AMCHAM

Members' Briefing March 2019
2019-03-12 14:15 - 16:15 (Asia/Shanghai) | AMCHAM Executive Office, Level 10 Bangunan Faber Imperial Court Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50250, Malaysia
AMCHAM would like to invite you to AMCHAM’s Members’ Briefing on Tuesday, March 12, 2019, from 2.15 p.m. to 4.15 p.m. at our new AMCHAM Executive Office. If you have not visited us, this would be a great opportunity to do so!
Registration will begin at 1.45 p.m. and AMCHAM will deliver the welcome remarks and a brief AMCHAM update. The U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur will provide an overview of the current business and economic issues impacting business in Malaysia, recent visits and activities at the US Embassy.
Members are encouraged to attend this briefing followed by networking as this would be an excellent opportunity to meet other fellow members and stay in tune with what’s happening on the ground as you meet with various industries.
This is a Members Only program where admission is complimentary. Due to space limitation, seats are on a first come, first serve basis so please register early. Please note that this program is off-the-record.
For all queries, please contact Ms. Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my

Doing What's Right - P&G Ambition 2030
2019-03-07 14:00 - 15:30 | AMCHAM Executive Office, Level 10 Bangunan Faber Imperial Court Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50250, Malaysia
What is Ambition 2030?
Ambition 2030 is aimed to enable and inspire positive impact on the environment and society while creating value for the Company and consumers. Ambition 2030 is predicated on four pillars: Brands, Supply Chain, Society, and Employees. Each pillar has specific focus areas which seek to address two of the world’s most pressing environmental challenges: finite resources and growing consumption. P&G established the P&G Smallholders Program in 2014 where they are committed to improve livelihoods of 10,000 Malaysian palm smallholders in our supply chain by helping them to maximize yield from their existing lands.
Join us Thursday, March 7, 2019 from 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m (Registration starts at 2:00 p.m.) at AMCHAM’s New Executive Office to listen to Girish Deshpande, Global Surfactants Business Planner & Palm Sustainability Leader of Procter & Gamble UK alongside Dr. Asad Ata, Associate Professor at the Malaysia Institute for Supply Chain Innovation (MISI). They will be sharing with members and guests on:

How a global commitment by a multinational company is translated into true partnership and meaningful collaboration with industry experts to enable a successful supply chain engagement
Enabling active participation of supply chain actors in project development and deliverables to ensure long term commitment and success of the P&G Smallholders Program

There is no charge to attend this program, we would like to encourage staff of member companies to register for this program and be inspired. Please kindly register early so you are not disappointed.
Details:
Date: Thursday, 7 March 2019
Time:
14:00 Registration
14:30 Program Starts
15:30 Program Ends (Light refreshments will be served)
Venue: AMCHAM New Executive Office – Level 10 Faber Imperial Court, Jalan Sultan Ismail (same building as Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur)

2019 APCAC Business Summit
2019-03-04 - 2019-03-05
Asia’s continued rapid development has made the region the biggest engine of the global economy and has presented enormous opportunities for American multinational businesses. Against this backdrop of potentially seismic shifts in the world economic and political order, more than 300 top business and political leaders from around Asia and the U.S. will gather in the vibrant heart of Hong Kong’s financial and business district for the 2019 APCAC Business Summit on March 4-5, hosted at the Grand Hyatt Hotel.
The 2019 APCAC Summit will be a crucial event for industry leaders to analyze new developments and adapt to the new and unpredictable trading climate. Under the theme of “The Future of U.S. Trade and Investment in Asia”, discussion topics will span the entire spectrum of modern commercial and business concerns, including:

Free and Open Indo-Pacific Strategy
U.S. Businesses in Asia
Disruptive Tech
The Longevity Transformation
Young Entrepreneurs
The Future of Finance in Asia
The Belt and Road Initiative
Smart Cities
Supply Chain

And many more.
Have your questions answered and create meaningful connections via a host of networking events, panels, and keynote speeches scheduled across the two days. For ticketing, sponsorships packages, and further information, please refer to our conference website at: www.amcham.org.hk/apcac

