Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, August 22, 2024 – Federal Express Corporation, one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, announced its community-driven initiative in collaboration with local non-profit Treat Every Environment Special (TrEES) to establish an urban vegetable garden to provide fresh vegetables to low-income communities in Malaysia.
For the second consecutive year, FedEx and TrEES are launching this initiative to address the lack of access to fresh and healthy food in urban areas. By converting an unused urban space into a thriving vegetable garden, the collaboration will cultivate fresh vegetables that will be delivered to those in need.
The four-month program that was kicked off on August 18 involved 18 FedEx team members who teamed up to plant, maintain and harvest approximately 6 kg of vegetables. These vegetables, alongside donations from FedEx employees, included essential items such as rice, noodles, cooking oil and spices, as well as personal care items like dental care products and sanitary pads, were delivered to beneficiaries.
“Access to nutritious food is a fundamental human right,” said Woon Tien Long, managing director, FedEx Malaysia. “Our collaboration with TrEES is a step towards ensuring that communities in need can enjoy the benefits of fresh produce. This initiative not only supports our commitment to sustainability but also strengthens community bonds.”
“We are excited to work with FedEx on this transformative project, said Leela Panikkar, director, TrEES. “Urban gardens are a powerful way to educate, inspire and feed. This project will not only provide fresh produce but also provide a platform for community education on sustainable practices and nutrition.
The 1,000-square-foot community vegetable garden in the Klang Valley, established last year through the initial collaboration, has seen over 12 types of vegetables grown and harvested. FedEx employees will remain actively involved in the program through a series of gardening activities to ensure a steady supply of fresh vegetables for beneficiaries.
This program is part of the FedEx Cares global community engagement program, underpinned by our culture value of “Committing to Do Good.” Progress in key areas of our FedEx corporate social responsibility initiatives, including pillars such as Community Engagement, Global Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Logistics, can be found in the latest FedEx Cares Report.
On 5 Aug 2024, Plexus, Teradyne, and City Council of Penang Island worked hand in hand to plant 105 trees along Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway. The team of 60 participants planted Chinese fringe flowers, orange jasmine, and palm trees in the event themed “Trees for Tomorrow: Act Now!”.
Alongside the tree planting efforts, a friendly competition was held to recognize exceptional contributions in three key areas – Neatness of Planting, Speed of Planting, and Cleanliness of Surrounding Area. Winners received a special mug each. As part of our commitment to sustainability, each participant also received a reusable water bottle filled with refreshing drinks to enjoy after the tree planting activity.
A huge thank you to everyone who participated and contributed towards a greener and more sustainable environment!
Sabah recently launched the much-anticipated Sabah Malaysia My Second Home (“Sabah-MM2H Programme”) on 30 June 2024 and started accepting applications on 1 July 2024. The Sabah-MM2H Programme is only applicable in Sabah and pass holders are not allowed to work in Malaysia. The duration of the Sabah-MM2H Programme pass is for 10 years, with the visa to be issued for an initial 5-year period, at the end of which, security and minimum stay checks will be performed before the visa for the remaining five years can be issued.
On 22 August, AMCHAM held an insightful briefing and Q&A session centered on the 2024 U.S. elections. The event illuminated the regional ramifications of the U.S. elections and their potential influence on trade in Malaysia.
Brent Buchanan, President & Founder of Cygnal, shared his expert analysis on the upcoming U.S. elections, offering an overview of the current electoral climate, the key issues at stake, voter behavior, and the trends that will likely shape the election. He also shared his perspective on what businesses in Malaysia and the region might expect as the election unfolds.
We appreciate Brent Buchanan for leading this insightful session and addressing the questions from our members.
On 21 August, AMCHAM’s CEO, Dato’ Siobhan Das was interviewed by representatives from Global Media Post Limited (GMI POST) for their Foreign Affairs Magazine.
In the interview, our CEO provided insights into AMCHAM’s overall impact on the various industries that make up its membership, with a particular focus on the semiconductor industry, which not only represents a significant portion of the Chamber’s membership but has been foundational to the growth we are witnessing today. She elaborated on how Malaysia is uniquely positioned as a skilled nation that provides opportunities for growth in high-value sectors.
She also discussed the state of the Malaysia-U.S. relationship, shared recent ongoing developments, and outlined the bright future for Malaysia and AMCHAM.
Thank you to Kristine Teves and Meca Miciano from GMI POST for the opportunity to share AMCHAM’s perspective, contribute to the global dialogue, and share the Malaysian story.
