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AMCHAM Update #556
Dear Subscriber,
CHAMBER NEWS
AMCHAM/Energy Transition Committee (ETC)’s Courtesy Visit to Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry
AMCHAM/Energy Transition Committee (ETC)’s Courtesy Visit to Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry
On February 4, 2025, AMCHAM’s Energy Transition Committee (ETC) met with MITI’s Delivery Management Unit (DMU) to discuss Malaysia’s decarbonization efforts, focusing on CCUS developments by AMCHAM members, including GE Vernova, ExxonMobil, Baker Hughes, and Wong & Partners.

Key topics included the high costs of CCUS implementation in Malaysia—the importance of localization, and hydrogen’s potential as a renewable energy source.
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UPCOMING WEBINAR EXCLUSIVE FOR AMCHAM MEMBERS
Industry Feedback on the 1:3 Internship Policy (Pilot Phase) & Online Briefing
Industry Feedback on the 1:3 Internship Policy (Pilot Phase) & Online Briefing
AMCHAM, in collaboration with TalentCorp, is pleased to invite members to an exclusive briefing session on the new 1:3 Internship Policy.

This webinar will take place on Monday, February 10, 2025, at 10:00 AM and will provide an in-depth understanding of the policy’s impact on expatriate hiring and local talent development.
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UPCOMING WEBINAR (OPEN TO MEMBERS AND NON-MEMBERS)
Risk-Proofing the Workplace: Policy Awareness & Dispute Prevention for Employers & Employees
Risk-Proofing the Workplace: Policy Awareness & Dispute Prevention for Employers & Employees

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Feb 21, 2025
(10:30 AM - 11:30 AM) (GMT+8)
WE'RE HIRING
Senior Executive - Administration
Senior Executive - Administration
We’re looking for a Senior Executive – Administration to handle essential daily administrative tasks and ensure the smooth running of our office operations.

This role involves office logistics, finance management, compliance, and supporting HR processes, all while fostering a productive and organized workplace. The ideal candidate will have exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset.
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AMCHAM IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
EEA Awards
EEA Awards
Does your company have what it takes to bag an award for your export achievements?

You might already qualify for the Export Excellence Awards if you answered ‘yes’ to the criteria above!

As a winner of the awards, you will gain national recognition for your export success, enhance your reputation with the relevant stakeholders and have your achievements celebrated among fellow Malaysian exporters.

What are you waiting for? Submit your export story today!
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MEMBER NEWS
SC Johnson - Community Efforts
SC Johnson - Community Efforts
SC Johnson has been making a difference since 1937, pledging 5% of its pre-tax profits to charitable initiatives. In just the past decade, the company has invested more than $300 million in supporting families, empowering communities, and driving environmental progress. Today, SC Johnson’s community efforts continue to center on sustainability, health, and expanding opportunities worldwide.
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FedEx Accelerates Delivery of Import Shipments to Johor
FedEx Accelerates Delivery of Import Shipments to Johor
Federal Express Corporation (FedEx) is enhancing its inbound shipping service to better serve customers importing into Johor. Importers and local businesses now receive their packages two hours earlier for inbound shipments from Asia, Europe, and the U.S.

Businesses in Johor can now enjoy more convenient delivery schedules. Import shipments from Asia, Europe, and the U.S. into Johor are now routed to the FedEx Gateway in Singapore before journeying to the FedEx Senai Gateway, offering customers the benefits of direct clearance at Senai customs
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Sneak Peek: Concessionary tax rates for Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone
Sneak Peek: Concessionary tax rates for Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone
It may be recalled that in its coverage of the launch of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (“JSSEZ”) on 7 January 2025, the Edge had reported that “A special corporate tax rate will be given to companies that undertake new investments and value added activities within the JS-SEZ, and a special personal income tax rate will be announced at a later date by the Malaysian ministry of finance.”
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Visa announces Previn Pillay as new Country Manager for Malaysia
Visa announces Previn Pillay as new Country Manager for Malaysia
Visa, the world’s leader in digital payments, has appointed Previn Pillay as its new Country Manager for Malaysia. A seasoned leader with 18 years of experience, Previn has held leadership roles across Asia Pacific and CEMEA.

Most recently, he led Merchant Sales & Acquiring for Asia Pacific, overseeing regional and local teams managing Visa’s strategic merchant and acquiring partnerships.
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