Briefing By MIDA Post Investment Support Services in Penang
2019-02-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Intel Technology, PG7 Building, Phase 3 Bayan Lepas FIZ, Pulau Pinang, 11900, Malaysia
Following our very successful KL program with the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) in December, 2018, AMCHAM is delighted to confirm that MIDA has agreed to hold a similar program in Penang so as to provide opportunity for more of our Northern members to meet with the agency and learn more about the types of support that the MIDA provides to foreign companies that have already invested in Malaysia.
The briefing will take place on the afternoon of Monday, 25 February 2019 from 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m. (registration at 1.45 p.m.) at PG7 Building, Intel Technology Sdn Bhd, Phase 3 Bayan Lepas FIZ, Penang – please click ‘See on Map’ on the event website below for details on how to arrive at the venue.
Please note that parking spaces will be reserved only for those that have provided a car plate registration number during registration.
This event is free of charge and strictly for members-only.
Senior management from the following divisions will provide overviews of their roles and functions:
(a) Post Investment & Infrastructure Support
(b) Industry Talent Management and Expatriate
(c) Licensing and Incentive Compliance and Monitoring Section
(d) Incentive Coordination and Collaboration Office (ICCO)
Please join us and take this opportunity to gain a better understanding of how MIDA is structured and how they are able to support existing foreign investors in Malaysia.
For more information, please contact Lewis Walmesley-Browne, Public Affairs Manager at lewis@amcham.com.my

AMCHAM Roundtable Discussion on Developing High-Technology Sectors
2019-02-20 15:00 - 16:30 | AMCHAM Executive Office, Level 10 Bangunan Faber Imperial Court Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50250, Malaysia
AMCHAM is delighted to invite members to join a roundtable discussion with the Washington D.C. – based Information Technology Industry Council (https://www.itic.org/) focused on the development of high-technology sectors in Malaysia.
The discussion will take place on Wednesday 20th February from 3:00pm to 4:30pm at the new AMCHAM Executive Office. Our roundtable discussion will focus on key policy areas that will drive and enable the development of high-technology sectors in Malaysia, particularly the areas of accessibility, technical standards, regulatory compliance, international trade policy, and cybersecurity.
This event is free of charge and open to both AMCHAM member companies and ITIC member companies: (https://www.itic.org/about/member-companies)
The Information Technology Industry Council is a U.S.-based trade association that represents companies from the information and communications technology (ICT) industry. ITI works within the U.S. and overseas to promote the adoption of policies that encourage innovation and promote global competitiveness.
ITI’s Global Policy division works to maintain and promote market access for the ICT industry. ITI collaborates with the U.S. Trade Representative, U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Department of State, and U.S. embassies abroad to address expanding global market access.
Please direct any questions about this event to Lewis Walmesley-Browne, Public Affairs Manager at lewis@amcham.com.my

IGB International School - Career Related Programme Information Session
2019-02-19 09:30 - 11:30 | IGB International School, Jalan Sierramas Utama, Sierramas, Sungai Buloh, Selangor, Selangor DE Malaysia, 47000, Malaysia
Kindly email Ms. Arvindar Kaur, Assistant Manager – Marketing | IGB International School
to register – arvin.kaur@igbis.edu.my

*POSTPONED* 19 Feb - Digital Transformation of the Supply Chain
2019-02-19 09:00 - 10:30 | AMCHAM Executive Office, Level 10 Bangunan Faber Imperial Court Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50250, Malaysia
AMCHAM has regrettably had to postpone our program on Digital Transformation of the Supply Chain, which was scheduled to take place on Tuesday 19 February.
We hope to reorganize this event at a later date as we had fantastic levels of interest from both our members and government stakeholders.

Emails notices have been sent to all who had registered. Our Events Manager Elyna (elyna@amcham.com.my) will process any refunds as soon as possible.Our apologies for any inconvenience caused, and thank you for your understanding. We look forward to welcoming you to future AMCHAM programs.

U.S. Business Visa Briefing
2019-02-13 09:00 - 10:00 | AMCHAM Executive Office, Level 10 Bangunan Faber Imperial Court Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50250, Malaysia
Join AMCHAM on Wednesday, February 13 at the AMCHAM Executive Office from 9.00am-10.00am (registration at 8.45am) for the latest updates on the U.S. Business Visa process with Marcelyn Sanchez, the Deputy Consul General of the U.S. Embassy here in Kuala Lumpur.
Marcelyn will share an overview of the visa schemes in place and the latest initiative for visa renewal. She will answer any questions you may have about how to apply/renew business visas for the employees of your company.
This briefing is recommended for HR related personnel to attend. It is complimentary for members and a fee of RM100.00 is required for non-members. For more information, please contact Ms. Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my

