Introduction to the Region
South Asia is home to some of the world’s faste st-growing healthcare markets, fulled by demographic shifts, rapid urbanisation, technological innovation, and rising investment in health infrastracture. Countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, and Taiwan are strengthening their systems and welcoming collaboration with international partnersm inclusing Dutch organisations bringing innovative solutions, medical technologies, and healthcare expertise. This session will provide first-hand insights into current healthcare developments, opportunities, and regional collaboration in South East Asia.
Event Details
South East Asia | Health~Holland Country Update
For: Dutch Life Sciences & Health (LSH) organisations and partners interested in expanding into Southeast Asia
10 December 2025
09:00
10:30
Netherlands, Europe
Online
Free of Charge
How This Event Supports Your
Growth
For Dutch Life Sciences & Health SMEs and knowledge institutes, South East Asia offers a fertile environment for partnerships in hospital development, e-health, medtech, and financing.
This session helps you:
- Identify concrete market opportunities and emerging healthcare priorities in the region.
- Learn from experienced stakeholders and country representatives.
- Understand new financing opportunities through the TVM Healthcare Southeast Asia Fund (SEA Fund), designed to strengthen regional innovation and international collaboration.
- Connect with organisations ready to cooperate on sustainable healthcare solutions.
What to Expect
A concise, 1.5-hour online session bringing together public and private stakeholders to share updates, insights, and inspiration.
Programme
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09:00 – 09:10 |
Welcome & Introduction Daphne Elberse, Project Manager, Task Force Health Care |
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09:10 – 09:25 |
Malaysia – Market developments and collaboration opportunities, Pieter Blussé (Deputy Ambassador, Netherlands Embassy Kuala Lumpur) & Datuk Dr. Kuljit Singh (Medical Director, Prince Court Medical Centre; President, APHM) |
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09:25 – 09:40 |
Taiwan – Innovations and healthcare opportunities Matthijs van der Hoorn (Deputy Representative, Netherlands Office Taipei) |
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09:40 – 09:55 |
Indonesia – Market developments and outlook Agus Samsudin (Council Member, Indonesian Health Council; Head of Health Division, Muhammadiyah; Chairman of the Supervisory Board, Jakarta Islamic Hospital) |
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09:55 – 10:10 |
Financing Southeast Asia Healthcare Insights into Invest International’s cooperation with the TVM Healthcare Southeast Asia Fund (SEA Fund), combined with an overview of Invest International’s offerings and financing opportunities in the region Jasper Klapwijk (Manager Business Development & Health Lead) |
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10:10 – 10:25 |
Outlook 2026 Key takeaways and forward agenda for Dutch LSH engagement in South East Asia |
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10:25 – 10:30 |
Questions & Closing Daphne Elberse, Project Manager, Task Force Health Care |
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Event Details
For: Dutch Life Sciences & Health (LSH) organisations and partners interested in expanding into Southeast Asia
10 December 2025
Netherlands, Europe
Online
Free of Charge
In collaboration with
Speakers
Daphne Elberse
Project Manager, Task Force Health Care
Task Force Health Care connects Dutch healthcare expertise internationally. Micha will moderate key insights on Southeast Asia’s fast-growing healthcare markets.
Pieter Blussé
Deputy Ambassador and Head of the Economic Team at the Netherlands Embassy in Malaysia
Sharing the latest trends and developments in Malaysia’s healthcare sector and collaboration opportunities.
Matthijs van der Hoorn
Deputy Representative and Head of the Economic Department at the Netherlands Office Taipei
Presenting the latest developments in Taiwan’s healthcare landscape. Showing where opportunities for meaningful collaboration are growing.
Agus Samsudin
Council Member, Indonesian Health Council; Head of Health Division, Muhammadiyah; Chairman of the Supervisory Board, Jakarta Islamic Hospital
Providing an integrated view of Indonesia’s healthcare sector, combining national regulatory experience with leadership roles across Muhammadiyah’s hospital network and the Jakarta Islamic Hospital system.
Jasper Klapwijk
Manager Business Development & Health Lead
Providing an overview of Invest International’s collaboration with the TVM Healthcare Southeast Asia Fund and outlining financing opportunities for Dutch companies aiming to expand or partner in the region.
Datuk Dr Kuljit Singh
Medical Director, Prince Court Medical Centre, President, Association of Private Hospitals of Malaysia (APHM), Former Chair, Asian Hospital Federation
Offering a local expert view on Malaysia’s private healthcare sector, highlighting key developments and emerging opportunities for collaboration with Dutch partners.
Stay connected
For more information about this mission or opportunities for collaboration, feel free to reach out:
Contact name: Daphne Elberse, Project Manager
Phone: +31 6 26 95 15 74
E-mail: daphne.elberse@tfhc.nl
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