REGULATORY

Meeting Annual Continuous Professional Education Requirements: Tips for Busy Professionals

In a rapidly changing business environment, Continuous Professional Education (CPE) plays a crucial role in ensuring that professional accountants remain competent, current, and compliant with regulatory expectations.
  • December 5, 2025
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Orders by the MIA Disciplinary Appeal Board

Orders made by the Disciplinary Appeal Board (DAB) against the Appellants by virtue of Section 21 of the Accountants Act 1967 and Rule 28 of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (Disciplinary) Rules 2002 (“Rules”)…
  • October 21, 2025
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Clarification on Public Practice Services and Company Secretarial Service by MIA Members

MIA wishes to issue the following clarification for the attention of all…
  • August 26, 2025
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AML/CFT Compliance Simplified: Unpacking the Differences Between BNM and SSM Regulations 

Both the Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) play pivotal roles in Malaysia’s Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) efforts.
  • August 13, 2025
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SUSTAINABILITY

Beyond Compliance: Leading with AI and Sustainability

Accountancy and finance professionals are accustomed to the detailed and methodical process of closing the books and financial reporting.
  • December 10, 2025
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Accountants Key to the Sustainable Development of the Malaysian Capital Market

As sustainability gains increasing momentum, new and evolving roles are envisioned for accountancy professionals.
  • December 3, 2025
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Why Malaysia’s Accountants Must Align with 13MP Sustainability Agenda

As Malaysia’s sustainability agenda continues to evolve under the Thirteenth Malaysia Plan (RMK13), the next important question is how future accountants can prepare themselves to play a meaningful role in this transformation.
  • November 28, 2025
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Sustainability Meets Technology: Building Credible and Future-Ready Reporting

As sustainability becomes a cornerstone, companies are under increasing pressure to report their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) impacts transparently and effectively.
  • October 2, 2025
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LEADERSHIP

Purpose-Driven Leadership: Charting the Next Phase of Growth

The Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) has appointed G Shanmugam (G Shan) as its Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 September 2025.
  • November 3, 2025
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Strengthening Accountancy in Laos: AFA Mentoring Partnership between MIA and LCPAA

Strengthening the accounting profession is essential for economic growth in Laos.
  • August 7, 2025
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Integrated Reporting: Transforming Corporate Transparency and Value Creation – The Sime Darby Experience

It has been a decade since the Integrated Reporting (IR) Framework was introduced in Malaysia, and it is remarkable to witness its growth and evolution.
  • June 26, 2025
  • 937 views

TECHNICAL

Plugging the Gaps in the Audit of Biological Assets (Republished)

Auditors are expected to exercise a high degree of vigilance when conducting the audit of biological assets, an area where subjectivity, judgements and estimates abound.
  • October 8, 2025
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Overview of the Third Edition of IFRS for SMEs Accounting Standard

On 27 February 2025, the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) issued the third edition of the IFRS for SMEs Accounting Standard (the Standard) following its second comprehensive review of the Standard (the Review).
  • September 30, 2025
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The Malaysian Semiconductor Ecosystem: A Transfer Pricing Perspective

Malaysia’s drive to become a global semiconductor hub under NIMP 2030 and positioning itself to move up the semiconductor value chain and attract high-tech investments.
  • September 11, 2025
  • 2.0K views

INNOVATION

How Accountants Can Stay Ahead in Malaysia’s e-Invoicing Era: A Guide to Supporting Business Owners in Malaysia

As an accountancy professional in Malaysia, you are likely feeling the weight of growing regulatory demands—especially with the mandatory e-Invoicing rollout being phased in according to turnover thresholds, and slated to impact smaller companies as well.
  • December 1, 2025
  • 338 views

MIA Sustainability, Digital Economy and Reporting Insights (July – September 2025)

The MIA Sustainability, Digital Economy and Reporting Insights provides quarterly updates on the Institute’s advocacy in sustainability, digital economy, tax, reporting and research.
  • November 26, 2025
  • 233 views

MIA Sustainability, Digital Economy and Reporting Insights (April – June 2025)

Information is central to members’ professional development.
  • September 19, 2025
  • 965 views

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Corporate Financial Reporting Conference 2025 – Elevating Reporting Excellence: Integrating Sustainability

Financial reporting is evolving faster than ever. Global standards are shifting, sustainability disclosures are becoming mainstream, and digital technologies are transforming how information is produced and shared.
  • October 30, 2025
  • 380 views

MIA Sustainability Showcase 2025: Empowering Accountants for a Sustainable Future

Sustainability is reshaping the rules of business worldwide — and accountancy professionals are poised to play a leading role in this transformation.
  • October 14, 2025
  • 885 views

National Sustainability Reporting Framework Symposium: From Compliance to Credibility: Building a Strong Foundation for Sustainability

Malaysia’s transition to the National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF) is accelerating, and preparers now face growing expectations to produce decision-useful sustainability disclosures aligned with IFRS S1 (General Requirements) and IFRS S2 (Climate-related Disclosures). 
  • October 10, 2025
  • 546 views

MIA NEWS

New Year’s Message from MIA President, Dato’ Seri Dr Mohamad Zabidi Ahmad

As we bid farewell to a tumultuous 2024, it is time to reflect on our achievements and rally our resources to embrace the opportunities and challenges of 2025.
  • December 31, 2024
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Survey on Technology Adoption by the Accountancy Profession in Malaysia 2024

The Malaysian Institute of Accountants (Institute) is pleased to invite you to take part in the 2024 Survey on Technology Adoption by the Accountancy Profession in Malaysia (the Survey)! 
  • November 4, 2024
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Tee Off for a Purpose: MAREF Charity Golf Tournament 2024

Established by the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA), the Malaysian Accountancy Research Education Foundation (MAREF) is focused on advancing the field of accountancy through research and education in Malaysia.
  • September 19, 2024
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President’s 2024 New Year Message  

It is an honour to address you as the new President of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA), taking over from my predecessor Datuk Bazlan Osman.
  • January 3, 2024
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