Indo Pacific Strategy and A Democrat-led Congress – What now…
2019-01-23 09:00 - 11:00 | AMCHAM Executive Office, Level 10 Bangunan Faber Imperial Court Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50250, Malaysia
Dr. Sam Potolicchio, currently the Director of Global and Custom Education at the McCourt School of Public Policy at Georgetown University will be at AMCHAM on Wednesday, 23 January from 9.00am to 11.00am to provide insights to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Strategy.
With Democrats now in the majority in the House of Representatives, what will it mean and how will it impact this Indo-Pacific focus?
Dr. Potolicchio lectures regularly around the world for the U.S. State Department, and has lectured at leading academic institutions such as Yale, Dartmouth, Brown, Cambridge, Oxford, the London School of Economics and the Sorbonne. He will provide timely insights into how can evolve and what it may mean for companies/countries touched by the U.S. strategy across Asia.
We would like to thank our member company, Amway for their collaboration on this event. Seats are complimentary and open to both members and non-members. A light breakfast with coffee/tea will be served.
Details
09:00am Registration & Coffee
09:30am Presentation and Q&A
11:00am Program Ends
Venue: Level 10, Faber Imperial Court, Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur
For more information, please contact Ms. Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my

Registration Closed! How Malaysia Became The First
2019-01-22 14:30 - 15:30 | AMCHAM Executive Office, Level 10 Bangunan Faber Imperial Court Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50250, Malaysia
Due to overwhelming response, registration has been closed. We do apologise for the inconvenience.

Join us on January 22, 2019 from 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Registration starts at 2:00p.m.) at AMCHAM’s New Executive Office to listen to Rina Siew, Corporate Social Responsibility Manager of Berjaya Starbucks Coffee Company as she shares the perspectives on how an American brand started its world’s first store that uplifts the deaf and hearing-impaired in Malaysia, which inspired the world in the process.
From the very beginning, Starbucks has set itself out to be a different kind of company. Aside from achieving extraordinary coffee experiences, Starbucks has made a business out of human connections, community involvement and the celebration of diversity. It is the inclusion of diverse experiences and perspectives that help create a culture of empowerment at Starbucks. Our mission is to inspire and nurture the human spirit – one person, one cup and one neighbourhood at a time.
In 2016, Starbucks in Malaysia developed the Starbucks Signing Store project, which aims to enhance the livelihood of the Deaf community by providing them job opportunities that empowers them. The Signing Store project hires Deaf partners (employees) to work as frontline staff, as well as to manage day-to-day administrative tasks in the store. This helps the Deaf to develop their self-confidence, self-esteem and self-reliance through discovery and experiences that give them pride and accomplishments to move forward to lead a functional and fulfilling life.
We would like to encourage the relevant staff of member companies to register for this program. Please note there is no charge to attend this program, however, seats are limited so kindly register early to book your seats.
Due to space limitation, we welcome a maximum of 3 representatives per company. If you do have more of your staff who are interested to attend, do let us know and we will advise on the availability closer to the date.
For more information, please contact Yvonne Miranda at yvonne@amcham.com.my

Economic Policy in New Malaysia: Dr. Muhammed Abdul Khalid, Economic Adviser to PM
2019-01-10 10:00 - 12:00 | AMCHAM Executive Office, Level 10 Bangunan Faber Imperial Court Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50250, Malaysia
AMCHAM wishes to invite our member companies to an exclusive members-only discussion on Thursday, 10 January 2019 from 10.00am to 12.00pm at the new AMCHAM Executive Office on Jalan Sultan Ismail with Dr. Muhammed Abdul Khalid, the Economic Adviser to Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir.
Dr. Muhammed was one of the lead strategists behind the midterm review of the 11th Malaysia Plan, which has laid out the economic reform agenda of the new Pakatan Harapan government. Dr. Muhammed will share his vision for 2019 and how AMCHAM companies can actively contribute towards the strategy’s six pills of good governance, inclusive development, addressing regional imbalances, growing human capital, enhancing environmental sustainability and enhancing productivity in industry.
Seats are limited so please register soon. Tickets are priced at RM100 for members and RM110 for member company – a light lunch will be served.
For more information, please contact Ms. Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my

New AMCHAM Executive Office Opening Ceremony
2019-01-08 13:00 - 17:00 | AMCHAM Executive Office, Level 10 Bangunan Faber Imperial Court Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50250, Malaysia
Members are invited to attend the official opening of AMCHAM’s new Executive Office on Tuesday, January 8 at 1.00 p.m. Located close the Golden Triangle at Faber Imperial Court (Sheraton Imperial Hotel) on Jalan Sultan Ismail, AMCHAM is looking forward to kicking off 2019 with a wonderful new home that doubles our working space.
Following the official ceremony, AMCHAM will have an Open House until 5.00 p.m. We look forward to an afternoon of merriment with members, guests and friends.
Please help us estimate numbers for this program by registering below. Registration will also allow you to be eligible for the lucky draw.
For more information, please contact Ms. Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my

