructions via their respective registered email address,24 hours prior to the scheduled session.
Kindly lookout for a Pre Event Information email from our Events team via events@amcham.com.my.
If you are registering on behalf of a colleague, kindly ensure their email address is correctly captured to ensure they receive all necessary updates.

Preparing Your Organisation to Return to Operations Safely
2020-06-03 14:00 - 15:00
The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is shaping the world and businesses are facing unprecedented challenges. Countries in Asia are seeing the domestic de-escalation and governments are gradually uplifting restrictions for businesses to restart.
Whether your organisation is preparing for or amidst your restart of operations, ensuring the health and safety of your workforce should be at the core of your planning. When should organisations start sending employees and assignees oversea? What medical led protocols should an organisation adopts as part of your return to operations plan? How can you support your workforce to return to operations safely?
Join us as we host a discussion with medical and security experts from International SOS – Dr Greg Jakubowski, Regional Medical Director, Dr Chan Yanjun, Medical Director and Aditya Luthra, Security Director. This webinar aims to address concerns on return to travel and return to operations with insights on:

COVID-19 situation overview for Asia and Malaysia
Pandemic curve, its implications of each phrase for organisations and best practices
Security considerations for business continuity during & beyond the pandemic crisis
Safe return to operations planning including COVID-19 testing & local health governance

EVENT DETAILS
Date: Wednesday, 3 June 2020
Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Location: Webinar powered by CISCO Webex Meetings
If you are a non-member and interested in attending, please drop us an email at events@amcham.com.my for more information.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive the webinar joining instructions via their respective registered email address,24 hours prior to the scheduled session.
Kindly lookout for a Pre Event Information email from our Events team via events@amcham.com.my.
If you are registering on behalf of a colleague, kindly ensure their email address is correctly captured to ensure they receive all necessary updates.

Through the Looking Glass - Bipartisan US Election Preview and Foreign & Trade Policy Implications
2020-06-18 09:00 - 10:00
While much of the world has come to a standstill in response to the global Coronavirus pandemic, the 2020 Presidential Election in the United States is moving ahead full throttle.
Join the leading voices of McLarty Associates – a leading global public affairs firm based in Washington D.C. as we host Nelson Cunningham, McLarty’s President and longtime Biden insider, as well as Ambassador Rick Burt, McLarty’s Managing Partner and well-known Republican foreign affairs strategist, as they break down the U.S. political process, impacts of the pandemic and response, what this means for U.S. foreign policy moving forward, and key implications for businesses.
Ambassador Bob Blake, head of their Southeast Asia practice will join the speakers to discuss how businesses should be taking COVID-19 into account in developing their strategies in Asia given the election dynamics, including the shifting of supply chains away from China and how various countries are responding to this opportunity.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Thursday, 18 June 2020
Time: 9:00am – 10:00am
Location: Webinar powered by CISCO Webex Events
TICKETS
This event is free to registered AMCHAM Members. Non-Members are required to pay a participation fee to attend.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive access to the scheduled session. Please check your registered email address for further instructions.
Non-member payees are required to show proof of payment before the scheduled event (if payment is required) in order to receive access details. Please send confirmation details to events@amcham.com.my.
Kindly look out for a Pre Event Information email which will be sent from our Events team via events@amcham.com.my 24 hours before the event.
If you are registering on behalf of a colleague, kindly ensure their email address is correctly captured to ensure they receive all necessary updates.

