Top CEOs of Lendlease en Seek will become a member of trade officers in Melbourne on 12 June to unpack why Malaysia pops up as a strategic access point to Southeast Asia.
Melbourne will organize a high-level business top on Thursday 12 June and bring Malaysia to the attention as a rising hub for Australian companies that keep an eye on growth in ASEAN markets.
With senior leaders of Lendlease, Seek, the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and Austrade on the program, the event is intended to give Australian companies insight into new trading opportunities and the evolving economic landscape of Southeast Asia.
The top, entitled Malaysia Rising – A dynamic and trusted market for Australian AffairsWill take place in Sofitel Melbourne CBD from 11:45 am before registration and lunch, followed by the main event from 12:15 to 14:00 hrs, only on invitation, with priority to Australian companies interested in the expansion of Malaysia and the broader Asean region.
Why Malaysia?
The strategic location of Malaysia, combined with a well -trained workforce, competitive operating costs and adult digital infrastructure, is fast, making it a preferential destination for Australian investors and exporters. The Malaysian government has started radical economic reforms aimed at improving the business environment, aimed at digital innovation, green energy and expanding production possibilities.
According to Leigh Howard, CEO of Asialink Business and Event -Guestheer, Malaysia is uniquely positioned as a gateway to the growing markets of Southeast Asia, especially since the country presupposes the chairmanship of Asean in 2025. “Malaysian reforms and investments have a landscape that is ripe for partnerships and trade that Australian companies cannot afford,” said Howard.
Featured speakers
The event contains an impressive line-up of speakers, including Tony Lombardo, the business champion of Australia for Malaysia and CEO of Group of Lendlease, which will share insights of the extensive Lendlease projects, including the historical S $ 3.7 billion Paya Lebar Quter-development.
Ian Narev, director and CEO of Seek Limited, will discuss the developing digital economy in Southeast Asia and the possibilities for Australian technology companies at Asean markets.
Other important participants are Danielle Heinecke, the Australian High Commissioner of Malaysia, Peter Horn, General Manager of Investment at Austrade and Leigh Howard of Asialink Business. Together they will tackle the economic prospects, the investment climate and the strategic benefits that Malaysia offers Australian exporters and investors.
The top will also comment on how the disruptions of global trade – including American rates and shifting supply chains – accelerate the pivot from Australia to Asia. The rising role of Malaysia as a stable and dynamic market offers Australian companies a buffer against global uncertainties, making smoother access to a regional market of more than 600 million consumers.
Although large multinationals often dominate the headlines, this event underlines the opportunities for SMEs to get in touch with the fast -growing economies of ASEAN. The top is intended to equip companies with practical knowledge and direct connections with initiatives, financing and partnerships that are designed to facilitate market entry.
How to participate
Since this is an event with limited capacity, interested companies are encouraged to submit an expression of interest via the Asialink Business website. Media interviews with important speakers are available for the event.
For Australian companies that want to diversify, expand or simply understand the Nuances of ASEAN -Handel Malaysia is rising Offers a timely platform for connecting, learning and planning for growth in one of the most dynamic regions in the world.
Date: Thursday, June 12, 2025
Time: registration and lunch at 11.45 am – 12.15 pm. Event at 12.15 pm – 2 pm
Location: Melbourne CBD
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