[Change of Venue] Briefing by MIDA Post Investment Support Services
2018-12-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur, Ballroom 2 & 3, Level 2, Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan, 50250, Malaysia
AMCHAM is delighted to confirm the new date and venue for the briefing by the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), focusing on the types of support that the agency provides to foreign companies that have already invested in Malaysia.
The briefing will take place on the morning of Thursday, 13 December 2018 from 9.00 a.m. – 11.00 a.m. at the Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur on Jalan Sultan Ismail, and is strictly for members-only.
Senior management from the following divisions will provide overviews of their roles and functions:
(a) Post Investment & Infrastructure Support
(b) Industry Talent Management and Expatriate
(c) Licensing and Incentive Compliance and Monitoring Section
(d) Incentive Coordination and Collaboration Office (ICCO)
Please join us and take this opportunity to gain a better understanding of how MIDA is structured and how they are able to support existing foreign investors in Malaysia.
A light breakfast with coffee/tea will be served. For more information, please contact Ms. Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my

[Change of Venue] Corporate Citizenship: Driving Impact with Corporate Volunteering
2018-12-12 12:30 - 13:30 | Nusantara Ballroom 1, Level2, Sheraton Imperial Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Jalan Sultan Ismail, , 50250 Kuala Lumpur,, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50250, Malaysia
Join us on December 12, 2018 from 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. at Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel over lunch and listen to Nehal Shah, CSR Program Manager of ON Semiconductor and Taufiq Razak, Leader – GE Volunteers Malaysia of General Electric International, Inc. (GE) sharing their areas of expertise in Corporate Volunteering.

Nehal will be sharing ON Semiconductor’s corporate social responsibility initiatives and its North American Employee Volunteer Program (EVP). Normally based in the U.S., Nehal has spent the last few months learning about the local requirements and contextual variables of its sites in Europe and Asia in anticipation of offering and deploying the EVP in these regions in 2019. ON Semiconductor will discuss why the company values having a strong employee volunteer program and describe how thinking locally has helped them to expand their program globally.

For more than a century, volunteering has been a vibrant part of GE’s culture, as both an individual employee activity and an organizational effort. Taufiq will be sharing his expertise on the ethos behind GE Volunteers which is implemented across the globe and will share specifically the activities of GE Volunteers Malaysia and the great minds behind this successful and sustainable program.

This is a great learning experience for those involved in corporate citizenship activities and we would like to encourage the relevant staff of member companies to register for this program. Please note there is no charge to attend this program, however, seats are limited so kindly register early to book your seats.

Due to space limitation, we welcome a maximum of 3 representatives per company. If you do have more of your staff who are interested to attend, do let us know and we will advise on the availability closer to the date.
For more information, please contact Yvonne Miranda at yvonne@amcham.com.my

Dialogue with the Honorable Chief Minister of Penang on "Penang 2030"
2018-12-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Equatorial Hotel Penang, 1, Jalan Bukit Jambul, , Pulau Pinang, Pulau Pinang, 11900 , Malaysia
The Malaysian Dutch Chamber of Commerce (MDCC) is extending an invitation to AMCHAM members to join them in Penang for their Dialogue with the Honorable Chief Minister of Penang on “Penang 2030” to be held on Friday, 7 December 2018 from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. at the Equatorial Hotel Penang. The Chief Minister has been requested to speak on:

Penang 2030 (esp. Theme 2): Upgrading the Economy to Increase Income of Households. With its sub-topics related to digital, green economy, sustainable agriculture, tourism, creative industries, and business services.
Industry 4.0 / Digital Economy and Talent. Topics that are very close to Penang’s economic growth and of much interest to the business community.
The Penang Transport Master Plan: Update on Latest Developments and Interaction between State and Private Sector on the implementation of the TMP.

To make the dialogue as practical as possible for the corporate sector, they have requested Y.A.B. Chief Minister to focus on what is required of (and what the opportunities are for) the private sector to assist the Penang State Government in bringing Penang 2030 to reality. Therefore (and as per the interest of the State Government), they would like to invite many representatives of the business community to attend. For those who attended the AMCHAM Penang Dialogue in September, this would be an opportunity to follow up on the progress of these issues.

The briefing will be complemented by practical input from various experts and followed by an interactive panel discussion and networking.

The panel will include:

H.E. Karin Mössenlechner (Netherlands Ambassador)
Dato’ Dr. Kenny Ooi Eng Hock (FMM Penang Chairman)
InvestPenang

This event is organized by the Malaysian Dutch Business Council (MDBC) in collaboration with The State of Penang and InvestPenang.

Further details on venue, itinerary, and panel will be provided in the reminder/update.

