| AMCHAM Update #132 COVID-19 Outbreak |
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Dear Subscriber,
During this period of the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) from 27 October 2020 until 9 November 2020, AMCHAM will once again be bringing you daily updates on the latest COVID-19 developments, which includes the efforts of Government and initiatives from other bodies and organizations. |
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| In Reference to the statement issued by The Center for Market Education (CME), the Ministry of Human Resources (MOHR) wishes to clarify on the arising concerns in relation to the employment and re-employment of foreign workers and expatriates. The reason for the mandatory condition to announce a vacancy on the, MYFutureJobs, for a period of at least 30 days stems from the Government mandate to facilitate the recruitment of local talent and to ensure local job seekers are given priority for any job opportunity. |
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| The Johor Baru district has been declared a red zone after the number of COVID-19 cases surpassed 40 in the span of 14 days. Johor health and environment committee chairman R. Vidyananthan said monitoring and surveillance efforts would be boosted because of an expected increase in the number of cases in the near future. |
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| UPCOMING AMCHAM SIGNATURE EVENT |
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| UPCOMING WEBINAR (AMCHAM-MEMBER) |
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| Malaysia COVID-19 Situation Update: Ensuring Workforce Resilience |
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| Malaysia is currently braving through its third wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Just as the nation was beginning to resume normality in business and lifestyle, the daily spikes in confirmed cases returned higher than before. Are we back to square one? Or are we better prepared and equipped now? What is the current situation in Malaysia and what can we expect in the months to come? From a business perspective, how do you ensure the resilience of your workforce? To address these concerns, join Dr Chan Yanjun, Medical Director for Malaysia and James Robertson, Security Director, Australasia from International SOS on 2 November. Click on the 'Read More' tab to register. |
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| Looking to join AMCHAM? Learn more about our tiered membership*!
We invite you to consider supporting a strong Chamber by selecting a membership tier that deepens your engagement with AMCHAM. Basic membership starts with a minimum investment of RM6,000* for year-long benefits, levels increase to up to Platinum! Contact us today at membership@amcham.com.my or click on the 'Read More' tab for more information
*New members are subject to a RM1000 joining fee. |
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| Cleantech Solar announced the execution of a long-term solar power purchase agreement (PPA) with Osotspa Public Company Limited, Thailand’s leading consumer products manufacturer and distributor, for a combined 3 MW solar PV system on Osotspa’s five factories across Thailand. The rooftop solar PV systems will be financed, designed, installed, maintained and operated by Cleantech Solar for the full term of the agreement. |
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| 2020 has been a year filled with ups and downs for many organisations. While no one can predict with confidence what the future will hold, it is critical for companies to be sensitive to the changing needs of consumers. Companies should not lose sight of their purpose and responsibility (Corporate Social Responsibility/CSR) as a corporate citizen and continue to chart a sustainable path for growth on the road ahead. |
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| LeadWomen and UN Women invite 300 Malaysian companies to commit to gender equality |
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AMCHAM are excited to announce its partnership with LeadWomen and UN Women, as one of the supporting organizations for the upcoming WEPs Malaysia Activator Campaigns.
This program will commence from November 2020 until September 2021 and is expected to engage 300 companies to commit to gender equality by becoming signatories of the Women Empowerment Principles (WEPs). |
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| Even as nations around the world fight a recent rise in the number of COVID-19 cases, responses to our latest McKinsey Global Survey on economic sentiment suggest that executives’ views have largely held steady from September. Outlooks on the economy and company prospects have remained more positive than negative, though optimism on the global economy has tempered |
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