For more information, please contact us at events@amcham.com.my

Catching or Missing the Boat? - Malaysia’s Role in the Global Value Chain, COVID-19 and Trade Uncertainties
2020-06-23 16:00 - 17:00
AMCHAM is proud to partner with HSBC in delivering this exciting webinar that will address the current trade uncertainties and its implications on investments in Malaysia.
Opening remarks by Stuart Milne, CEO, HSBC Malaysia, and an overview of incoming investment initiatives into Malaysia by Sivasuriyamoorthy Sundara Raja, Executive Director, Investment Promotion, MIDA.
This will be followed by a panel discussion which will include Sivasuriyamoorthy Sundara Raja, Executive Director, Investment Promotion, Juha Salins – Economic Counsellor, U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur, S. Indrani, VP of Supply Chain System, Inventory Management and Material Operations, Western Digital, Stephen Brade, Managing Director, Head of Multinationals Asia Pacific, HSBC, and Siobhan Das, CEO, AMCHAM and will be moderated by Shreyas Krishna, Director, Head of Multinationals, HSBC Malaysia. Webinar will give insights and thoughts on the regional trade environment given the current COVID-19 pandemic as well as how the trade uncertainties has impacted global value chains in the region.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Tuesday, 23 June 2020
Time: 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Location: Webinar powered by Zoom
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Kindly register directly via the link here: https://hsbc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wwAQiWOTTxaApqVOH6N8iQ
For more information, please contact us at events@amcham.com.my

[Member Exclusive] Emerging FDI Opportunities for Malaysia
2020-06-30 14:30 - 15:30
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) has always been a great contributor to the development of the Malaysian economy. However, the recent COVID-19 pandemic has not only shaken the economic stability globally but also affects the position of Malaysia as a trading nation. In light of this, the government of Malaysia has made few announcements with regards to measures and strategies it will take to mitigate these issues.
Join us next week, Tuesday 30th June 2020 at 2:30PM as we host Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) in providing an exclusive overview of these new initiatives and how they will affect current and new FDI for Malaysia.
This is the first of an on-going dialogue that AMCHAM will be having with MIDA and being presented to us by Dato’ Azman Mahmud, Chief Executive Officer of MIDA. We encourage your participation in this session for your chance to hear what the government has planned to reposition Malaysia as the place of doing business.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Tuesday, 30 June 2020
Time: 2:30pm – 3:30pm
Platform: CISCO Webex Events
TICKETS
This session is exclusive for AMCHAM Members.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive access to the scheduled session. Please check your registered email address for further instructions.
Kindly look out for a Pre Event Information email which will be sent from our Events team via events@amcham.com.my 24 hours before the event.
If you are registering on behalf of a colleague, kindly ensure their email address is correctly captured to ensure they receive all necessary updates.

For more information, please contact us at events@amcham.com.my

Place of Business: Tax Guidelines
2020-07-01 11:00 - 12:30
Join us in this important webinar featuring Deloitte and KPMG where they will share their thoughts on the latest development of “Place of Business” (POB), and profit attribution exercise.
The introduction of Sections 12(3) and 12(4) of the Malaysian Income Tax Act 1967 (the Act), effective from 28 December 2018, provides more certainty in assessing whether the business profits of a non-resident that is from a non-treaty country (e.g. US, Jersey etc.) would fall within the Malaysian income tax net. However, there are several grey areas in the law itself and as such, the issuance of the Guidelines on the Application of Subsections 12(3) and 12(4) of the Income Tax Act 1967 in Determining a “Place of Business” are useful as they alleviate a number of uncertainties.
With this, certain operations carried on in Malaysia by non-residents from non-treaty countries may constitute Place of Business (POB) in Malaysia because of the rules/guidelines that result in:

Certain activities are no longer considered preparatory or auxiliary when the overall nature of the business is considered;
The expansion of the agency POB definition such that sales/ marketing activities without contract conclusion may nevertheless trigger a POB
Fragmented activities or contracts being aggregated when considering whether a POB exists
Building site, construction, installation, assembly project and related supervisory activities exceeding 5 months in in aggregate in any 12-month period would trigger a POB

Where there is POB in Malaysia, the profits attributable to the POB in Malaysia shall be deemed derived from Malaysia and is subject to Malaysian income tax. The challenging issue here is the profit attribution for the Malaysian operations of the NR, which is complex and often subject to dispute. We expect the MIRB to issue separate guidelines on profit attribution to the POB in due course.
With the latest development, MNCs from the US and other non-treaty countries should revisit their existing and proposed modus operandi in Malaysia with a view to assessing the implications and the way forward.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Wednesday,1 July 2020
Time: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Platform: Webinar powered by CISCO Webex Events
TICKETS
This event is free to registered AMCHAM Members. Non-Members are required to pay a participation fee to attend.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive access to the scheduled session. Please check your registered email address for further instructions.
Non-member payees are required to show proof of payment before the scheduled event (if payment is required) in order to receive access details. Please send confirmation details to events@amcham.com.my.
Kindly look out for a Pre Event Information email which will be sent from our Events team via events@amcham.com.my 24 hours before the event.
If you are registering on behalf of a colleague, kindly ensure their email address is correctly captured to ensure they receive all necessary updates.

