Dear MDBC members,

MDBC is pleased to invite you to a business forum, held in partnership with FLUX Malaysia and organized by the Malaysian – German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MGCC).

Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026
Time: 09:00 – 15:00 hrs
Venue: AICB Centre of Excellence
10 Jalan Dato’ Onn
50480 Kuala Lumpur

We welcome Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Dr. Zeti Akhtar Aziz as the Keynote Speaker, alongside confirmed industry leaders from the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturing (FMM) and AirAsia X for the panel discussion:

• Jacob Lee Chor Kok (President, Federation of Malaysian Manufacturing (FMM))
• Benyamin Ismail (General Manager, AirAsia X)
• Dr Ong Kian Ming (Executive Director, RGE Malaysia)
• Ir. Shazwan Khalid (Strategic Account Director, Siemens Energy)
• Marc Appelt (Managing Director, MAN Malaysia)

MODERATOR: Renato Lima de Oliveira (Associate Professor, Asia School of Business and an MIT Sloan Affiliate)

This exclusive closed – door forum will bring together senior business leaders to discuss Competing in an Uncertain Economy: The Cost of Rigidity. Designed specifically for C – level executives and senior decision – makers, the session will explore how companies are navigating rising cost pressures, talent constraints, and evolving operating models in Malaysia.

Attendance is complimentary and limited to two representatives per company. The forum is specially curated for 80 to 120 senior leaders across industries. Registrations will be confirmed on a first – come, first – served basis.

REGISTRATION:

Please Note:
– MDBC is NOT handling registrations for this event.
– To register please click on the link below.
– By clicking and registering online you acknowledge the event guidelines.