US House lawmakers voted on Wednesday (Feb 12) to reject Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canadian goods, sweeping aside the president’s last-gasp threat of election consequences for Republicans to deliver a rare rebuke on his signature economic policy.
The measure brought by Democrats was approved 219-211, with six Republicans joining the effort. It remains largely a symbolic move.
The House can consider measures to end the national emergencies Trump declared last year to impose sweeping tariffs on imports from various countries.
But any action aimed at undoing Trump’s tariffs on Canada and other trading partners will still need US Senate passage and the president’s signature.
Skrine has released 2 articles on 4 February, 2026. Click on the links below to read the article(s).
On Monday, 9 February 2026, AMCHAM hosted its Welcome Back Cocktails 2026 in Penang, bringing together leaders from member companies, partners, and friends from the Penang business community.
The event created a relaxed platform for new conversations, meaningful connections, and collaboration among members. During the evening, AMCHAM’s CEO, Dato’ Siobhan Das, shared her well wishes for the year ahead while highlighting the importance of further strengthening the membership community.
In light of the upcoming Chinese New Year celebration, members also participated in a yee sang tossing for a prosperous year ahead. The evening was marked by lively interactions and warm camaraderie, setting the stage for a dynamic and impactful 2026!
On 5 February 2026, AMCHAM’s Johor Network (AJN) convened members for a dialogue with the Iskandar Regional Development Authority (IRDA) to discuss key opportunities and operational challenges faced by members within the state of Johor.
The discussion enabled open dialogue and thoughtful exchange, resulting in valuable insights and actionable outcomes for members.
We thank Gerald Woo, Vice President of Economics & Investments, and Daisy Harry, Vice President of Strategic Communications, IRDA, for their contributions and engagement throughout this insightful session.
AMCHAM’s Member Feature Series spotlights the various member companies of the Chamber and offers a platform for leaders to share their perspectives on being part of AMCHAM’s leadership network.
In this edition, we’re proud to feature a Basic Member, Riswan Sipayung, Country Director, Dow. See his responses below.
1. What inspired Dow to join AMCHAM?
Dow is a member of AMCHAM in many countries in which it operates. AMCHAM provides a platform for U.S. companies to shape policy and regulatory outcomes through direct access to the governments and the U.S. Embassy, ensuring our operations remain agile and compliant in a dynamic regulatory landscape. AMCHAM also provides us with the opportunity to strengthen networks and gain insights across industries.
2. In what ways has AMCHAM made a difference for your business?
Having been in Malaysia for 60 years, we appreciate our longstanding partnership with AMCHAM and recognize the value of this platform in promoting the exchange of information and experiences among U.S. companies. The team in AMCHAM Malaysia has been great to work with.
3. What advice would you share with new or prospective members looking to get involved?
AMCHAM is a well-established network and an excellent place to get a head start in building professional relationships.
On 5 February 2026, AMCHAM hosted the Johor InterChamber Networking event at DoubleTree by Hilton Johor Bahru, in collaboration with the Malaysian Dutch Business Council (MDBC) and the Malaysia Australia Business Council (MABC).
The evening brought together members from all three Chambers for meaningful connections, idea exchange, and relationship-building in a vibrant networking setting, complemented by excellent food and drinks.
We extend our sincere appreciation to our partner Chambers and DoubleTree by Hilton Johor Bahru for their support in making this event a success, and we look forward to the next InterChamber Networking event!
