AMCHAM Malaysia (American Malaysian Chamber of Commerce)

AMCHAM’s new Bronze member, Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur, officially opened its doors on December 18, 2024. The 312-room hotel opens its doors as a unique platform for discovering Malaysia’s cultural legacy through immersive spaces, curated experiences, and opportunities to connect with local communities in a deeper way. Congratulations to Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur on the grand opening of your hotel! We are excited to see this fantastic addition to the city and look forward to collaborating with you in the near future. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gnTvzyGs #HyattCentric #KL #KualaLumpur #CityCenter #NewHotel

AS competition in the artificial intelligence (AI) chip market heats up among semiconductor giants such as Nvidia Corp, Advanced Micro Devices Inc (AMD) and Intel Corp, one company stands to gain regardless of who the winner of the chip battle is — Micron Technology Inc. Positioned as a critical supplier of memory and storage solutions, American chip giant Micron benefits from the industry-wide demand for the high-performance components essential to AI systems. Amarjit Singh Sandhu, Corporate Vice-President of assembly and test NAND operations for Micron (Singapore and Malaysia), says devices such as smartphones and laptops need different types of semiconductors to build a system. Read More: https://lnkd.in/g8sMWT4Z #Micron #Chips #Semiconductor #AI

Join us on 13 January 2025 for AMCHAM's Welcome Back Cocktails — a fantastic opportunity to catch up with fellow members and find out what's in store for 2025! Steven Okun,Senior Advisor of Kroll, CEO of APAC Advisors, and Head of External Affairs for the American Association of the Indo-Pacific, will be attending as our guest. He will share his thoughts on U.S. President-Elect Donald Trump, before inauguration, providing valuable perspectives on the potential impact on the U.S. business community in Asia. Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gXYATRGv #WelcomeBackCocktails #Networking #USPresident #NewYear

One more Christmas gift box arrived! This one is from EQ Kuala Lumpur. Thank you so much! Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year from the AMCHAM team! #Christmas #Christmas2024 #ChristmasPresent #MerryChristmas #HappyNewYear

On December 13, AMCHAM had the pleasure of hosting a group of students from The Rinker School of Business for an Academic Briefing, featuring a guest speaker, Nadia Alias, International Marketing Manager at Turner International. The session is to provide American students insight into how American companies navigate and operate within the Malaysian business environment. To begin the session, AMCHAM provided an overview of the chamber’s mission and operations, focusing on our vital role in advocacy and government relations. We highlighted the key initiatives and strategic efforts we employ to support our members and strengthen the American business community in Malaysia. In her session, Nadia began by showcasing Turner International’s involvement in some of the world’s most iconic and complex buildings, with several of these landmark projects proudly located in Malaysia. She also offered a unique perspective on working within an American multinational corporation (MNC), and navigating the workspace in both Southeast Asian and American settings. Nadia's perspective added a practical dimension to the briefing, highlighting the complexities of managing cross-cultural and multinational operations. We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to The Rinker School of Business for their interest in understanding the work that AMCHAM does and to our guest speaker, Nadia Alias, for sharing valuable insights during today’s Academic Briefing. #University #MNCs #AcademicBriefing #SoutheastAsia

On December 12th, AMCHAM proudly hosted the dynamic year-end meeting of the Energy Transition Committee (ETC) at the AMCHAM’s office! We were thrilled to welcome Krishnakumar as the new Chair, guiding the committee into an exciting future. The meeting was a powerhouse of ideas, featuring highly productive discussions on shaping the ETC’s strategic vision and bold plans for 2025. It was inspiring to see members align on pivotal focus areas such as hydrogen innovation, carbon capture advancements, and cutting-edge data management—key pillars of Malaysia's energy transition journey. As we look ahead, the ETC is set to amplify its impact, harnessing the expertise and resources of its diverse member companies. With a focus on advocacy, collaboration, and innovative solutions, the committee is confident to drive transformative progress. Here’s to an exciting 2025 filled with meaningful action and sustainable achievements! Krishnakumar (KK) PG, Justin Nga, GE Vernova Mohan Gurusamy, Cameron Millard, U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur Syahril Hussin, Sukiman Mohamed, ExxonMobil Sashvin raj, Muhammad Iqhwan Ahmad Zaki Zainuddin, Baker Hughes #AMCHAM #EnergyTransition #MalaysiaDecarbonization #SustainabilityLeadership

Day 2: Down to the Beach! Taking advantage of a break in the rain, AMCHAM headed to the beach from some team games! The theme once again emphasized the importance of communication with a treasure hunt game featuring a tunnel-visioned seeker relying entirely on their partner’s instructions. Thank you Caitlyn for creating this fun and engaging activity for the team! #AMCHAMRetreat #Creativity #Communication #Teamwork

Day 1: Making My Imprint Creativity is Silence. Testing our communication skills, we kicked off the AMCHAM staff retreat by creating a team painting without speaking, using only one paintbrush at a time! Unexpected results but hilarious as we all tried to guess how the last image reimagined the final image. We celebrated each individual’s contributions to the team’s overall artwork! This activity set an inspiring tone for what’s ahead! #AMCHAMRetreat #Teamwork #Reflection #contribution #pangkorisland

A significant milestone for Malaysia’s semiconductor and AI industries unfolded today, December 7, as Prime Minister YAB Dato’ Seri Utama Anwar Ibrahim and Penang Chief Minister YAB Chow Kon Yeow officially launched the “Penang Silicon Design @5km+” initiative. Spearheaded by the Penang State Government through its agency, InvestPenang, this transformative project includes unveiling GBS TechSpace, a Silicon Research & Incubation Space, alongside RM60 million in incentives to bolster the semiconductor ecosystem. With over 40 IC design firms now based in Penang, the initiative positions the state as a global innovation hub, benchmarking against Silicon Valley and Taiwan. Key dignitaries graced the launch, including YB Senator Datuk Seri Utama Tengku Zafrul Aziz, Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI); YB Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan, Minister of Finance II; YB Steven Sim, Minister of Human Resources; and YB Puan Lim Hui Ying, Deputy Minister of Finance. Dato’ Siobhan Das Bachran, CEO of AMCHAM, attended as a guest, underscoring the importance of public-private collaboration in advancing Malaysia’s position in the global semiconductor ecosystem. With its integrated ecosystem, the “Penang Silicon Design @5km+” initiative is set to propel Malaysia to the forefront of IC design and AI innovation, further cementing the nation’s leadership in global technology. Congratulations to  Dato’ Lee Lian Loo, CEO of Invest Penang, and Dr. Hari Narayanan Click here for the full press release: https://lnkd.in/gqtKg3VX Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) Ministry of Human Resources #togetherwecan #Penang #PSD #Investment #semiconductor #AIindustries #innovation

The American Malaysian Chamber of Commerce conference themed: “Policies & Possibilities: Paving the Pathways for Growth" provided hard-hitting insights highlighting the need for continued collaborative efforts to propel Malaysia’s evolution into a global economic powerhouse. Attended by the Liew Chin Tong Deputy Minister of International Trade and Investment and the US Ambassador to Malaysia, Edward D Kagan, the dialogue focused on policies and activities that propelled Malaysia into strategic significance within the semiconductor and electrical and electronics (E&E) value chains, emphasizing the importance of sound policies that foster innovation and sustainable growth. Both the Deputy Minister and the Ambassador underscored their shared commitment to fortifying bilateral relations, mainly through initiatives such as the National Investment Aspirations (NIMP 2030) and the New Investment Incentive Framework (NIIF), which are instrumental in positioning Malaysia as a regional hub for advanced manufacturing. Read More: https://lnkd.in/g5AnxSgj