Guests are encouraged to submit issues and questions by Monday, 03 December 2018 so that appropriate responses may be delivered during the panel discussion. Kindly email Lewis at gr@amcham.com.my

AMCHAM and MDBC Penang Chapter are appreciative of the Chief Minister’s commitment to meet our members and many invited guests which includes several Penang Exco members, all related State agencies, trade/industry organizations, and corporate representatives in Penang). So please make a date with us on Friday 7 December! We look forward to your RSVP.

Registration – Please Read
Members of AMCHAM can register at RM150 nett per person (inclusive of coffee/ tea and finger food at the networking). Registration commits to payment; late cancellations (after Tuesday, 4 December) and no – shows will be charged RM150 nett per person (this also applies to any complimentary registrations!).

Please fill in the registration form attached and return to events@mdbc.com.my no later than Friday, 30 November (12:00noon). Alternatively, you may use the registration form below by clicking register online tab below, you acknowledge the event guidelines.

All registered guests will receive an initial acknowledgment of your registration; MDBC will send a reconfirmation will be sent latest by Wednesday, 5 December with venue details; Please contact MDBC if you do not receive this acknowledgement or reconfirmation. If fees apply (for additional members or guest registration), your registration will NOT be confirmed until we receive your payment.

For more information, please contact MDBC Secretariat at 603 – 2722 8335.

We look forward to your attendance!

CANCELED - AMCHAM Networking Cocktail On The 19th Hole
2018-12-06 18:00 - 20:00 | The Green at the Royal Selangor Golf Club, The Green at the Royal Selangor Golf Club, Jalan Kelab Golf, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 55000, Malaysia
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the AMCHAM Networking Cocktail on the 19th Hole that was to be held on Thursday, 6 December 2018 at the Royal Selangor Golf Club is now canceled.
We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

Growing Through the Cloud
2018-12-06 08:30 - 12:30 | FMM, No. 3 Persiaran Dagang PJU 9, , Bandar Sri Damansara, , Kuala Lumpur, 52200, Malaysia
*We encourage AMCHAM members to forward to your SME partners!*
The widespread availability of cloud computing services is radically reducing entry barriers for innovative companies offering new and exciting products and services within the growing digital economy. Gone are the days when startup companies need to allocate significant proportions of their initial capital to setting up their own IT system and defences. AMCHAM and MDEC, with the support of the U.S. Embassy, invite Malaysian small businesses to this half-day program which will shed light on how SMEs can use the cloud to become the giants of tomorrow!
This free-of-charge event is open to both members and non-members. The program includes speakers from local ‘success stories’ that have grown their business through the cloud, as well as experts from major U.S. tech companies to explain the cybersecurity benefits of cloud technology. It will be of particular relevance to SMEs within the manufacturing and logistics space that are interested in learning more about cloud technology.
For more information please contact lewis@amcham.com.my

AMCHAM Breakfast Talk - What's in the 2019 Finance Bill? (KUALA LUMPUR)
2018-12-05 09:00 - 10:30 | AMCHAM Executive Office, Level 10 Bangunan Faber Imperial Court Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50250, Malaysia
AMCHAM‘s Investment & Taxation Committee invites AMCHAM members to a special breakfast talk on Wednesday, December 5 from 9.00am to 10.30am at the AMCHAM Executive Office focusing on the contents of the Finance Bill 2019, which was tabled in Parliament on Monday 19 November.
The Finance Bill is the legislative instrument used to implement the announcements made in the “Budget 2019” speech made by Minister of Finance Y.B. Tuan Lim Guan Eng in Parliament on Friday 02 November. The Bill contains more details and implementation instructions than were announced in the Speech, therefore we have requested experts from AMCHAM’s Investment & Taxation Committee to help guide our members through the contents of the Bill and its implications for your business.
The KUALA LUMPUR edition of this talk is being led by AMCHAM members PwC and Wong & Partners. A light breakfast with coffee/tea will be served.
For any questions about this event please contact Lewis Walmesley-Browne, Public Affairs Manager at lewis@amcham.com.my