For more information, please contact us at events@amcham.com.my

AMCHAM Members' Briefing
2020-07-15 15:00 - 16:00
AMCHAM cordially invites you to join us virtually at our next Member’s Briefing Webinar on Wednesday, 15 July 2020 from 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm.
AMCHAM will deliver the welcome remarks and a brief AMCHAM update. Dean Thompson, Charge d’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy of Kuala Lumpur joins us for the last time as he will be departing Malaysia in the coming weeks. He will provide an overview of the current matters including business and economic issues impacting citizens and business in Malaysia.
Members are encouraged to join us for this briefing as this would be an excellent opportunity catch up with what is happening in Malaysia and the U.S. and you will also have the opportunity to ask questions.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Wednesday, July 15 2020
Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Platform: Webinar powered by CISCO Webex Events
TICKETS
This is a Member Only event. Please note only REGISTERED members will receive access to the scheduled session. Please check your registered email address for further instructions.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Please note that this program is off-the-record.
Kindly look out for a Pre Event Information email which will be sent from our Events team via events@amcham.com.my 24 hours before the event.

For all queries, please contact us at events@amcham.com.my

Remote Control - Paradigm Shift of Remote Workforce
2020-07-17 10:00 - 11:00
The COVID-19 health crisis and continued lockdown in many markets is posing unparalleled challenges to people and businesses around the world. With this pandemic far from over, and its impact likely to be felt for years to come, one thing is certain: the world of work is never going to be the same.
This webinar will dive into how Dell Technologies and ManpowerGroup respectively, have adapted to this new normal and how have their staff adjusted to their new work environment.
Join us as Christopher Choong, Malaysia Product Specialist from Dell Technologies demonstrates how Dell transitioned 120,000 employees worldwide from office to home. His presentation will focus on Physical, Culture and Technology where remote working needs to adapt in new ways of work-life balance, where many organizations are facing challenges in balancing priorities to enable productivity.
Sam Haggag, Country Manager, ManpowerGroup will share insights on how the employment lifecycle has nevertheless evolved with the pandemic. Delivering basic talent expectations today has more focus on remote communications and cloud computing. He will also share some of their programmes and initiatives in maintaining a culture of mutual trust and care. ManpowerGroup believes that trust and care are key in any crisis and in particular when communications have to be remote.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Friday, July 17 2020
Time: 10:00am – 11:00am
Platform: Webinar powered by CISCO Webex Events
TICKETS
This event is free to registered AMCHAM Members. Non-Members are required to pay a participation fee to attend.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive access to the scheduled session. Please check your registered email address for further instructions.
Non-member payees are required to show proof of payment before the scheduled event (if payment is required) in order to receive access details. Please send confirmation details to events@amcham.com.my.
Kindly look out for a Pre Event Information email which will be sent from our Events team via events@amcham.com.my 24 hours before the event.
If you are registering on behalf of a colleague, kindly ensure their email address is correctly captured to ensure they receive all necessary updates.

