On February 27, AMCHAM hosted a webinar on “Understanding the New U.S. Administration”, to explore the policy shifts and executive actions shaping both domestic and international business landscapes in President Trump’s second term.

Expert speakers Alex Tarascio (Cygnal) and Terry Haines (Pangea Policy) provided valuable insights into key policy priorities, their potential impact on businesses in Asia, and evolving public sentiment in the U.S. The discussion allowed attendees to gain a deeper understanding of the latest ongoing policy developments and directly engage with the experts.

A special thank you to our speakers for sharing their expertise on such a significant topic!

On February 25, AMCHAM hosted our Johor InterChamber Networking event at Amari Hotel Johor Bahru, in collaboration with three business chambers: Malaysia Dutch Business Council (MDBC), CCI France Malaysia (CCIFM), and Malaysia Australia Business Council (MABC).

The event provided a dynamic platform for members to connect, exchange ideas, and strengthen professional relationships, all while enjoying great food and drinks.

A sincere thank you to our partnering Chambers and Amari Hotel Johor Bahru for their support in making this gathering a success. We look forward to the next InterChamber Networking event!

On February 25, AMCHAM, in collaboration with TalentCorp, hosted an in-person briefing at Amari Hotel Johor Bahru for our Johor members on the newly introduced 1:3 Internship Policy.

The session provided clarity on the policy’s implications for the hiring ratio of interns to Expatriates within the local workforce landscape.

The team from TalentCorp courtesy of Keeran (VP, Business Strategy-Internship Facilitation), Mohamad Nazib Suliman (Sector Head of Southern Region) and Ziti Aiman Ahmad Zaki (Assistant VP II), delivered an in-depth presentation on the policy’s objectives, implementation framework, and expected positive impacts. Attendees gained valuable insights and had the opportunity to raise their questions and concerns.

We extend our appreciation to TalentCorp and our members for making this session an engaging one.

On February 18, 2025, AMCHAM engaged in a productive dialogue with YB Nik Nazmi, Minister of Natural Resources, Environment, and Sustainability (NRES), alongside the Minerals and Geosciences Division, to explore Malaysia’s evolving role in the critical minerals and rare earth sector.

This discussion deepened our understanding of the industry’s landscape and identified avenues where AMCHAM can provide meaningful support.

As Malaysia moves toward becoming a leading player in the critical minerals and rare earth industry, AMCHAM remains committed to fostering collaboration and driving sustainable progress.

On February 21, 2025, AMCHAM’s Human Capital Committee held an engaging webinar on Risk-Proofing the Workplace: Policy Awareness & Dispute Prevention.

Led by Yen Shen Chau (Principal Associate, Halim Hong & Quek) and moderated by Andrew Lee (Co-Founder, Revo), the session delved into policy development, misconduct handling, money lending, sexual harassment prevention, risk management and disciplinary measures. Through real-life case studies, attendees gained actionable insights into preventing workplace disputes.

The interactive Q&A allowed participants to get expert guidance on key concerns. Thank you to our esteemed speakers and attendees for making this session a success!