AMCHAM Breakfast Talk - What's In The 2019 Finance Bill? (PENANG)
2018-12-04 09:00 - 10:30 | NI Malaysia Sdn. Bhd., NI Malaysia Sdn. Bhd., No 8, Lebuh Batu Maung 1, , Bayan Lepas, Penang, 11960, Malaysia
AMCHAM‘s Investment & Taxation Committee invites AMCHAM members to a special breakfast talk on Tuesday, December 4 from 9.00am to 10.30am focusing on the contents of the Finance Bill 2019, which was tabled in Parliament on Monday 19 November. National Instruments have very kindly agreed to host this event at their facility so that members in the Bayan Lepas area can join the event with minimal travel time.
The Finance Bill is the legislative instrument used to implement the announcements made in the “Budget 2019” speech made by Minister of Finance Y.B. Tuan Lim Guan Eng in Parliament on Friday 02 November. The Bill contains more details and implementation instructions than were announced in the Speech, therefore we have requested experts from AMCHAM’s Investment & Taxation Committee to help guide our members through the contents of the Bill and its implications for your business.
The PENANG edition of this talk is being led by AMCHAM members Deloitte and Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill (LHAG). A light breakfast with coffee/tea will be served.
Please note that the registration form contains a mandatory field requesting your Passport / IC Number as well as vehicle registration number if parking is required. This information will be shared with our hosts, National Instruments to comply with security protocol. Please note that parking will not be available unless you have provided a vehicle registration number in the registration form.
For any questions about this event, please contact Lewis Walmesley-Browne, Public Affairs Manager at lewis@amcham.com.my

CANCELED - Advance your manufacturing operations and production
2018-11-29 14:00 - 15:30 | AMCHAM Executive Office, Level 10 Bangunan Faber Imperial Court Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50250, Malaysia
Due to the unforeseen circumstances that have taken place, the Spotlight Session: Advance Your Manufacturing Operations & Production that was to be held on tomorrow, 29 November 2018 at the AMCHAM Executive Office is now canceled.
We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

Luncheon with MITI Minister
2018-11-28 12:00 - 14:00 | Hilton Kuala Lumpur, Sentral Ballroom B, Level 6, Hilton Kuala Lumpur, 3 Jalan Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50470, Malaysia
AMCHAM is pleased to announce that Y.B. Datuk Darell Leiking, Minister of International Trade and Industry (MITI), has agreed to conduct a closed-door dialogue session with AMCHAM members on Wednesday, 28 November 2018 from 12.00 p.m to 2.00 p.m at the Hilton Kuala Lumpur.
This members-only program is an opportunity for AMCHAM members to better understand the strategic direction and priorities of MITI under its new leadership, and to explore how we can most effectively bring our members’ expertise to the table and provide substantive inputs to the Ministry in striving towards their objectives.
AMCHAM will take the opportunity to present to the MITI Minister the details of any outstanding policy issues and our recommendations for their resolution. MITI has traditionally been very helpful in channelling our inputs throughout the rest of the government, and collaborating with MITI has proven instrumental in resolving key issues, including Withholding Tax last year.
Our Government Relations team will be in touch shortly to get your latest updates for our inputs to the Dialogue – submissions can be sent now to gr@amcham.com.my.
We would encourage you to register early at RM350 (members only) per person to avoid disappointment as we are unable to accommodate last minute requests. Please register below – please contact Ms Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my for more information.

AMCHAM Thanksgiving & MY AMCHAM CARES Celebration 2018
2018-11-12 12:00 - 14:00 | Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, 145 Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50450, Malaysia
AMCHAM invites you to join us to celebrate Thanksgiving on Monday, November 12, 2018 from 12.00 p.m. – 2.00 p.m. (registration is from 11.15 a.m.) at the Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur. The Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur has kindly agreed to host us this year and we are excited that our guests will get a chance to experience the intimate and personalized hospitality offered by this new and prestigious development within the Golden Triangle.
Commemorating the most American of holidays will be The Honorable Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir, U.S. Ambassador to Malaysia, and Ramzi Toubassy, AMCHAM President, along with other AMCHAM Governors. You will be treated to a traditional Thanksgiving feast with all the trimmings.
This festive event is a joyous and reflective time of year where we celebrate the friendships and diversity within AMCHAM and show our gratitude for the good things in our lives. Please come and meet with members of the Chamber, local and international business leaders, and other key stakeholders within the AMCHAM community during this special meal.
Our MY AMCHAM CARES program will for the second year, recognize member companies who have demonstrated excellence in developing their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. This year, we’re proud to announce that we will be recognizing 21 member companies that have implemented best practices in creating long-term economic and social value through their corporate citizenship.
Sponsorship and corporate tables are available so kindly contact Ms. Elyna at elyna@amcham.com.my for more information.
To avoid disappointment, please register early as we are unable to accommodate last minute requests.
Ticket price:-
Member: RM300
Member Company: RM330
Non Member: RM450

Budget 2019: Sustainable Growth in New Malaysia
2018-11-08 12:00 - 14:00 | JW Marriott Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Bayu Ballroom, Level 6, JW Marriott Hotel Kuala Lumpur, 183, Jalan Bukit Bintang,, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 55100, Malaysia
You are invited to join a closed-door luncheon with Y.B. Tuan Lim Guan Eng, Minister of Finance on Thursday, 08 November from 12.00 p.m. to 2.00 p.m. at the JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur.
Coming shortly after the Budget 2019 announcement on 2 November, this exclusive, members-only program represents an excellent opportunity to hear directly from the Finance Minister about the structure and choices within the 2019 Budget and how this ties in with the government’s longer-term strategy to restore public finances, drive future investments, and ensure sustainable growth.
There will also be an opportunity to address your questions to the Minister and his team as you seek to understand the foreseen implementation of the Budget and what this means to you and your business.
REGISTRATION
We encourage you to register early to avoid disappointment as we are unable to accommodate last minute requests. Sponsorship packages and corporate tables are also available; please contact Ms Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my for more information.