For more information, please contact us at events@amcham.com.my

Cocktails and Networking in Penang
2020-07-23 16:30 - 18:30 | Eastern & Oriental Hotel, Eastern & Oriental Hotel, 10, Lebuh Farquhar,, George Town, Penang, 10200, Malaysia
AMCHAM is excited to be up in Penang again this week!
Join us for cocktails this Thursday, 23 July 2020. It will be a great opportunity to reconnect with all of our members and meet some new faces as we have welcomed a host of new members over the course of the recent MCO period.
Rest assured, we are strictly adhering to the MOH’s health and safety regulations for events and meetings. To ensure sufficient and comfortable distancing, this will be a semi-outdoor event.
Canapés, soft drinks along with beer and wine will be served. Please RSVP latest by 12pm on Tuesday, July 21 as access will be on a first come, first served basis.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: 23 July 2020
Time: 4:30 to 6:30pm (registration starts at 4:00pm)
Location: Conservatory Garden, Ground Floor, Heritage Wing – Eastern & Oriental Hotel (E&O) Penang
Dress Code: Smart Casual (or Casual for all those on WFH)
TICKETS
This cocktail is for Member Companies Only. Kindly note the ticket price is RM 100.00 per person.
For more details or questions, please contact Ms Serena Pereira at: serena@amcham.com.my

Navigating Supply Chain Disruptions
2020-07-28 14:00 - 15:00
Global value chains have taken a hit recently due to the COVID-19 pandemic. From the closing down economic activity across the regional as well as throughout the world, to the disruptions in supply chains within national borders. The World Bank’s Global Economic Prospects baseline forecast envisions a 5.2 percent contraction in global GDP in 2020 – the deepest global recession in decades.
Join us as we discuss these disruptions the in the supply chains, both locally and regionally and take a look at whats in store ahead if we are to successfully navigate these current disruptions.
Mr. T.H. Lim, Managing Director UPS Malaysia and Singapore will be giving his overview of the supply chain globally and in Malaysia, the challenges business face today; around cash flows, shift to e-commerce, labor and inventory shortage, as well as, how to pivot the business model to optimise the supply chain.
The following presentation will be conducted by Dr. Shardul Phadnis, Associate Professor and Director of Research at Malaysia Institute for Supply Chain Innovation (MISI). Dr. Shardul will be sharing the latest findings from two MISIs studies (conducted between April 2020 and now) that examine current impact and response to the pandemic by different companies and the future outlook on supply chain disruptions.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Tuesday, July 28 2020
Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Platform: CISCO WEBEX EVENTS
TICKETS
This event is free to registered AMCHAM Members. Non-Members are required to pay a participation fee to attend.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive access to the scheduled session. Please check your registered email address for further instructions.
Non-member payees are required to show proof of payment before the scheduled event (if payment is required) in order to receive access details. Please send confirmation details to events@amcham.com.my.
Kindly look out for a Pre Event Information email which will be sent from our Events team via events@amcham.com.my 24 hours before the event.
If you are registering on behalf of a colleague, kindly ensure their email address is correctly captured to ensure they receive all necessary updates.

For more information, please contact us at events@amcham.com.my

[NOTICE: Change In Time] Building A Resilient And Sustainable Healthcare System
2020-08-05 09:30 - 10:30
Please be informed that the Healthcare Dialogue with Tan Sri Jemilah Mahmood will start 30 minutes earlier than scheduled, at 9.30am to reflect changes to Tan Sri Jemilah’s schedule and her next appointment at Parliament.
– A Healthcare Dialogue with Tan Sri Dr. Jemilah Mahmood –
Malaysia has successfully contained the initial wave of COVID -19. Throughout this process, everything from industry to services, the experience exposed strengths and weaknesses in many aspects of life. The country’s healthcare system and the health of all its residents has been in central focus during this period.
Join us on 5 August 2020 for an exciting discussion with Tan Sri Dr. Jemilah Mahmood, Special Advisor on Public Health to the Prime Minister of Malaysia to learn more about how this newly created position will help support the development of a more robust and caring community and support the health of the nation.
Tan Sri Dr. Jemilah Mahmood will give a presentation on her views and ideas for Malaysia’s health policies and potential initiatives. This will be followed by a discussion to provide her perspective of Malaysia’s public healthcare landscape including opportunities where AMCHAM members could support and collaborate with the Malaysian government the recovery and reform of Malaysia healthcare system. To be more resilient to future pandemic threats and national readiness to provide better healthcare for all.
This event marks the start of AMCHAM’s Healthcare Committee which seeks to bring together AMCHAM members across the healthcare spectrum from pharmaceutical, medical devices, delivery, technology and other relevant sectors, to address the opportunities and business realities for this critical and growing sector.
EVENT DETAILS:
Date: Wednesday, 5 August 2020
Time: 9:30 am – 10:30 am
Platform: CISCO WEBEX EVENTS
TICKETS
This is an exclusive Members Only, paid event. Limited tickets available.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive access to the scheduled session. Please check your registered email address for further instructions.
Payees are required to show proof of payment before the scheduled event (if payment is required) in order to receive access details. Please send confirmation details to events@amcham.com.my.
Kindly look out for a Pre Event Information email which will be sent from our Events team via events@amcham.com.my 24 hours before the event.
If you are registering on behalf of a colleague, kindly ensure their email address is correctly captured to ensure they receive all necessary updates.

