REGULATORY

Practice Review Process: Insights into the Closing Meeting and Reporting Stage 

The Practice Review Programme (PRP) is established under Section B250: Quality Assurance and Practice Review of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) By-Laws.
  • December 31, 2025
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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.
  • December 31, 2025
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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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SUSTAINABILITY

From Theory to Practice: A Strategic Roadmap for Public Practice Firms in the ESG Era

The accountancy profession stands at an inflection point. As Malaysia advances toward its net-zero commitment by 2050 and implements the National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF) from 2025…
  • December 26, 2025
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Navigating Rising Audit Exemption Thresholds (Part 1): From Compliance Mandate to Strategic Reinvention for SMPs

A new chapter is unfolding for small and medium-sized practices (SMPs) in Malaysia as the Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia (SSM) increases audit exemption thresholds through Practice Directive (PD) 10/2024.
  • December 23, 2025
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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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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
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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
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INNOVATION

e-Invoicing Malaysia: How Accountants Can Transform Manual Data Into Compliant Digital Records

As Malaysia rolled out mandatory e-Invoicing in phases from 2024, accountancy professionals are in a pivotal position to assist small-and-medium enterprises (SMEs) in navigating the shift from fragmented…
  • December 29, 2025
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The Tech-driven Accountant: Turning Efficiency Into Opportunity

In today’s fast-changing business landscape, the role of accountants is evolving faster than ever before.
  • December 19, 2025
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Digital Tools: Driving Efficiency, Compliance and Transformation in the Profession

The whole world, including Malaysia, has been on a whirlwind of digital evolution – with Covid-19 restrictions and lockdowns as a major catalyst for change.
  • December 16, 2025
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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
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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
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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
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MIA NEWS

New Year’s Message 2026 from the MIA President and Chief Executive Officer 

We are excited to welcome 2026 with a clear vision of strengthening engagement and collaboration in advancing the profession for future relevance. 
  • January 2, 2026
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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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