InterChamber Ladies Sundowner - Halloween!
2018-10-31 18:00 - 20:30 | U-Bar, U-Bar @ Level 33, Capri by Fraser No.5, Jalan Kerinchi, Bangsar South, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 59200, Malaysia
AMCHAM in collaboration with the Malaysian-German Chamber of Commerce & Industry (MGCC) and other leading international chambers are pleased to invite you to an exclusive ladies networking event.
This ladies only session is a fun opportunity to meet the members from MGCC and other chambers and increase your business contacts. Come join us in an orange and black themed outfit to celebrate Halloween!
Register today and bring plenty of business cards! You never know if you find your next business or project, collaborator, client or customer.
Cost:-
Member and Member Company: RM140.00
We encourage you to register in advance as all walk-in guests will be charged the non-member price.
Non-Member: RM190.00
Price is inclusive of various cocktail food & free flow cocktail / mocktail throughout the event.
For further clarification, please contact Ms. Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my

Asia Remote Health & Corporate Wellness Conference 2018
2018-10-24 08:30 - 2018-10-25 17:30 | Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, 145 Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50450, Malaysia
The Asia Remote Health & Corporate Wellness Conference is back for its seventh consecutive year from 24 to 25 October 2018. This year, leading experts in the fields of health and well-being, risk management, and travel security will be gathering at the Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to bring you the 2018 edition – how investing in Health, Security and Risk Management will lead to Corporate Resilience and Sustainability for your organization. This year’s conference will address the key theme, Sustainability – specifically on Health & Well-being and Risk Management, along with sessions on Corporate Wellness, and Security across multiple industries.
International SOS Malaysia, Diamond Sponsor and AMCHAM, promotion partner for this Asia Remote Health & Corporate Wellness Conference would like to encourage members of AMCHAM to learn new trends and ideas as well as to network and to share their best practices with other organizations.
Early bird discount for AMCHAM members ends this 31st August! Type in the discount code CHAMBER18 for the 15% (before 1st Sep) or 10% off normal rates. Click here to register and to find out more information!
Please note that this Conference and its associated Masterclasses are HRDF Claimable for Malaysian companies. For more information on the HRDF scheme, please visit the HRDF website.
Should you need further information about the conference, please email at event@arhcasia.com

Members' Briefing October 2018
2018-10-23 18:00 - 20:00 | The Westin Kuala Lumpur, Straits Boardroom, Level 2, The Westin Kuala Lumpur 199, Bukit Bintang Street, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan , 55100
AMCHAM would like to invite you to AMCHAM’s Members’ Briefing on Tuesday, October 23, 2018, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the Straits Boardroom, Level 2 of The Westin Kuala Lumpur.
Registration will begin at 5.30 p.m. and AMCHAM will deliver the welcome remarks and a brief AMCHAM update. The U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur will provide an overview of the current business and economic issues impacting business in Malaysia, recent visits and activities at the US Embassy.
Members are encouraged to attend this briefing followed by networking evening as this would be an excellent opportunity to meet other fellow members and stay in tune with what’s happening on the ground as you meet with various industries.
This is a Members Only program where admission is complimentary. Due to space limitation, seats are on a first come, first serve basis so please register early.
Please note that this program is off-the-record.
For all queries, please contact Ms. Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my

CANCELED - 2018 Dialogue & Luncheon with MITI Minister
2018-10-11 12:00 - 14:00 | InterContinental Kuala Lumpur, InterContinental Kuala Lumpur, 165 Jalan Ampang, , Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, 50450, Malaysia
We regret to inform you that the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) has cancelled the Dialogue planned for Thursday, 11 October 2018.
We have been informed that the Y.B. Datuk Darell Leiking, Minister at International Trade and Industry has been called away to attend an urgent issue and will not be able to make the AMCHAM program. Y.B. Dr. Ong Kian Ming. Deputy Minister is already committed elsewhere and will also not be able to attend.
I hope you will understand that with many of these high-level meetings, we are reliant upon their schedules. Thank you for your support especially if you had provided the Chamber with your business inputs.
AMCHAM will do our utmost to secure another date so that we can hear from the Minister about the direction of investments the country is looking for and continue to build our relationship with the new government.
We apologize for the inconvenience caused and we appreciate your understanding on this matter.

