MEETING WITH YB DR ONG KIAN MING, DEPUTY MITI MINISTER, 26 JULY 2018

MITI is also to make a stand on Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans- Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). MITI is committed to explain the facts on CPTPP to the new government so that they are clear, taking into consideration leaders’ concerns on CPTPP and eventually allow MITI to make a convincing case on the agreement. EU-Malaysia FTA on the other hand would be discussed once the government is able to decide on CPTPP.

YB ended the meeting by assuring that the MICCI will be invited for future consultations.

Meanwhile, YB Ong noted that US is monitoring Malaysia closely, and we are doing all we can to maintain a good trading relationship with the US.

MITI is also to make a stand on Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans- Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). MITI is committed to explain the facts on CPTPP to the new government so that they are clear, taking into consideration leaders’ concerns on CPTPP and eventually allow MITI to make a convincing case on the agreement. EU-Malaysia FTA on the other hand would be discussed once the government is able to decide on CPTPP.

YB ended the meeting by assuring that the MICCI will be invited for future consultations.

YB Ong also shared his views on the current US-China Trade War. As a trading nation, Malaysia inevitably would be affected. But, there are also opportunities for new export market developments, diverting to new market partners, etc. There are also opportunities for Malaysia in attracting FDIs.

Meanwhile, YB Ong noted that US is monitoring Malaysia closely, and we are doing all we can to maintain a good trading relationship with the US.

MITI is also to make a stand on Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans- Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). MITI is committed to explain the facts on CPTPP to the new government so that they are clear, taking into consideration leaders’ concerns on CPTPP and eventually allow MITI to make a convincing case on the agreement. EU-Malaysia FTA on the other hand would be discussed once the government is able to decide on CPTPP.

YB ended the meeting by assuring that the MICCI will be invited for future consultations.

The country is also faced with serious issue of illicit trade and the estimated loss to government revenue can be as high as RM 8 billion. Admittedly, this is crucial to the new government.

YB Ong also shared his views on the current US-China Trade War. As a trading nation, Malaysia inevitably would be affected. But, there are also opportunities for new export market developments, diverting to new market partners, etc. There are also opportunities for Malaysia in attracting FDIs.

Meanwhile, YB Ong noted that US is monitoring Malaysia closely, and we are doing all we can to maintain a good trading relationship with the US.

MITI is also to make a stand on Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans- Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). MITI is committed to explain the facts on CPTPP to the new government so that they are clear, taking into consideration leaders’ concerns on CPTPP and eventually allow MITI to make a convincing case on the agreement. EU-Malaysia FTA on the other hand would be discussed once the government is able to decide on CPTPP.

YB ended the meeting by assuring that the MICCI will be invited for future consultations.

In this open discussion, members raised the issue of deteriorating business environment including unclear policies and the lack of reinvestment incentives, which are key in attracting and retaining FDIs.

The country is also faced with serious issue of illicit trade and the estimated loss to government revenue can be as high as RM 8 billion. Admittedly, this is crucial to the new government.

YB Ong also shared his views on the current US-China Trade War. As a trading nation, Malaysia inevitably would be affected. But, there are also opportunities for new export market developments, diverting to new market partners, etc. There are also opportunities for Malaysia in attracting FDIs.

Meanwhile, YB Ong noted that US is monitoring Malaysia closely, and we are doing all we can to maintain a good trading relationship with the US.

MITI is also to make a stand on Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans- Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). MITI is committed to explain the facts on CPTPP to the new government so that they are clear, taking into consideration leaders’ concerns on CPTPP and eventually allow MITI to make a convincing case on the agreement. EU-Malaysia FTA on the other hand would be discussed once the government is able to decide on CPTPP.

YB ended the meeting by assuring that the MICCI will be invited for future consultations.

The Chamber also urged MITI to consult the industry and to ensure changes to any Government policy that impacts the industry should only be implemented after adequate consultation is held to minimise unplanned disruptions to business.

In this open discussion, members raised the issue of deteriorating business environment including unclear policies and the lack of reinvestment incentives, which are key in attracting and retaining FDIs.

The country is also faced with serious issue of illicit trade and the estimated loss to government revenue can be as high as RM 8 billion. Admittedly, this is crucial to the new government.

YB Ong also shared his views on the current US-China Trade War. As a trading nation, Malaysia inevitably would be affected. But, there are also opportunities for new export market developments, diverting to new market partners, etc. There are also opportunities for Malaysia in attracting FDIs.

Meanwhile, YB Ong noted that US is monitoring Malaysia closely, and we are doing all we can to maintain a good trading relationship with the US.

MITI is also to make a stand on Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans- Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). MITI is committed to explain the facts on CPTPP to the new government so that they are clear, taking into consideration leaders’ concerns on CPTPP and eventually allow MITI to make a convincing case on the agreement. EU-Malaysia FTA on the other hand would be discussed once the government is able to decide on CPTPP.

YB ended the meeting by assuring that the MICCI will be invited for future consultations.

At that meeting, YB Ong assured that the new government is going to be very pro- business and he is working to re-start PEMUDAH so that business grievances can be channeled to this platform.

The Chamber also urged MITI to consult the industry and to ensure changes to any Government policy that impacts the industry should only be implemented after adequate consultation is held to minimise unplanned disruptions to business.

In this open discussion, members raised the issue of deteriorating business environment including unclear policies and the lack of reinvestment incentives, which are key in attracting and retaining FDIs.

The country is also faced with serious issue of illicit trade and the estimated loss to government revenue can be as high as RM 8 billion. Admittedly, this is crucial to the new government.

YB Ong also shared his views on the current US-China Trade War. As a trading nation, Malaysia inevitably would be affected. But, there are also opportunities for new export market developments, diverting to new market partners, etc. There are also opportunities for Malaysia in attracting FDIs.