For more information, please contact us at events@amcham.com.my

[CLOSED] AMCHAM 43rd Annual General Meeting
2020-08-13 11:00 - 12:00
AMCHAM will be holding its 43rd Annual General Meeting on 13 August. As a voting member of the Chamber, you are invited to attend and participate. This AGM will also be accessible via a Microsoft Teams platform for any corporate representative who cannot attend physically; registration for either option is required.
If you are going to attend in person, at the AMCHAM Executive Office, we encourage you to register early to secure your seat . Physical attendance will be capped in order to adhere to government-stipulated SOPs for hosting events.
VOTING MEMBERS: Only the designated Corporate Representatives of member companies are eligible to vote. If you, the Corporate Representative are unable to attend, we highly recommend that you appoint a proxy. If you need a proxy form, please contact info@amcham.com.my​.
Please RSVP early to ensure we can reach the required quorum. On the day, please arrive 10 minutes prior to the start of the AGM.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Thursday, 13 August 2020.
Time:
10:30 a.m. – In-House Registration / Microsoft Teams
11:00 a.m. – AGM Begins
12:00 p.m. – AGM Ends
Venue: AMCHAM Executive Office : Level 10, Bangunan Faber Imperial Court, Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur
For more information, please contact Ms. Serena Pereira at serena@amcham.com.my

[CLOSED] AGM Luncheon with The U.S Ambassador to Malaysia
2020-08-13 12:30 - 14:00
AMCHAM is delighted to announce that we will be honoured with the presence of Her Excellency Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir, U.S Ambassador to Malaysia, and Mr Michael Newbill, the new Deputy Chief of Mission, and as a special guest at our Annual General Meeting Luncheonon Thursday, 13 August 2020.
This would be an excellent opportunity to reconnect with the Ambassador since her return to Malaysia.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Thursday, 13 August 2020
Time: 12:30pm – 2:00pm (registration for Luncheon-Only attendees, begins at 12:00pm)
Venue: Hilton Kuala Lumpur – Ballroom B, Level 6
SPONSORSHIP: Please contact us if you would like to sponsor this event. events@amcham.com.my
TICKET DETAILS
This luncheon will be open to registered Members and Member Company representatives at a fee. In observance of health and safety SOPs, seats are limited and on a first come, first served basis. Please be sure to register for BOTH AGM & Luncheon separately in order to secure your place for both programs.
For more information, please contact the Events Team at events@amcham.com.my

Corporate Success with Mind Wellness
2020-08-18 14:00 - 15:00
As much as all our focus is currently on physical health and the economic repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic, mental health will be the next pandemic, and unfortunately, there is no vaccine for what ails us. It is imperative for people to be resilient in weathering life’s storms.
Join us with Mr. Yap Chee Khong, Clinical Psychologist from Sunway Medical Centre Sdn Bhd, and Dr. Indigo, Success & Mind Wellness Practitioner, as they discuss how negative circumstances impact our mental well-being and that we must develop the skills to bounce back and move forward. Also, more importantly, people must change the conversation from mental illness to mental wellness so that there is normalcy and emotional inclusion in the New Normal. There are storms that are blowing into our lives as a result of inequality, the pandemic, and many other global matters, and people are merely surviving these storms and not thriving.
Mr. Yap‘s talk will guide the audience to understand how the human body experiences stress and relaxation. Techniques of eliciting relaxation response, which could help to counter stress response will be shared. Dr. Indigo will explore mind wellness from a kaleidoscope perspective and provide insight on how Resilience is a mental wellness trait that can be achieved through simple practices.
This event will be of interest to all senior managers, HR managers, as well as staff and employees who want to learn how to tackle what may lie ahead.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Tuesday, August 18 2020
Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Platform: Online Platform TBC
TICKETS
This event is free to registered AMCHAM Members. Non-Members are required to pay a participation fee to attend.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive access to the scheduled session. Please check your registered email address for further instructions.
Non-member payees are required to show proof of payment before the scheduled event (if payment is required) in order to receive access details. Please send confirmation details to events@amcham.com.my.
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[REGISTRATION CLOSED] Johor Briefing & InterChamber Networking
2020-08-24 15:30 - 20:30 | Les Bouchons, Les Bouchons, Johor, Malaysia
For more information, please email us at events@amcham.com.my or contact Serena Pereira, Events Specialists at +603 2727 0070.

