On December 7, AMCHAM’s CEO, Dato Siobhan Das, had the honor of attending the launch of the Penang Silicon Design @5km+ initiative. Spearheaded by the Penang State Government through its lead agency, InvestPenang, this initiative is poised to revolutionize Malaysia’s semiconductor landscape and aligns fully with the National Semiconductor Strategy (NSS).

This initiative represents a transformative step into the front-end of the semiconductor value chain, accelerating advancements in artificial intelligence and cementing Malaysia’s position as a global leader in technological innovation.

For a picture perfect Christmas celebration, make reservations at EQ’s fine-dining restaurant, Sabayon, and celebrate with some of the city’s most mesmerising views. Book now for a Christmas Eve six-course dinner or Christmas dinner inspired by European festive cuisine. Or enjoy the Chalet pop-up Christmas Day buffet lunch for RM308+ per person and indulge in classic Swiss cuisine.

Welcome 2025 with tunes from the Seventies and Eighties, and a high-energy party with a countdown at EQ’s Diamond Ballroom. Happening on 31 December 2024 from 9pm onwards, the party will feature live music and DJs with just a RM138 access fee inclusive of a drink. Exclusive tables and private spaces can also be reserved.

AMCHAM is hiring for its Chamber Associates Program, a one-year rotational initiative designed to equip fresh graduates with essential skills and experiences for success in the professional world.

As a Chamber Associate, you’ll embark on a unique journey that challenges you, hones your skills, and prepares you for a successful career. This program offers hands-on exposure to the various functions within AMCHAM, including Events, Membership, Government Relations, and Communications. Along the way, you’ll gain hard and soft skills, including writing for different contexts, managing data, critical and creative thinking, and collaborating in a dynamic environment.

CXL Group, in partnership with The Learning Initiative, is bringing you a game-changing program to those daring enough to level up. Before Mars, a bold, high-octane leadership experience designed to push you out of your comfort zone and straight into greatness!

The Minister of Human Resources, Yang Berhormat Tuan Steven Sim Chee Keong launched the Guidelines for Implementation of Flexible Work Arrangements (“FWA”) published by the Department of Labour, Peninsular Malaysia (“Guidelines”).

Following the amendments which came into force on 1 January 2023, Section 60P of the Employment Act 1955 allows an employee to apply for flexible work arrangement to vary the hours of work, days of work or place of work in relation to his employment.

Motorola Solutions Malaysia has once again been selected as one of the HR Asia’s Best Companies to Work for in Asia (Malaysia Edition) for their best HR practices and high levels of employee engagement and excellent workplace cultures.

This year the company is honored to be recognized in all of the 2024 HR Asia’s Award categories:

Federal Express Corporation announced its achievement as one of the ‘Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2024’ for the fourth consecutive year, and the newly introduced ‘Sustainable Workplace Award 2024’ and ‘Happiest Workplace Certification 2024’ by HR Asia. These awards underscore the company’s unwavering commitment to fostering an exceptional workplace culture and implementing innovative practices to promote sustainability within the workplace.

Additionally, the company was also honored with the ‘2024 MY AMCHAM Cares’ award presented by the AMCHAM Malaysia for five years in a row.

In Malaysia, Budget 2025 allocated RM10 million to the National AI Office (NAIO) and US$11.2 million (RM50 million) to AI education in research universities.

Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo highlighted that these measures build on the nation’s growing digital economy, projected to contribute over 25.5 percent to GDP by 2025.

These investments underscore Malaysia’s commitment to AI leadership and talent development, key to its ASEAN chairpersonship ambitions.