REGULATORY

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”)…

Clarification on Public Practice Services and Company Secretarial Service by MIA Members

MIA wishes to issue the following clarification for the attention of all…

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.

Announcement

Malaysian Institute of Accountants (“MIA”) is a statutory body established under the Accountants Act, 1967 (“Act”) to regulate the practice of the accountancy profession in Malaysia.

SUSTAINABILITY

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.

Accountants Are Key To Driving Malaysia’s Sustainability, ESG Agenda – MIA President

Accountants are no longer just financial gatekeepers, they are at the forefront of advancing Malaysia’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals and steering businesses towards sustainable growth, said the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA).

Ethics At The Core: Guiding Accountants In Navigating Technology And Sustainability

Technology. Sustainability. Regulation. Changing business models. These are among the powerful forces rapidly reshaping the accountancy profession today.

Top Five Sustainability News 2025 for Accountants 

The Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) is proactively advancing its sustainability agenda to enable the future-proofing of the profession. 

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.

Strengthening Accountancy in Laos: AFA Mentoring Partnership between MIA and LCPAA

Strengthening the accounting profession is essential for economic growth in Laos.

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.

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.

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).

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.

INNOVATION

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

Information is central to members’ professional development.

From Complexity to Clarity: How Malaysian Accountants Are Leading the Shift to Digital MBRS Compliance

“Digital adoption is no longer optional. It’s an expectation that Malaysian accountants are rising to meet with clarity, confidence, and competence.”

Enhancing Customer Due Diligence (CDD) for DNFBPs: The Role of Technology in Streamlining AML Compliance

By the Handshakes Team In light of the updated Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism…

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.

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.

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). 

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.

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)! 

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.

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.