Meanwhile, YB Ong noted that US is monitoring Malaysia closely, and we are doing all we can to maintain a good trading relationship with the US.

MITI is also to make a stand on Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans- Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). MITI is committed to explain the facts on CPTPP to the new government so that they are clear, taking into consideration leaders’ concerns on CPTPP and eventually allow MITI to make a convincing case on the agreement. EU-Malaysia FTA on the other hand would be discussed once the government is able to decide on CPTPP.

YB ended the meeting by assuring that the MICCI will be invited for future consultations.

Genco members present at this meeting were Dato’ Andy Choong, Mr Azrani, Ms Renuka, Mr Freddie Lee, Mr Benedict, Mr Edward Ooi, Mr Shaun Cheah and Mr Chia Chee Hong (Johor Exco).

At that meeting, YB Ong assured that the new government is going to be very pro- business and he is working to re-start PEMUDAH so that business grievances can be channeled to this platform.

The Chamber also urged MITI to consult the industry and to ensure changes to any Government policy that impacts the industry should only be implemented after adequate consultation is held to minimise unplanned disruptions to business.

In this open discussion, members raised the issue of deteriorating business environment including unclear policies and the lack of reinvestment incentives, which are key in attracting and retaining FDIs.

The country is also faced with serious issue of illicit trade and the estimated loss to government revenue can be as high as RM 8 billion. Admittedly, this is crucial to the new government.

YB Ong also shared his views on the current US-China Trade War. As a trading nation, Malaysia inevitably would be affected. But, there are also opportunities for new export market developments, diverting to new market partners, etc. There are also opportunities for Malaysia in attracting FDIs.

Meanwhile, YB Ong noted that US is monitoring Malaysia closely, and we are doing all we can to maintain a good trading relationship with the US.

MITI is also to make a stand on Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans- Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). MITI is committed to explain the facts on CPTPP to the new government so that they are clear, taking into consideration leaders’ concerns on CPTPP and eventually allow MITI to make a convincing case on the agreement. EU-Malaysia FTA on the other hand would be discussed once the government is able to decide on CPTPP.

YB ended the meeting by assuring that the MICCI will be invited for future consultations.

President, Datuk CK Tan led a delegation of 10 Genco members to a meeting with Deputy MITI Minister, YB Dr Ong Kian Ming on 26 July 2018.

Genco members present at this meeting were Dato’ Andy Choong, Mr Azrani, Ms Renuka, Mr Freddie Lee, Mr Benedict, Mr Edward Ooi, Mr Shaun Cheah and Mr Chia Chee Hong (Johor Exco).

At that meeting, YB Ong assured that the new government is going to be very pro- business and he is working to re-start PEMUDAH so that business grievances can be channeled to this platform.

The Chamber also urged MITI to consult the industry and to ensure changes to any Government policy that impacts the industry should only be implemented after adequate consultation is held to minimise unplanned disruptions to business.

In this open discussion, members raised the issue of deteriorating business environment including unclear policies and the lack of reinvestment incentives, which are key in attracting and retaining FDIs.

The country is also faced with serious issue of illicit trade and the estimated loss to government revenue can be as high as RM 8 billion. Admittedly, this is crucial to the new government.

YB Ong also shared his views on the current US-China Trade War. As a trading nation, Malaysia inevitably would be affected. But, there are also opportunities for new export market developments, diverting to new market partners, etc. There are also opportunities for Malaysia in attracting FDIs.

Meanwhile, YB Ong noted that US is monitoring Malaysia closely, and we are doing all we can to maintain a good trading relationship with the US.

MITI is also to make a stand on Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans- Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). MITI is committed to explain the facts on CPTPP to the new government so that they are clear, taking into consideration leaders’ concerns on CPTPP and eventually allow MITI to make a convincing case on the agreement. EU-Malaysia FTA on the other hand would be discussed once the government is able to decide on CPTPP.

YB ended the meeting by assuring that the MICCI will be invited for future consultations.

President, Datuk CK Tan led a delegation of 10 Genco members to a meeting with Deputy MITI Minister, YB Dr Ong Kian Ming on 26 July 2018.

Genco members present at this meeting were Dato’ Andy Choong, Mr Azrani, Ms Renuka, Mr Freddie Lee, Mr Benedict, Mr Edward Ooi, Mr Shaun Cheah and Mr Chia Chee Hong (Johor Exco).

At that meeting, YB Ong assured that the new government is going to be very pro- business and he is working to re-start PEMUDAH so that business grievances can be channeled to this platform.

The Chamber also urged MITI to consult the industry and to ensure changes to any Government policy that impacts the industry should only be implemented after adequate consultation is held to minimise unplanned disruptions to business.

In this open discussion, members raised the issue of deteriorating business environment including unclear policies and the lack of reinvestment incentives, which are key in attracting and retaining FDIs.

The country is also faced with serious issue of illicit trade and the estimated loss to government revenue can be as high as RM 8 billion. Admittedly, this is crucial to the new government.

YB Ong also shared his views on the current US-China Trade War. As a trading nation, Malaysia inevitably would be affected. But, there are also opportunities for new export market developments, diverting to new market partners, etc. There are also opportunities for Malaysia in attracting FDIs.

Meanwhile, YB Ong noted that US is monitoring Malaysia closely, and we are doing all we can to maintain a good trading relationship with the US.

MITI is also to make a stand on Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans- Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). MITI is committed to explain the facts on CPTPP to the new government so that they are clear, taking into consideration leaders’ concerns on CPTPP and eventually allow MITI to make a convincing case on the agreement. EU-Malaysia FTA on the other hand would be discussed once the government is able to decide on CPTPP.

YB ended the meeting by assuring that the MICCI will be invited for future consultations.