AMCHAM is thrilled to announce our signature golf day, the 2024 Ambassador’s Cup, which will be held on Wednesday, 29 May 2024, at the iconic Royal Selangor Golf Club. Join us for an exhilarating day of networking and golf, which promises a perfect blend of challenges and enjoyment on the fairways and greens of one of Malaysia’s most esteemed golf clubs.

Slots are limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. Register early so you do not miss out on this exciting event! Sponsorship opportunities, including In-Kind, are available (see here); please reach out to Kevin Roch at kevin@amcham.com.my for more information.

On 16 May, Siobhan Das, CEO of AMCHAM, took part in the Opportunity ASEAN Webinar Series hosted by AmCham Thailand. This exclusive series highlights investment opportunities across ASEAN nations, with the latest session focusing on Malaysia and Indonesia.

Starting June 1, travelers from 36 low-risk countries entering Malaysia will be able to use their passports to enter the country through the autogate system, including at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) terminals 1 and 2.

Among the 36 countries were all European Union member states, as well as Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Jordan, Oman, Qatar, Canada, China, Hong Kong and Taiwan.

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) economies are expected to continue to grow but at a moderate pace, reflecting uncertainties stemming from trade protectionism, persistent inflationary pressures and geopolitical tensions.

The report noted that in 2023, APEC's gross domestic product (GDP) expanded by 3.5 per cent, outpacing the global GDP growth of 3.2 per cent. The expansion was driven by robust household spending amid high consumer confidence, government spending, a healthy services sector, and especially the solid recovery of travel and tourism.

Embark on a new era of waterside living in London Zone 2 at Canada Water!

Experience seamless connectivity with direct transport links to Canary Wharf, The City, the West End, and Shoreditch via the Jubilee line and Overground.

Seize the opportunity! Register now for our Exclusive Launch on 18th - 19th May 2024 and 25th - 26th May to find out how you can secure your dream home.

As a top investment destination for leading global companies, Greater Kuala Lumpur boasts a vibrant ecosystem with its dynamic digital talent pool, stable and supportive business environment, and world-class infrastructure that fuels cutting-edge innovations.

Listen to #InvestKLCoffeeChats with VOICE of ASEAN as Catherine Lian, General Manager & Technology Leader of IBM ASEAN, unveils why Greater Kuala Lumpur is the "best place to invest" for IBM.

In a significant milestone in the healthcare and hospitality sectors, KPJ Healthcare Berhad and Marriott International in Indonesia and Malaysia, forged a unique partnership to elevate the standard of care offered to patients and guests alike through a Memorandum of Understanding signed at The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Pacific Place in Indonesia.

With the rapid advancement of technology comes a parallel increase in cybersecurity threats and scams, posing significant challenges to finance professionals.

To shed light on this issue, The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) shared insights from industry experts, ICAEW chartered accountant Kevin Foo, FCA, who doubles as KPMG’s Head of Financial Services in Malaysia, with input from Ubaid Mustafa Qadiri, KPMG’s Technology, Risk and Cybersecurity Executive Director, as well as ICAEW member Nicholas Tay, Assistant Vice President of the Advisory team at Mizuho Bank Malaysia’ Business Coordination Planning Department.