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AMCHAM Update #333 COVID-19 Outbreak
Dear Subscriber,

During this period of lockdowns due to the COVID-19 pandemic, AMCHAM will be bringing you daily updates on the latest COVID-19 developments, which includes Government-issued orders, regulations, and SOPs as well as initiatives from related bodies and organizations.
CHAMBER NEWS
Managing Vaccinated & Unvaccinated at the Workplace
Managing Vaccinated & Unvaccinated at the Workplace
As Malaysia prepares to transition to a nationwide endemic phase, employers are exploring ways to enable a safe Return to Work. A critical concern on employers’ minds is the management of unvaccinated and vaccinated employees at the workplace.
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AMCHAM SPOTLIGHT
Understanding Cloud Decisions to Maximize Efficiency and Productivity
Understanding Cloud Decisions to Maximize Efficiency and Productivity

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Sep 8, 2021
(10 AM - 11:30 AM) (GMT+8)
AMCHAM Spotlight is a unique and interactive event platform for companies to highlight their brand and showcase particular products or services to an exclusive audience within the AMCHAM membership.

Interested? Please email our events team at events@amcham.com.my.
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HR minister: Employers to be supplied with COVID-19 antigen rapid test kits
HR minister: Employers to be supplied with COVID-19 antigen rapid test kits
The Human Resource Ministry through the Social Security Organisation (SOCSO) will supply COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test Kits (RTK) to employers to facilitate the Recovery Phase COVID-19 Screening Programme on employees. The employers are responsible for coordinating the implementation of the screening process with clinics, hospitals or trained doctors of their choice.
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VACCINATION NEWS
Walk-in COVID-19 vaccination kicks off in Penang tomorrow (Sept 8)
Walk-in COVID-19 vaccination kicks off in Penang tomorrow (Sept 8)
Walk-in COVID-19 vaccination will kick off in 10 vaccination centres (PPV) in Penang beginning tomorrow, September 8 The walk-in vaccination is only open to Malaysians aged 18 and above. The PPVs on the island designated for walk-ins are the SPICE Convention Centre (SPICE CC), Sungai Nibong 'pesta' ground and the Balik Pulau Sports Complex.
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Almost 70% of Malaysia's adult population fully vaccinated
Almost 70% of Malaysia's adult population fully vaccinated
A total of 68.8 per cent of the adult population in the country, or 16,107,712 individuals, have completed their COVID-19 vaccination as of Monday (Sept 6). A total of 313,751 doses of the vaccines were dispensed under the National COVID-19 Immunisation Programme Monday, with 132,640 doses to the first dose recipients and 181,111 doses as the second dose.
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UPCOMING WEBINAR (AMCHAM-MEMBER)
Deloitte Academy Webinar | Accounting and recognition of deferred taxation
Deloitte Academy Webinar | Accounting and recognition of deferred taxation
This webinar, to be held on 7 October 2021 (1.30p.m. – 5.30p.m.) aims to provide a fundamental understanding of the complexities of MFRS 112 related to the principles of deferred taxation, tax bases and temporary differences, recognition, measurement, and disclosure of deferred taxation. The interactive session will also include live Q&A, self-assessment quizzes, quick polls/surveys, and feedback on learning outcomes achieved.
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MEMBER NEWS
AmMetLife Insurance Berhad collaborates with Food Aid Foundation in providing food supplies to families affected by COVID-19
AmMetLife Insurance Berhad collaborates with Food Aid Foundation in providing food supplies to families affected by COVID-19
AmMetLife Insurance Berhad (AmMetLife) has collaborated with Food Aid Foundation to provide food supplies to families who are affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Foundation works with charities in Penang, Kedah, Negeri Sembilan and Sarawak through its “Food Bags for the Needy” programme, which reaches the underserved communities from rural areas, charity homes, and homeless shelters.
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Lam Research International Sdn Bhd donates 3 Bedside Monitors to the Hospital Bukit Mertajam COVID Ward
Lam Research International Sdn Bhd donates 3 Bedside Monitors to the Hospital Bukit Mertajam COVID Ward
Lam Research continues to support frontliners fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. This time they donated three Bedside Monitors to the Bukit Mertajam Hospital in Penang.

Well done Lam Research! A much needed contribution as we still have a high number of daily cases.
EY Tax Alert No. 18/2021
EY Tax Alert No. 18/2021
EY has released its latest tax alert issue No. 18/2021. This issue covers:
  • Ministry of Finance issues Pre-Budget Statement and seeks public feedback for Budget 2022
  • Tax incentive for tour operators extended
  • Extension of time for submission of tax returns under the Labuan Business Activity Tax Act 1990 (LBATA) for YA 2021
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FACTS AND INSIGHTS
COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on 6 September
COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on 6 September
This daily round-up brings you a selection of the latest news and updates on the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, as well as tips and tools to help you stay informed and protected. Confirmed cases of COVID-19 have passed 220.6 million globally, according to Johns Hopkins University. The number of confirmed deaths stands at more than 4.56 million. More than 5.46 billion vaccination doses have been administered globally, according to Our World in Data.
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