SC Johnson Malaysia recently partnered with the MyKasih Foundation to assist 80 families from the district of Jeli, Malaysia, who were impacted by severe floods in December. SCJ provided funds through a cashless payment system so families could purchase essential food items, basic necessities and school supplies from an extensive network of retail partners.
This direct cash aid lets recipients choose for themselves the items they need and purchase them only when needed, minimizing food waste and removing the health and safety risks of social workers and volunteers having to procure, pack and deliver food aid.
On 15 Feb 2025, Plexus Malaysia proudly hosted a Mock Check Presentation and Fun Day for children from Friends of Childhood Cancer Northern Malaysia (FOCCAN) and Pusat Jagaan Sinar Ceria. As part of the Plexus 2024 Global Charitable Giving Program, Plexus Malaysia donated RM19,750 to FOCCAN and RM13,150 to Pusat Jagaan Sinar Ceria.
The event was filled with joy as 35 children, along with their parents and caretakers, enjoyed a day of activities such as sand art painting, batik painting, cornhole game, and magic show.
The 30 Plexus volunteers that helped during the event also made the day extra special!
BANDAR RIMBAYU, Selangor, February 12, 2025 – Oasis International School (OIS), in collaboration with Entomal Biotech and IJM Land, hosted Sustainable Solutions, an event showcasing innovative food waste management practices. The event brought together representatives from Bioeconomy Corporation, Entomal Biotech, PPD Kuala Langat, IJM Corporation, IJM Land, and Global Comm, emphasizing the role of organizations in promoting environmental responsibility.
During the event, high school students Grace Han and Teck Chee Tan presented on the global food waste crisis and how OIS is tackling it through a sustainable food waste processing system, student-led urban farming, vermiculture and campus-wide composting.
Entomal Biotech gave a tour of the school cafeteria’s waste collection system and the Entomal Mobile Bio-Conversion (EMBC) System, a cutting-edge innovation housed in a shipping container that uses Black Soldier Fly larvae to convert food waste into valuable resources.
Representatives from Oasis International School, Bioeconomy Corporation, Entomal Biotech, PPD Kuala Langat, IJM Corporation, IJM Land, and Global Comm learn about the food waste transformation at the EMBC.
Entomal and IJM Land aim to expand similar sustainability initiatives across the Klang Valley, with Oasis International School leading the way as the first institution to implement this innovative food waste processing system. This collaboration seeks to inspire more organizations to adopt effective waste management solutions and contribute to a more sustainable future.
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, February 13, 2025 – Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, has expanded FedEx® International Connect Plus (FICP), its international, day-definite, e-commerce shipping service, in Malaysia. Previously available for e-tailers operating within Asia Pacific, the service now empowers Malaysia-based e-tailers with a reliable and cost-effective shipping solution to key destinations in the U.S. and Europe.
The expanded coverage of FICP aligns with the company’s commitment to support the growth of cross-border e-commerce from Asia to the U.S. and Europe. This initiative addresses the needs of Malaysian e-tailers who are increasingly seeking diversified and cost-effective solutions to meet their customers’ evolving demands. Malaysia’s e-commerce market is projected to reach approximately USD 15 billion by 2027.[1]Government initiatives such as the National eCommerce Strategic Roadmap and the establishment of Digital Free Trade Zones have played an instrumental role in empowering local small-and-medium enterprises (SMEs) and facilitating cross-border e-commerce, fuelling growth in this sector.[2]
Key benefits of FICP for e-tailers and their customers include:
- Greater value– FICP allows businesses to enjoy greater savings at competitive day-definite transits and provide their customers greater value by matching attractive prices with their specific delivery needs.
- Flexibility and control– Besides home delivery, the FICP service enables e-tailers to give their end customers the flexibility to pick up their package from hundreds of available pick-up locations, and the option to change delivery date and location.
- Seamless Integration– Both online and offline shipping automation solutions are available for e-tailers to enjoy a paperless experience.
- Peace of mind– FedEx’s extensive parcel tracking capabilities give e-tailers and customers visibility throughout the entire delivery journey.
“This service enhancement reinforces our commitment to supporting Malaysian SMEs, the backbone of the nation’s economy, by providing a reliable and cost-effective shipping solution tailored to their cross-border needs,” said Tien Long Woon, managing director of FedEx Malaysia. “As more and more local businesses look into expanding their presence to foreign markets, our extensive network and smart digital tools are helping them overcome logistical challenges, scale their businesses and deliver exceptional value to their customers worldwide.”
FedEx provides end-to-end e-commerce solutions that make order fulfilment easy and efficient for merchants while offering convenience and reliability for customers receiving deliveries. FICP comes with the reliability of FedEx international, day-definite delivery service, coupled with its customs clearance expertise. It is further supported with capabilities including tracking, sending notifications to recipients, and flexible delivery options and visibility features via FedEx Delivery Manager® International.
FICP also offers Picture Proof of Delivery to provide visual confirmation of delivery and reassure recipients that their package has been delivered, even when they may not be at home to receive it.
[1] https://www.statista.com/statistics/1478292/malaysia-e-commerce-market-size-projections/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
[2] https://www.trade.gov/country-commercial-guides/malaysia-ecommerce?utm_source=chatgpt.com
The Minister of Communications has, by notification in the Federal Gazette, appointed 11 February 2025 as the date on which the Communications and Multimedia (Amendment) Act 2025 (“Amendment Act”) comes into force except for section 92 (prohibition of sending of unsolicited commercial electronic messages) and section 112 (preservation and disclosure of communications data by police or authorised officer) of the Amendment Act, which will come into force at a later date to be appointed by the Minister of Communications.
On 7 January 2025, the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) agreement was officially signed. The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) has since released more details on the JS-SEZ, including focus sectors, flagship areas and special tax incentive packages.
In this alert, Wong & Partners highlight the key tax incentives and opportunities arising from the JS-SEZ relevant to businesses and investors