[DATE UPDATED] An Analysis of the Democrat and Republican Conventions in the US
2020-09-02 15:00 - 16:00
The U.S elections are very much in the crosshair of both Democratic and Republican candidates now. The “usual” political conventions and the on-going campaigns are being disrupted and changed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
On 2 September 2020, after both the Democratic and Republican Conventions and after President Trump accepts his party’s nomination, AMCHAM members are invited to join a virtual briefing session with political expert Steven Okun to hear about the convention moments that left the strongest impressions and the path forward for both presidential candidates. Steve will also discuss the “Blue Shift”, which could be the most consequential phenomenon to understand this election.
Event Details:
Date : 2 September 2020
Time: 3:00pm -4:00pm
Platform : Microsoft Teams Meetings
TICKETS
This event is free to registered AMCHAM Members. Non-Members are required to pay a participation fee to attend.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive access to the scheduled session. Please check your registered email address for further instructions.
Non-member payees are required to show proof of payment before the scheduled event (if payment is required) in order to receive access details. Please send confirmation details to events@amcham.com.my.
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Malaysia's COVID-19 Bill: Potential Implications for Business
2020-09-03 14:00 - 15:00
In addressing the impact and aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Malaysian Government has introduced the Temporary Measures for Reducing the Impact of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Bill 2020 to cushion the effects felt by both individuals and businesses alike.
Following a consultation exercise with the public and industry, the Bill has now passed the third reading in Dewan Rakyat.
It is hoped that the Bill, as one of the various recovery measures taken by the government, will also act as support for the Prihatin stimulus packages and Malaysia’s economic recovery plans.
Join us on 3 September as we host three legal experts who have been closely monitoring developments on this Bill, and will discuss its potential practical and legal implications for business here in Malaysia.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Thursday, 3 September 2020
Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Platform: Microsoft Teams
TICKETS
This event is free to registered AMCHAM Members. Non-Members are required to pay a participation fee to attend.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive access to the scheduled session. Please check your registered email address for further instructions.
Non-member payees are required to show proof of payment before the scheduled event (if payment is required) in order to receive access details. Please send confirmation details to events@amcham.com.my.
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Under Beijing's Shadow: Southeast Asia's China Challenge
2020-09-08 09:00 - 10:00
AMCHAM is pleased to announce a special book discussion session by Mr. Murray Hiebert Senior Associate, Southeast Asia Program at Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS). His new book Under Beijing’s Shadow: Southeast Asia’s China Challenge. China’s rise and stepped-up involvement in Southeast Asia have prompted a blend of anticipation and unease among its smaller neighbours. The stunning growth of China has yanked up the region’s economies, but its militarization of the South China Sea and dam building on the Mekong River has nations wary about Beijing’s outsized ambitions. Southeast Asians long felt relatively secure, relying on the United States as a security hedge, but that confidence began to slip after the Trump administration launched a trade war with China and questioned the usefulness of traditional alliances.
This compelling book provides a snapshot of ten countries in Southeast Asia by exploring their diverse experiences with China and how this impacts their perceptions of Beijing’s actions and its long-term political, economic, military, and “soft power” goals in the region.
Join us on 8 September 2020 at 9:00am for a session with Mr. Heibert as he gives us a briefing based on his book and his outlook for Malaysia
Book Purchase Links
For those interested, his book is available here from the publisher​ or on Amazon.​
TICKETS
This event is free to registered AMCHAM Members. Non-Members are required to pay a participation fee to attend.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive access to the scheduled session. Please check your registered email address for further instructions.
Non-member payees are required to show proof of payment before the scheduled event (if payment is required) in order to receive access details. Please send confirmation details to events@amcham.com.my.
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Future-Proofing Malaysia: Investments Today For Tomorrow
2020-09-10 14:00 - 15:00
The world is navigating uncharted waters and this year, most countries will experience a depressed economy, unseen since the 1920s. Global multinational companies need to grow, to increase profitability and shareholder value, and ultimately help to boost global economies.
