Ireland Malaysia Association

The Ireland Malaysia Association was formally established in May 2011. It is a member-driven and democratic association that provides a platform for Irish based organisations or individuals that have an interest in Malaysia through trade, education and culture. Membership of the IMA offers networking opportunities to make contacts, enhance knowledge and share experiences. The focus of the IMA is divided into three core areas - Developing trade and business relations between both countries - Creating and enhancing links with education and research groups with common interests - Introducing and promoting Malaysian culture in Ireland The official launch of the IMA was attended by a gathering of key political and business figures from Ireland, Malaysia and London including: - The guest of Honour H.E. Ambassador Declan Kelly, Irish Ambassador to Malaysia - The Chargé d'Affaires a.i. from the Embassy of Malaysia in Ireland - Representatives from MATRADE and MIDA - Members of the Malaysian Irish Business Network - Conor McCarthy, the Executive Chairman of Dublin Aerospace and Director and Co-founder of AirAisa - Private sector companies from the software, IT, telecoms, healthcare and professional services sectors - Heads of Education from R.C.S.I., D.I.T. and Griffith College Dublin