2018 InterChamber Networking Golf Mixer
2018-10-10 11:00 - 14:00 | TPC Kuala Lumpur, Champions Club, TPC Kuala Lumpur, 10, 1/70 D, Off Jalan Bukit Kiara, Bukit Kiara, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 60000, Malaysia
AMCHAM is delighted to announce that this year’s Inter-Chamber Networking Golf Mixer event will take place on Wednesday, 10 October from 11.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. at the Champions Club, TPC Kuala Lumpur in conjunction with the 2018 CIMB Classic golf tournament!
The 2018 CIMB Classic is the PGA TOUR’s only FedExCup event in Southeast Asia. It is a fantastic opportunity for members to watch some of the best professional golf players in the world participating in the Pro-Am from the comfort of the Champions Club hospitality suite, located at a prime viewing position overlooking the 14th and 15th holes at the TPC KL West Course.
Cost:-
Member / Member Company: RM150
Non-Member: RM 200
Pricing inclusive of soft drinks, coffee and tea, and one alcoholic beverage (wine or beer). There will be a cash bar available to purchase additional beer, wine, and whiskey.
Each paying guest is entitled to two (2) complimentary season passes for general grounds admission to the event from Thursday, 11 to Sunday, 14 October, 2018. Total value of the season passes is RM 520!
We look forward to seeing you and your business community peers at this world-class event taking place soon.
For more information, please contact Ms Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my

An Invitation from Standard Chartered to A World of Borderless Opportunities
2018-10-10 09:30 - 12:45 | Black Kettle, 105, Beach St,Georgetown, George Town, Penang, 10300 , Malaysia
AMCHAM in support of the upcoming event organized by Standard Chartered titled “A World of Borderless Opportunities” will be held on October 10, 2018 (Wednesday) from 9:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at Black Kettle – 105, Beach St, Georgetown, 10300 George Town, Penang. Please note that this event is complimentary and strictly for members only.

Join us to find out how we can help your business develop a strong international foothold and provide bespoke solutions to meet your business needs.

Speakers
Chuah Hooi Shin, Associate Director, FM Sales
Arif Afifuddin, Director, Transaction Banking Sales
Bruce Yeow, Relationship Manager, Employee Banking

Program
09:00 – 09:30 am Registration
09:30 – 09:40 am Opening Speech with introduction of SCB
09:45 – 10:15 am Talk on Financial Market and Insight
10:15 – 10:45 am International Trade & Services/ Digital & Online Banking
10:45 – 11:00 am Q&A Session
11:00 – 11:15 am Networking (Refreshments will be served)
11:15 – 11:30 am Employee Banking Benefits
11:30 – 11:45 am Priority Banking
11:45am – 12:00 pm Q&A Session
12:00 – 12:45 pm Networking & Closing Remarks

We look forward to welcoming you at the event. Kindly RSVP to Ms. Cheong Mei Ying at
Mei-Ying.Cheong@sc.com by Friday, 5 October 2018. For more information, please call Ms Cheong at or 012-2349483. Due to seat limitation, we would like to encourage you to register early.

AMCHAM Breakfast Roundtable: Malaysia Baru First 100 Days
2018-10-05 08:45 - 10:45 | AMCHAM Executive Office, Level 10 Bangunan Faber Imperial Court Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50250, Malaysia
AMCHAM invites you to join a breakfast roundtable on Friday, 5 October from 8.45 a.m. to 10.45 a.m at the AMCHAM Executive Office, where we will be bringing together a panel of experts to assess public attitudes on a range of topics following the first 100 days in ‘Malaysia Baru‘.
Our session will begin with a keynote presentation delivered by Mr. Shahid Shayaa, CEO of Berkshire Media, a big data company specializing in social media analytics. Mr. Shahid will be sharing insights gathered through Berkshire’s ‘Social Sentiment Analysis’ that scoured social media to quantitatively measure the public pulse. Key topics covered include sentiments towards the new government’s policies on Taxes, Corruption, Employment, Consumer Prices, Personal and Retirement Savings, Toll Prices, Transportation, Fuel Prices, Property and Rental, and Food & Beverages.
We will then move to a panel discussion with specialists in brand and reputation risk management strategies and political risk analysis, which will help to locate these insights and to shed light on how companies can be incorporating knowledge of public sentiments into their own business strategies.
Seats are limited so please register soon. Tickets are priced at RM50 for members and RM75 for non members. A light breakfast will be served.
Any questions can be directed to Ms. Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my
