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MDBC STUDENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAM (SIP)

Find out more about the Student Internship Program and get started on exciting new journey.

Kick start your international adventure with MDBC and gain valuable work experience!  Come along on the journey and enjoy this sneak peek into the Student Internship Program (SIP) experience!  If you want to start your own SIP journey in tropical Malaysia, sign up on the SIP page or e mail us at .

ADCN / MDBC: Malaysia – City of Opportunity 

MDBC is the leading membership organization based in Malaysia that supports Dutch, Malaysian, and international businesses through its extensive network, events, information sharing, business – matching, and synergies between its members. For interested Dutch entrepreneurs looking to enter the Malaysian / ASEAN / Asian market, MDBC serves as the business partner, providing a soft landing and allowing members to hit the ground running.  

 

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MEMBERSHIP
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BUSINESS SERVICES
MDBC assists members and newcomers to the Malaysian market on issues related to setting up a company or a representative office here.  We keep members up to date on the latest developments in the business world and members’ news.


REPRESENTATION
MDBC serves as a link to other bilateral Business Associations, Chambers of Commerce, and various government institutions.  We also look into combined efforts for representation at exhibitions and into commercial partnerships with Malaysian and Dutch government authorities on behalf of our members.

 


NETWORKING
Through our regular (monthly) events, members are able to develop good business contacts with the Dutch – Malaysian business community in Malaysia, as well as with other foreign companies, Malaysian counterparts and government bodies.  


INFORMATION
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ASEAN
European Union
Malaysia
The Netherlands

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