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RWC Webreport: Raya Open House Celebration and Showbiz 2025: Panel Discussion on Whistle-Blowing and Compliance HR’s Role in Ethical Reporting

Employees gain confidence and trust knowing there is a secure and structured process to report issues, whether related to workplace grievances or serious concerns such as conflicts of interest, embezzlement or corruption. Typically, grievances are directed to the Human Resources Department, while whistle-blowing reports are escalated to an independent director or a designated committee, which may comprise the Chief People Officer and Chief Compliance Officer in order to ensure impartiality and ethical oversight. These channels may include dedicated email addresses, online platforms and/or apps that allow for effective tracking and monitoring of all reports.

如何在马来西亚申请原产地证书（COO）？

马来西亚的COO签发与使用遵循《简化和协调海关程序的国际公约》的规定。制造商、出口商或贸易商如需申请COO，必须首先在马来西亚公司委员会（SSM）注册

How to Apply for a Certificate of Country of Origin (COO) in Malaysia?

In Malaysia, the issuance and use of COOs are aligned with the International Convention on the Simplification and Harmonisation of Customs Procedures. To be eligible for a COO, manufacturers, exporters, or traders must first be registered with the Companies Commission of Malaysia.

在马来西亚制造业：MIDA的许可要求与申请流程

在马来西亚，制造业是推动国家经济发展的关键领域。为规范和促进该行业的发展，马来西亚政府通过马来西亚投资发展局（MIDA），依据《1975年工业协调法》（”ICA 1975″）负责签发制造许可证。在马来西亚运营的特定制造企业必须取得该许可证。该申请流程受一套明确的监管框架所规管，申请资格、程序步骤以及从MIDA申请制造许可证时所需考量的主要法律因素。

Manufacturing in Malaysia: Licensing Requirements and Application Procedure with MIDA

In Malaysia, the manufacturing sector is a key contributor to the nation’s economic development. To regulate and facilitate growth in this sector, the Malaysian government, through the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), administers the issuance of manufacturing licences under the Industrial Coordination Act 1975 (‘ICA 1975’). A manufacturing licence is mandatory for certain manufacturing companies operating in Malaysia. The process is governed by a defined regulatory framework, eligibility criteria, procedural steps, and key legal considerations involved in obtaining a manufacturing licence from MIDA.

Fairness v Profits: The Legal Struggle Over Unfair Terms in Contracts for Minors

A contract was entered into by a company specialising in professional development services for athletes and an athlete who was 17 years old at the time. The contract required the athlete to pay the company a portion of his net income from basketball related contracts. The issue on unfair terms in contracts arose in this case.

Malaysia’s Semiconductor Industry: Key Considerations for Foreign Investment

The escalating geopolitical tensions, particularly the ongoing US-China rivalry, continue to have profound impact on the global semiconductor industry. In response, many semiconductor companies are actively seeking alternative manufacturing hubs to mitigate the disruptions and restrictions arising from these tensions. As the industry navigates through this shifting landscape, Malaysia has emerged as a key destination for strategic investment and expansion. In this article, we explore several key considerations that foreign investors should take into account when structuring investments in Malaysia’s semiconductor industry.

马来西亚半导体行业: 外商投资的实务指引

地缘政治局势持续演变，尤其中美之间的竞争不断加剧，正深刻影响全球半导体行业的发展路径。为应对此局势造成的干扰和限制，众多半导体企业正加速推进制造基地的多元化布局。随着企业调整其战略，马来西亚逐渐崭露头角，成为投资和扩展的关键目的地。本文将探讨外国投资者在布局马来西亚半导体行业的投资时应重点关注的几个关键因素。

An Overview of the Anti-Sexual Harassment Tribunal

The Tribunal for Anti-Sexual Harassment (‘TAGS’) was established under Malaysia’s Anti-Sexual Harassment Act 2022 (Act 840) (‘the Act’) as an accessible, and cost-effective alternative to civil courts for victims seeking redress for sexual harassment.