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AMCHAM Update #139 COVID-19 Outbreak
Dear Subscriber,

During this period of the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) from 9 November until 6 December 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.
LATEST NEWS UPDATES
Malaysia Continues to be a Vibrant Manufacturing Hub
Malaysia Continues to be a Vibrant Manufacturing Hub
Malaysia continues to be a competitive location for manufacturing projects. In the first nine months of 2020, a total of 740 projects worth RM65.3 billion were approved compared with RM56.0 billion in 669 projects in the corresponding period of 2019, representing an increase of 16.6 per cent in capital investments.
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No need to use MySejahtera app if only filling fuel, paying at the pump at petrol stations
No need to use MySejahtera app if only filling fuel, paying at the pump at petrol stations
There is no need to scan the MySejahtera app when filling up fuel or making payments at the pump when at petrol stations, says Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. The Defence Minister, however, clarified that this only applied to those who made electronic payments at the pump.
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UPCOMING AMCHAM SIGNATURE EVENT
 
[POSTPONED] 2020 Thanksgiving & MY AMCHAM CARES Celebration
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Due to the recent announcement of the extension of the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) throughout most of the country until 6 December, AMCHAM has decided to postpone our much-loved Thanksgiving Luncheon to accommodate the rules around larger groups

Initially scheduled to take place on Tuesday, 24 November at Hilton Kuala Lumpur we are working with the hotel for an alternative date in mid-December. We will continue observing developments and SOPs and keep you informed.

We will continue to watch for further developments and changes in the SOPs in the coming weeks and make an informed decision closer to date about proceeding. We are hoping that come December we will all be able to safely celebrate together.

Should you have any queries, please do not hesitate to reach out to Serena at serena@amcham.com.my or Elaine at elaine@amcham.com.my
CHAMBER NEWS
New Corporate Membership Tiers 2021
New Corporate Membership Tiers 2021
If you have not renewed your membership for 2021, please do so today.

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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UPCOMING WEBINAR (NON-AMCHAM)
 
UNGCMY Virtual Sustainability Conference
23 & 24 November, 2020
23 & 24 November, 2020
While answers to when, if, and how the post-COVID era will change ASEAN remains uncertain, the challenge staring down at us is how to make the regional economic recovery from the pandemic an environmentally, economically and socially sustainable one. During the 2 days, we take a deep dive to hear from experts on why making continuous investment in sustainability is important for crisis recovery efforts in ASEAN economies, seen through the lens of Corporates and SMEs.
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MEMBER NEWS
Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine 90% effective in Phase 3 trial
Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine 90% effective in Phase 3 trial
A vaccine jointly developed by Pfizer and BioNTech was 90 percent effective in preventing COVID-19 infections in ongoing Phase 3 trials, the companies announced Monday. The statement was released as soaring coronavirus cases across the world have forced many millions of people back into lockdown, causing further damage to ravaged economies.
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Why remote working will be the new normal, even after COVID-19
Why remote working will be the new normal, even after COVID-19
COVID-19 forced companies to switch to remote working very quickly. Although this migration went reasonably well in a short period of time, there are a few pitfalls that business managers need to be aware of. After all, the implementation of remote working is broader and deeper than most organizations realize. To be successful in the long term, a structured approach is needed, together with a significant investment to change corporate culture.
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Facebook Malaysia reaffirms digital commitment towards Malaysia’s SMEs
Facebook Malaysia reaffirms digital commitment towards Malaysia’s SMEs
Facebook Malaysia’s Country Director, Nicole Tan has expressed the platform’s commitment towards fast forwarding Malaysia’s digital progress through small medium enterprises (SMEs) during the Facebook Summit 2020. “We know the pandemic has hit the smallest businesses the hardest. However, with Facebook tools, they have also managed to leverage on opportunities throughout these unprecedented times,” she said.
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MDEC CEO: MTM 2020 to set stage for digital-led economic growth
MDEC CEO: MTM 2020 to set stage for digital-led economic growth
Malaysia Digital Economy Corp (MDEC) CEO Surina Shukri said today its Malaysia Tech Month 2020 (MTM 2020), which serves as a strategic extension of the government’s continued push to develop and sustain a vibrant digital economy, will help to set the stage for digital-led economic growth, including attracting critical investments for the digital and technology sectors.
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FACTS AND INSIGHTS
4 lessons from nature to build a circular economy
4 lessons from nature to build a circular economy
The circular economy is one of the few disruptive concepts with universal appeal - with business leaders, investors, activists, economists and environmentalists. While gaining in populatity, the concepts of circularity have been around for centuries – from regenerative agriculture and bartering, to repair and reuse, to renewable energy and plant-based meat alternatives.
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CORPORATE PARTNERS 2020
 
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