Why Intellectual Property (IP) Matters for Your Business

Protecting your intellectual property (IP) is essential for every business in Malaysia. IP registration helps you secure your brand identity with trademarks, safeguard innovations through patents and protect creative works with copyrights. By registering your IP, you prevent misuse, strengthen your competitive edge, and build long-term trust with customers. Whether you’re a startup or an established company, understanding IP protection in Malaysia ensures your business ideas, products, and creations are legally secured and ready to grow.

Annual Leave in Malaysia: 8 Days or 14 Days? Know Your Rights

Confused about how many days of annual leave you’re entitled to in Malaysia? Whether you’re a new hire or a seasoned employee, this guide breaks down the legal minimum, how leave is calculated, and what many companies are actually offering today (hint: it’s more than 8 days 👀).
We also cover prorated leave, carry-forward rules, and what’s changed under the latest amendments to the Employment Act.

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Malaysia Ups Minimum Wage to RM1,700!

The Minimum Wage Order 2024 was gazetted on 4 December 2024 and will be enforced in two stages. Starting 1 February 2025, a minimum monthly wage of RM1,700 will apply to employers with five or more employees and those categorized as MASCO Employers. By 1 August 2025, the same wage standard will extend to all employers in Malaysia, ensuring fair pay for workers across the nation. Employers are urged to review and adjust salaries accordingly to comply with the new wage regulations.

🧳Running a Travel Business? Here’s How to Get Licensed with MOTAC! ✈️

If you’re planning to operate a tour or travel agency in Malaysia, getting licensed by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) is essential. Here’s a simplified, step-by-step guide to help you navigate the licensing process—— especially for foreign entrepreneurs or businesses. 📝Step 1: Register Your Company Start by incorporating a Sdn. Bhd. (private… Continue reading 🧳Running a Travel Business? Here’s How to Get Licensed with MOTAC! ✈️

5 Key Factors to Address Before Starting Your Business

Click here to read the Chinese version 点击此处阅读华语版本 The formation of a company is an important step in the process of starting a business. Besides sparing you the considerable hassle that comes with filling out the incorporation form, you can focus on the vital elements that matter most to your business by being aware of… Continue reading 5 Key Factors to Address Before Starting Your Business

What You Need to Consider Before Joining an Accelerator Programme

A new path in your life begins when you launch your first business. When things don’t appear to be heading your way, it’s only reasonable to feel concerned because there’s such a big learning curve to get over and so much is on the line. Your concern might then lead you to seeking support from… Continue reading What You Need to Consider Before Joining an Accelerator Programme