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[Column Writing] 【ESG Strategies for Business】 Part 29: Protection of Foreign Workers and Measures Against Forced Labor (1) International Regulations and Malaysia's Response
The Malaysian edition of the Current Affairs Bulletin (published February 25, 2026) featured an article by representative Mitsuru Misawa entitled "【ESG Strategies for Business】 No. 29: Protection of Foreign Workers and Measures Against Forced Labor (1) International Regulations and Malaysia's Response." In this article and the next one, I will discuss society (S)... -
[Column Writing] 【ESG Strategies for Business】 28th Carbon Tax (2)
The Malaysian edition of the Current Affairs Bulletin (published January 28, 2026) featured a contribution from its representative, Mitsuru Misawa, entitled "【ESG Strategies Useful for Business】 28th Carbon Tax (2)." This article details the domestic credit offsetting mechanism that will reduce the carbon tax burden on companies, and the practical steps that Japanese companies should take... -
[Notice of Seminar Presentation] "Investment in Southeast Asian Renewable Energy Projects and Legal Practice," organized by the Financial Research Group
On April 23rd, Mitsuru Misawa, the representative of the Financial Research Association, will be speaking at a seminar titled "Investment in Southeast Asian Renewable Energy Projects and Legal Practice." The ASEAN renewable energy market is a huge frontier for Japanese companies, while foreign investment regulations, land acquisition, PP... -
[Column] Practical points to prevent governance of Southeast Asian subsidiaries from becoming a mere formality: Measures to strengthen Malaysia and Indonesia's supervisory functions
✅ Roughly speaking 🏢 Malaysia and Indonesia have established legal oversight bodies, but in many cases they are not functioning effectively 📊 Indonesia's two-tier system places structural risks on "information blocking," while Malaysia's one-tier system places structural risks on "nominal independent directors." -
[Introducing investment projects] Financing project for aquaculture business in Malaysia (capital increase)
We have now been entrusted with mediating the following new cases. ＜Project Overview ＞ Target country/region: Malaysia Business: Aquaculture business focusing on saltwater shrimp (high-value-added species and high-productivity varieties). A comprehensive plan aimed at providing stable supply using high-density, highly efficient aquaculture methods... -
[Introducing Investment Projects] Financing of EV Charging Infrastructure Platforms in Malaysia and Southeast Asia (Capital Increase)
We have now been entrusted with mediating the following new cases. ＜Project Overview ＞ Target country/region: Malaysia (headquartered in Penang) ※Planned expansion to 10 Southeast Asian countries (Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, etc.) Business details: Installation and operation of EV charging stations and transportation... -
[Introducing Investment Projects] Healthcare in Southeast Asia ×HR Tech Funding Projects
We have now been entrusted with mediating the following new cases. If you are a company or investor interested in this matter, please feel free to contact us. ＜Case Overview ＞ Target countries and regions: Singapore, Malaysia and surrounding countries Business details: Employee benefits and medical care for companies... -
[Introducing Investment Projects] Seeking JV Partners for Plant Factory and Hydroponic Cultivation Business in Malaysia
At this time, we have been entrusted with the brokerage of the following new business partnership (JV formation) projects. If you are a company or investor interested in this matter, please feel free to contact us. ＜Project Overview ＞Target countries and regions: Malaysia (including Singapore as a sales market) Business details:... -
[Column] Malaysia CRESS Complete Guide – Turning Point in Power Procurement Strategy for Manufacturing
✅ Roughly speaking ⚡ CRESS cuts grid access fees by up to 40% in August 2025: Farm-supplied SAC reaches 20 sen/kWh, emerging as a viable option for 24-hour factories 🔄 Structural shift in the electricity market through third-party access (TPA): From TNB's single-buyer model... -
[Column Writing] 【ESG Strategies for Business】 No. 27 Carbon Tax (1)
The Malaysian edition of the Current Affairs Bulletin (published December 24, 2025) featured the 27th Carbon Tax 【1), contributed by Representative Mitsuru Misawa. This article delves into the carbon tax (Carbon Tax), which was briefly mentioned in this 24th column, and explores its institutional design and scope...