This session starts with an overview of current regional trends in FDI. It then dives into what Malaysia is actively engaged in, and what needs to be done in the near future, to maintain its attractiveness as a destination of choice for Foreign Direct Investments (FDI). Now is the time more than ever to reconfigure, if needed, the growth potential of Malaysia. Taking into account the backdrop of shifts and trade tensions, the reconfiguration of global supply chains, and with the global pandemic still looming large. Our expert speakers and panelists will provide their insights and anecdotes as to why Malaysia has the potential to be a regional, as well as a global hub for multinational companies.
Mr. Ernesto Pittaluga, Corporate and Public Sector, Sales & Marketing Regional Head, Asia Pacific, Treasury and Trade Solutions at Citi, will be providing an overview of current trends and flows of FDI in the region. This will be followed by a panel discussion with Muhammad Azmi Zulkifli, Chief Executive Officer, InvestKL; Fitri Abdullah, Managing Director, OracleMalaysia; Abdul Rahman Abu Haniffa, Director of Government Affairs and Policy, GE Malaysia.
Join us for this exciting discussion to see where the potential lies in Malaysia and what can be achieved in the near future to elevate Malaysia’s status as a destination for FDI.
[EVENT DETAILS]
Date: 10 September 2020
Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Platform: Microsoft Teams
TICKETS
Due to capacity limits, participation is approved on a first come, first served basis. This event is free, however, registration is still required for access to this webinar.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive access to the scheduled session. Please check your registered email address for further instructions.
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Redefining The Next Generation of Insurance
2020-09-22 14:00 - 15:00
Flexible and customer-centric innovations are already commonplace in industries such as retail, entertainment, and hospitality. And insurance, being an industry with products that at times can seem incomprehensible, is prime for some disruptive innovation.
Join us at AMCHAM as we host a discussion on the present and future of insurance and the InsureTech scene here in Malaysia.
Angie Wong, Partner at PwC will give the latest overview of the InsureTech scene in Malaysia. We will then have a presentation by Ramzi Toubassy, Chief Executive Officer, AmMetLife Insurance Berhad (AmMetLife) on their current journey into digitizing innovation. This will be followed by a panel discussion on the future of the InsurTech scene in Malaysia with the presenters and two newer InsurTech start-ups here in Malaysia, represented by Sharian Raj, Co-founder and Ceo of Senang, and Calvin Teng, Country Manager (Malaysia) of Qoala.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Tuesday, 22 September 2020
Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Platform: Microsoft Teams
TICKETS
This event is free to registered AMCHAM Members as well as Non-Members. Registration is compulsory for all.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive access to the scheduled session. Please check your registered email address for further instructions.
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Doing Good: Sustainability within CSR
2020-09-24 10:00 - 11:00
In line with AMCHAMs ongoing commitment to promote best practices in corporate social responsibility, and in light of the current My AMCHAM Cares CSR survey that is now LIVE, AMCHAM invites you to an exclusive session with Redha Shukor, Sustainability & Operations Lead at PwC Consulting Associates on Thursday, 24 September 2020, from 10:00am – 11:00am.
Redha will be providing an overview on the various sustainability frameworks currently being implemented globally & locally, highlighting the recent trends and challenges within the sustainability domain as well as shedding light on appropriate frameworks that can be used to measure and report economic, environmental and social impact.
This event is not to be missed if you are a CSR practitioner in your organisation and keen on learning new trends and ideas to incorporate into your CSR practices.
[EVENT DETAILS]
Date: 24 September 2020, Thursday
Time: 10:00am – 11:00am
Platform: Microsoft Teams
TICKETS
This event is free to all AMCHAM members, however, registration is still required for access to this webinar.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive access to the scheduled session. Please check your registered email address for further instructions.
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[REGISTRATION CLOSED] AMCHAM Luncheon with Director-General of Immigration
2020-09-28 12:00 - 14:30
AMCHAM invites you to an exclusive Luncheon with YBhg. Dato’ Indera Khairul Dzaimee Bin Daud, Director-General of the Immigration Department, on 28 September 2020 (Monday) from 12.30pm – 2.30pm(registration starts at 12.00pm) at the Zenith Hotel Putrajaya.
This luncheon represents an excellent opportunity for our members to meet and engage with the Director-General of Immigration and familiarize yourself with senior officers from his team.
In the world of COVID-19, it is vital to understand the latest measures, how travel bubbles or corridors could work and how talent needs to be managed through these new circumstances. We look forward to learning more about the objectives and latest initiatives of the Immigration Department so that businesses can plan movements and growth as we move into the new year.

