First Round Of Malaysia-EU FTA Negotiations Set For June 30 In Belgium

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) — The first round of negotiations for a new and comprehensive free trade agreement (FTA) between the European Union (EU) and Malaysia will commence in Brussels, Belgium, from June 30 to July 4 this year.

Malaysia Emphasises Resilience, Inclusivity In Trade At APEC MRT Meeting

From Muhammad Muzammil Abdullah

JEJU (South Korea), May 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia today reiterated its commitment to fostering a resilient, inclusive, and future-ready trade environment during the 31st Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Ministers Responsible for Trade (MRT) Meeting, which just concluded in Jeju, South Korea. 

MATRADE Expanding Emerging Market Export Presence With RM50 Mln Boost

KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) is expanding Malaysia’s export presence in emerging markets, following the government’s RM50 million allocation for its global trade diversification strategy.

MIHAS 2025: Leveraging MDT Platform To Target RM4.5 Bln in Global Halal Sales

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- The 21st Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) will leverage its groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI)-powered MADANI Digital Trade (MDT) platform to target RM4.5 billion in global halal sales for 2025.

Why America Excludes Sales, Services From Its Trade Deficits: Strategic Blind Spot In Asia

KUALA LUMPUR, April 19 (Bernama) -- In the calculus of international trade, perception is power. Nowhere is this more evident than in the way the United States (US) calculates and presents its trade deficit.

Sirehemas Targets Sales Of 236,000 Units Across Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 (Bernama) -- Sirehemas Pharma Sdn Bhd (Sirehemas), in collaboration with Euglena Co Ltd (Euglena), aims to sell more than 236,000 units of its latest health products — Euglena Royal Algae Drink and Euglena Collagen Shot - across Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore this year.

Strengthening US Ties, Hybrid Trade Vital For Malaysia’s Economy

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia should strengthen its diplomatic ties with key partners such as the United States (US), particularly in business, investment, and security, to ensure sustainable economic growth and maintain fair and balanced trade.

Trump’s Tariff: A Test Of Malaysia’s Trade Resilience

By Dr Paul Anthony Maria Das

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- United States (US) President Donald Trump’s sweeping decision to impose a 24 per cent blanket tariff on Malaysian imports is more than just a protectionist measure.

Tariffs, Trump And Trade: Why Malaysia Must Choose Restraint Over Retaliation

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- The recent decision by the United States (US) to impose tariffs on Malaysian exports marks a sharp turn in global economic diplomacy, one that is symptomatic of deeper geopolitical anxieties. 

Reezal Merican’s Term As MATRADE Chairman Extended For Two Years

KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 (Bernama) -- Datuk Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican will remain chairman of the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) for another two years, starting April 18, 2025.  

Malaysia Remains Committed To Facilitating New Investment - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia remains committed to facilitating new investments while addressing challenges arising from the geopolitical and geoeconomic landscape, said Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. 

MATRADE Launches MADANI Digital Trade

KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), in partnership with software developer Nazsoft Tech Sdn Bhd, has launched MADANI Digital Trade (MDT), an integrated virtual showcase to strengthen Malaysian exporters’ access to global markets.