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The Malaysian Dutch Business Council (MDBC) is a vibrant business membership organization comprised of 250 corporate members ranging from multinational firms to large corporations, from SMEs to Entrepreneurs.
Your MDBC membership provides what you need to develop your business further, increase brand recognition, and position yourself as a knowledge matter expert. By becoming a member of MDBC, you connect with entrepreneurs, leaders, and executives of Dutch and Malaysian organizations, both corporate and government.
Join one of the most active Business Councils in Malaysia!
⭐ Enjoy regular (monthly) events that are both informative and social
⭐ Plenty of networking opportunities
⭐ Develop your Dutch – Malaysian links
⭐ Establish connections with local and international companies and government authorities
⭐ Enjoy exclusive access and discounts to a range of products and services
👉 Student Internship Program (SIP)
👉 Hot desk and virtual address offering (Rumah Oranje)
👉 Webinar & Event support
👉 Publicity & exposure packages
👉 Premium Partnership & Advertising
Your MDBC membership provides what you need to develop your business further, position yourself as a knowledge matter expert, and increase brand recognition. Connect with entrepreneurs, leaders, and executives of Dutch and Malaysian organizations by becoming a member of MDBC.
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APPLICATION PROCESS




Submit your application via the Membership Application Form below.
Your application will be processed and vetted by our Membership Committee.
MDBC welcomes members with existing Dutch links, who are looking to establish Dutch – Malaysian links, and suitable service providers.
If your application is approved, our Events and Membership Manager will reach out to you.
You or your organization will be added to our database and you will start receiving notifications from us on upcoming events, news, and other information. At this point you will be able to start registering for events and start to enjoy your benefits.
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There are many additional benefits that you can receive from being an MDBC member, but sometimes, our members need extra support to get the maximum benefit out of this community. It’s easy to assume that by simply paying the annual membership dues, new business opportunities, potential joint ventures, and higher brand recognition will occur. In order to help you maximize your benefits and make the MDBC experience work for you, learn how to get the most out of your membership.
When You Join MDBC You will Receive:
- Your company will be announced in a ‘Welcome to New Members’ e – mail;
- Access to the MDBC Digital Welcome Pack (to aid in soft landing);
- Your company will be announced in our magazine – the MDBConnects;
- Your company will be listed on the directory;
- You will be added to our e – mail distribution list so that you receive regular event invitations and updates;
- You will be invited to our Meet & Greet with new members.
You Get What You Put In
Get more bang for your (membership fee) bucks! There are many additional benefits that you can receive from being an MDBC member: get your new business opportunities, potential joint ventures, and higher brand recognition by investing in the community, attending events, and by building strong relationships with others through the Council. Talk to the MDBC Team to make this happen.
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All membership types enjoy the following benefits:
- Access to MDBC Digital Welcome Pack (to aid in soft landing)*;
- Complimentary access to (most) MDBC events;
- Complimentary listing on the website directory;
- Inclusion of company news, event promotion on select MDBC communication channels**;
- Exclusive Advertising discounts;
- Student Internship Program (SIP) participation***;
- One (1) Vote in official MDBC meetings.
* Provides useful business related information for new members (especially those new to the country) and provides links to MDBC, our services, service providers found within our community, as well as social websites and platforms that can help our members find their way.
** News, articles, and events must meet general MDBC guidelines (no hard selling). MDBC reserves the right to select which communication channel best fits the promotion / inclusion of company news / event promotion submitted by MDBC members. Event promotion for paid events requires an exclusive discount for fellow MDBC members if it is to be highlighted. Otherwise it will be included ONLY on the “Other Events” web page.
*** Does not include charges tied to processing of the visa for student interns, nor any monthly allowances for the intern
CORPORATE MEMBERSHIPS
(Located within the Greater Kuala Lumpur area, Penang, and / or Johor, AND based on Paid Up Capital)



RM 6,200
RM 3,250
RM 1,950
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(Located elsewhere)


RM 1,000
€ 300
Any company in the Netherlands / EU (which does not (yet) have an operational office in Malaysia)
INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIPS


RM 1,000
RM 1,000






