July 2019
MDBC / MABC: “Bricks + Clicks” InterChamber
Dear MDBC members, Malaysia's RM 100 billion retail industry is forecasted to grow 4.5% in 2019 despite the weaker economic sentiment. Consumers are offered multi - fold convenience options by e - commerce, digital banking, mobile wallets, and on - demand services. Yet, online transactions constitute only 8% of that total retail pie (circa RM 8bil). Source: RGM How do both online and offline businesses see the potential opportunities (and threats) of this equation? Join us as our panel of…
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Dear MDBC members, A sustainable society relies heavily on continuous improvement that is driven by creativity and innovation. Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) are key to safeguarding this, as well as the resulting improvement and wealth generation, from the threats of counterfeiting, plagiarism, infringement, and other forms of unlawful conduct. Join us as we dive deep into the Malaysian IPR landscape to further our understanding of, and learn to navigate intelligently, the legal processes involved in solidifying protection for patents, brands,…
Find out more »August 2019
MDBC / EUMCCI: ICW Empowering Women
Dear MDBC members, Malaysian women are very important contributors to the country's economic and social development. Improving women's access to jobs and economic opportunities could significantly boost the productivity of the nation. While the Malaysian government recognizes the potential economic contribution from women, it does not address the issue of 'disappearing women' in more senior, managerial, and decision - making positions. Particularly in the corporate sector, the higher you look, the less women you see. As the Malaysian government continues…
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