Q&A on Board Meetings of Malaysia Companies
Q: | What is the function of Board Meeting? |
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The Board of Directors convene regular meetings to supervise company management, formulate strategic decisions, and define the company's direction. These meetings provide a platform for directors to gather, discuss, and resolve business-related issues. |
Q: | Who is authorised to call a Board Meeting? |
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A director or secretary, at the request of a director, has the authority to convene a board meeting. Notice of the meeting must be sent to every director located in Malaysia, detailing the meeting's date, time, venue, and agenda items for discussions. |
Q: | What are the ways to hold a Board Meeting? |
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Q: | What are the quorum requirements for a Board Meeting? |
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The company's Constitution usually states that the quorum for a board meeting is determined by the Board itself. If not fixed, it shall be a majority of the directors. In cases where the Constitution is silent and no specific quorum is set by the directors, the quorum is the number of directors normally conducting business. |
Q: | Can a resolution be passed in way other than holding a Board Meeting? |
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Instead of holding a board meeting, it is common for a company’s Constitution to allow resolutions to be passed in writing. Such written resolutions are considered valid and effective as if they were passed during a board meeting. |