Building For The Future
2020-10-06 14:00 - 15:00
The built environment includes all buildings and structures, living spaces, and recreational spaces that are created, or modified, by people for people. In addition to the buildings and spaces themselves, it also includes infrastructural elements such as waste management, transportation, and utility transmission systems put in place to serve this built space.
When evaluating the sustainability & positive impacts that technology has on the built environment, it is important to take a broad view incorporating broader stakeholders and communities, beyond immediate investors or building users.
Join us for an informative session that looks into the design, technology, and practices that enable built environments to progress even further in an attempt to achieve greater work efficiency and an environmentally friendly Malaysia.
Date: 6 October 2020
Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Platform: Microsoft Teams
TICKETS
This event is free to registered AMCHAM Members as well as Non-Members. Registration is compulsory for all.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive access to the scheduled session. Please check your registered email address for further instructions.
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[MEMBER'S EXCLUSIVE] What Price, Malaysia?
2020-10-08 15:00 - 17:00
Stability: Businesses crave it and investors rate it high when selecting locations for future investments.
What price is Malaysia paying with the multiple changes in government and the impact that has had on the policies, the regulatory environment and, the country’s economic health? These questions are foremost in minds at a time when Malaysia needs to become highly competitive not just regionally but globally.
Join AMCHAM on October 8 (Thursday) from 3.00pm to 5.00pm as we host a thought provoking discussion with key thought leaders: Ben Suffian, Co-founder & Director of Programs at Merdeka Centre, Dr. Bridget Welsh, an independent scholar and political analyst currently based in Kuala Lumpur, and Achim Schmillen, Senior Economist at World Bank.
If you have questions you would like to pose to the panel, please submit them in advance so that we can deepen this discussion. To submit, please send to: Ms. Elaine Wong, Government Relations Executive at elaine@amcham.com.my .
This event is FREE for all AMCHAM Members. Registration is compulsory for all.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION

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Evolving Landscapes: Updates to International Arbitration
2020-10-15 14:00 - 15:00
Companies involved in international business relations often find themselves subject to international arbitrations seated in various locations. Accordingly, it is imperative for companies and in-house counsel to stay abreast of any developments within arbitration, and other alternative dispute resolution mechanisms alike.
Join us on Thursday 15 October 2020 at 2:00 pm as we collaborate with the Asian International Arbitration Centre to bring together subject matter experts that will cover the current legal updates across jurisdictions in Asia as well as the United States and how it affects American businesses involved in international arbitration with foreign arbitral seats.
[EVENT DETAILS]
Date: 15 October 2020, Thursday
Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Platform: Microsoft Teams
TICKETS
This event is free to all AMCHAM members, however, registration is still required for access to this webinar.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Please note only REGISTERED participants will receive access to the scheduled session. Please check your registered email address for further instructions.
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