Morning Talk: Bridging French–Malaysian Ways of Working in Multinational Teams

Join CCI France Malaysia and Cultural Impact for a French–Malaysian cross-cultural exchange bridging leadership perspectives.

In an increasingly globalized world, Malaysians have quietly yet confidently taken on leadership roles in some of the world’s top multinational corporations. But what sets them apart—and how do their cultural roots shape the way they lead and collaborate internationally?

CCI France Malaysia, in collaboration with Cultural Impact, is pleased to invite you to a special session inspired by the book Global Minds, Malaysian Roots, which reveals the human stories, leadership values, and cultural traits of 21 outstanding Malaysians who have made their mark globally while staying grounded in their Malaysian identity.

This session offers a unique opportunity to explore these insights through a French–Malaysian and multinational lens.

Objective

The objective of this session is to deepen participants’ understanding of intercultural dynamics in multinational environments, with a particular focus on Malaysian leadership styles and French–Malaysian collaboration. Through shared stories and guided discussions, participants will gain practical perspectives to enhance communication, collaboration, and effectiveness across cultures.

What You’ll Learn

• By attending this session, participants will:

• Gain insights into Malaysian leadership values in global and multinational contexts

• Understand common cultural dynamics and challenges in international work environments

• Learn how cultural identity influences communication, decision-making, and leadership

• Reflect on practical ways to engage more effectively across cultures

• Connect personal experiences to broader intercultural best practices

Date    : Thursday, 22 January 2026
Time   : 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Venue : CCIFM Mont Kiara Business Center, Unit 11-2, 11th Floor, Wisma Mont Kiara, No. 1 Jalan Kiara, Mont Kiara, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Price : Patron & Sponsors - Free of charge 2 pax
               Members - Free of charge 1 pax

               Non members - RM 86.4 per pax

               Price includes 8% SST

Programme

8:30 AM – 9:00 AM : Registration & Coffee Moment

Themed reflection cards distributed to spark conversation.

9:00 AM – 9:25 AM : Welcome & Context Setting

9:25 AM – 9:40 AM : Book Insights & Keynote by Marie Tseng

9:40 AM – 10:25 AM : Fireside Chat with Contributors

Moderated discussion with Pauline Goh, Thina Krishnan, and Dr Asma Abdullah

Navigating global workplaces, common challenges, and practical intercultural approaches.

10:25 AM – 10:45 AM : Small-Group Reflections and guided discussions

10:45 AM – 11:00 AM : Plenary Harvest & Closing

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM : Open Q&A, Networking & Book Signing

This session is ideal for leaders, managers, HR professionals, and anyone working in or with multicultural and multinational teams.

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