Dear MDBC members,

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The Malaysian Dutch Business Council and the Netherlands Embassy, together with NLinBusiness, would like to invite ALL MEMBERS to our SPECIAL “3 – in – 1” EVENT, consisting of:

1) An informative event on Responsible Business Conduct and the launch of the MY Orange RBC Working Group (Organized in close cooperation with the Netherlands Embassy)
2) Re – accreditation of the MDBC (Organized in close cooperation with NLinBusiness)
3) Buka Puasa hosted by MDBC, the Netherlands Embassy, and NLinBusiness

Date:     Tuesday, 18 April
Time:     17:00 – 21:00 hrs
Venue:  EQ Kuala Lumpur

Limited places are available. Kindly register asap.  Registration is mandatory and will be on a first come, first served basis.  Registration will be closed once capacity has been reached.

Gold and Premium Partners may register one (1) representative (and one (1) additional representative who will be placed on a wait list; to be confirmed based on space availability).
All member – companies may register one (1) representative.
An additional (1) representative may be registered but will be placed on a wait list; to be confirmed based on space availability with a fee of RM 200 nett.

Due to the nature of this event, we would appreciate the representation of C – level and senior management.

1. The government of the Netherlands expects Dutch companies to conduct business responsibly, both within the Netherlands as well as abroad.  Recently, the European Commission published a proposal on corporate sustainability and responsible business practices. This proposed directive establishes a due diligence duty for both EU companies and large multinationals doing business on the EU market, implying a duty to actively identify, prevent, mitigate, and terminate any negative impact a firm might have on its social as well as natural environment.  What do these upcoming regulations mean for Dutch multinational companies operating in Malaysia, and for Malaysian suppliers integrated into a Dutch value chain?  What are the best actions to undertake when preparing for these upcoming requirements, and what support is available from not only Dutch, but also EU and Malaysian authorities?  In collaboration with the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, the MDBC aims to set up the MY Orange RBC Working Group, the place where Dutch and Malaysian companies can come together to exchange more, learn more, and do more to reduce their supply chain risks. More news on the Working Group will be included in our reminder e – mail follow up next week.   The Embassy and MDBC would like to encourage all of our members that this is relevant for, to be present on 18 April to listen to, discuss with our panel speakers, and to bring relevance to the launch of the working group.
2. In 2019, MDBC became the second NL Business Hub in the world to be accredited by NLinBusiness.  At this moment, we are proud to announce that MDBC will be the first one to be re – accredited!  This will take place during a signing ceremony with NLinBusiness Managing Director, Edo Offerhaus, who is making a visit to Kuala Lumpur for this occasion.
3. And therefore, MDBC takes great pleasure in concluding this special event with our first – ever buka puasa with, and for, members.

At a special venue for this special occasion: EQ Kuala Lumpur.

Itinerary:

16:45 hrs – Registration / arrival
17:15 hrs – Welcome by MDBC & Machiel van Stralen (Deputy Head Economic Department, Netherlands Embassy):
– What is Responsible Business Conduct & What are the expectations of the Dutch Government?
– Upcoming EU & Potential National Due Diligence Regulations
– What does this mean for Dutch & Malaysian companies?
17:30 hrs – Jai Shankar (Sustainability Lead, MATRADE)
– The MATRADE’s approach to ESG & Responsible Business
– What are the first steps Malaysian suppliers and exporters can already start with
– Support available from the Malaysian Government and MATRADE
17:45 hrs – Practical sharing by BESI APAC and HQ Pack
– Panel discussion with the speakers
18:15 hrs – Goal setting – Explanation of the MY Orange RBC Working Group
18:30 hrs – NLinBusiness – MDBC Re – accreditation Ceremony
18:50 hrs – End of informative event
19:20 hrs – Buka Puasa

REGISTRATION:

Please register online via the form below.
By clicking and registering online you acknowledge the event guidelines.

Limited places are available. Kindly register asap. Registration is mandatory and will be on a first come, first served basis. Registration will be closed once capacity has been reached.

Gold and Premium Partners may register one (1) representative (and one (1) additional representative who will be placed on a wait list; to be confirmed based on space availability).
All member – companies may register one (1) representative.
An additional (1) representative may be registered but will be placed on a wait list; to be confirmed based on space availability with a fee of RM 200 nett.

Due to the nature of this event, we would appreciate the representation of C – level and senior management.

While this event is free of charge for our members, late cancellations (after Friday, 14 April (12:00 hrs)) and no shows will be charged for this event at RM 200 nett per person.
Replacement / substitute participant to avoid the no show charges are welcomed.

Please register no later than Friday, 14 April 2023 (12:00 hrs).

Upon registration submission, you will receive an automated reply of receipt. This is NOT a confirmation of your registration acceptance.
You will also need to receive a personal reconfirmation e – mail from MDBC to confirm the acceptance of your registration; this will reach you latest by Monday, 17 April.