Law firm Azmi & Associates shares two of their newest articles both released in August 2020.
- Legal Aspects of E-Commerce in Malaysia
- Legal Regulatory Framework for Logistics Services in Malaysia
Part of the intrepid AMCHAM team led by our CEO, Ms Siobhan Das flew down to Johor to participate in the Johor Briefing & InterChamber Networking event at Puteri Harbour. This was a joint program between Malaysian Dutch Business Council (MDBC), Invest Johor and seven other Chambers, including AMCHAM. Representatives from some embassies were also able to join this program.
This event was officiated by YB Mohd Izhar Ahmad, Johor State Investment, Entrepreneur Development, Cooperatives & Human Resources Committee Chairman as the Official Representative to the Chief Minister of Johor. It was followed by a networking session at Les Bouchons Restaurant.
It was an exciting trip as we got to meet up with our member companies, network with other business chambers and government officials not to mention trying out some delicious Johor food!
Thank you to Samtec Asia Pacific (M) Sdn Bhd for their support in hosting some of the activities!
EY has released their latest tax alert issue. This issue covers new legal developments in Malaysia including:
- The Guidelines on the imposition of penalties for failure to furnish tax returns
- Management and control requirements for pure equity holding Labuan entities
- Frequently Asked Questions on International Tax Issues due to the COVID-19 Travel Restrictions
- Public Rulings and Technical Guidelines on the tax treatment of research and development (R&D) expenditure
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– Improving the financial futures and health of all Malaysians –
Providing opportunities for our customers to feel secure in their financial futures and improving the lives of Malaysians is at the core of AmMetLife’s goal for Malaysia. Besides providing financial solutions, we aim to improve the lives of Malaysians by expanding financial literacy, promoting healthy lifestyles, and increasing access to technology.
Collaborating with like-minded organizations is critical to our goal. This includes our ongoing support for Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Financial Carnival literacy campaign or promoting healthier lifestyles by collaborating with our industry peers aimed at increasing the importance of regular health screenings, we believe the collaboration will help all Malaysians to achieve financial success and live healthier lives.
The MetLife Foundation also plays a leading role for AmMetLife. In 2018, the MetLife Foundation, in collaboration with the United Nations, BNM and the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), launched a Digital Innovation Hub, aimed at helping budding entrepreneurs through the delivery of workshops, boot camps, design sprints and seed funding. Overall, the program will reach more than 200,000 Malaysians in the B40 group. This program is a result of a $3 million grant to the UN’s Capital Development Fund to launch digital innovation labs focusing on improving the financial health of low to moderate-income families in Malaysia, China, Bangladesh and Vietnam.
Most heartening is the fact that over 400 of our employees share the focus on improving lives. In 2018, our employees participated in a partnership between the MetLife Foundation and Kiva, a global organization supporting low-income entrepreneurs around the world, to provide over RM45,000 in contributions to support budding entrepreneurs.
Together we can improve the lives of all Malaysians.
For more information please visit us at https://www.metlife.com/about/corporate-responsibility/metlife-foundation/index.html
– Being a Responsible Company –
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. We have always believed Starbucks can – and should – have a positive impact on the communities we serve. One person, one cup and one neighborhood at a time.
As good neighbors, we get involved with local efforts to bring people together and create positive change whenever we can. We also share our customers’ commitment to the environment. And we believe in the importance of caring for our planet and working with and encouraging others to do the same. As a company that relies on an agricultural product, it makes good business sense. And as people living in the world, it is simply the right thing to do.
We’re also committed to buying and serving the highest-quality, responsibly grown, ethically traded coffee to help create a better future for farmers. Furthermore, inclusion and diverse experiences help create a culture of empowerment at Starbucks, and this is how the Starbucks Signing Store, the first of its kind in the world, was developed here in Malaysia.
Over the years, Starbucks Malaysia has more than 5,449 volunteers who participated in more than 43 projects, contributing more than 70,497 community service hours during its Global Month of Service (GMoS) every April, a month where Starbucks partners and customers connect to dedicate and focus on contributing back to the communities where Starbucks operates around the world.
In 2018, Starbucks Malaysia celebrated its eight annual GMoS to establish a community edible garden for Perumahan Awam Rumah Panjang Ikan Emas community in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur. More than 150 people participated, bringing together Starbucks partners, customers, non-profit organizations, civic leaders, business partners and the community members.
For more information please visit us at http://www.starbucks.com.my/responsibility
