EUROCHAM Malaysia CEO, Mr. Sven Schneider and the team attended the second discussion on the adoption of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) for the manufacturing sector, organised and chaired by YBhg Dato’ Sri Norazman Ayob, Deputy Secretary General, Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI)  on January 12, 2023.

The meeting is a continuation of the discussions that occurred on September 6, 2022, focused on the adoption of an ESG framework. This is in line with the Government’s target to become a net-zero carbon emission by 2050 under the 12th Malaysian Plan.

The discussion highlighted the importance of the manufacturing sector in achieving such targets as the sector is a major contributor to the country’s economic growth and development as well as Malaysia’s export earnings. Furthermore, it also focused on the eleven guidelines provided by Bursa which companies have to comply with, most especially when it comes to their Sustainability Reporting. The Ministry emphasised the importance of ESG compliance in the further development and growth of the country, especially when it comes to trading with other nations that adhere to stringent ESG standards and regulations.

On behalf of our fellow member the International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL), we would like to share that ISKL will be organising their January 2023 Open Day!

Come and experience the ISKL educational approach at the Open Day this February!

The Open Day is a fantastic opportunity to:

🐾 Meet with the Head of School and divisional Principals

🐾 Chat with the faculty and community members in a Q&A session

🐾 Explore the benefits of ISKL's curriculum and approach

🐾 Take a tour of the state-of-the-art campus with the STARs - Student Admissions Representatives

🐾 and so much more!

On Jan 1, 2023, Sweden assumed the role of Council of the European Union president.

The council presidency rotates among EU member states every six months, much like Asean where the chairmanship rotates every one year, and Indonesia has just assumed the chair for this year.

Having Sweden as the EU council president of the EU Council coincides with an upswing in the relationship between the EU and Malaysia.

Trade and investments are picking up, people-to-people relations are starting anew as countries have been opening up after the pandemic.

On Dec 14, last year, the EU and Malaysia signed a Partnership and Cooperation Agreement that will serve as a springboard for expanded relations in the years to come.

Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) and Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) are pleased to announce the launch of a free online academic programme on digital technologies and 5G for all students at the tertiary level nationwide. The ‘MY5G Ericsson Malaysia Pioneers Programme’, which will be live online from 11 January 2023 onwards, serves DNB’s objective of contributing to the development of tech talent throughout the country. This is a crucial step towards the realisation of a fully fledged 5G-enabled technology ecosystem and is in line with Malaysia’s long-term digital economy aspirations. 

As 5G catalyses the country’s socioeconomic transformation, the technology is also shaping the future of education, now more than ever. Developing future leaders – the beneficiaries of 5G – requires providing access to tools and materials for the next generation. There is a need to cultivate a new generation of independent and self-motivated learners. 

This programme is the first customised learning course on 5G and digital technologies offered by Ericsson at a nationwide level.  Specially curated for Malaysian students, the programme will deliver 42 hours of learning content that is designed to raise digital skills, knowledge, and awareness of emerging technologies. This will allow students to develop the skills and competencies they need to meet the rapidly changing skill requirements in today's increasingly digital world.

On behalf of our fellow member Marlborough College Malaysia, we would like to extend an invitation to the upcoming Singapore Admissions Event.

Discover the benefits of a Marlborough education at one of their Admission Events this January.

Date: Tuesday, 16th January 2024

Time: 5:30 PM

Venue: Marlborough College Malaysia

The Department of Labour Peninsular Malaysia has released the following Employment Act (Amendment) 2022.

Please refer to the Employment Act here: