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Malaysian Exporters Urged To Adopt Proactive, Adaptive Approach Amid West Asia Crisis

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysian exporters need to adopt a proactive and adaptive approach to navigate the evolving landscape due to the West Asian crisis, according to speakers at a webinar organised by the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE).

Domestic Logistics Sector To Remain Steady This Year On E-commerce Boom, AI Tailwinds

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB) expects the domestic logistics sector’s growth to remain steady in 2026, benefiting from booming e-commerce, supported by the global tech upcycle led by artificial intelligence (AI) data centre demand, a resilient US economy, and potential trade diversion amid US-China trade tensions. 

MATRADE Aims To Boost Malaysia-Uzbekistan Trade, Taps Central Asia As Strategic Gateway

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corp (MATRADE) is stepping up efforts to strengthen bilateral trade between Malaysia and Uzbekistan, positioning the Central Asian nation as a strategic gateway to the broader regional market.

Malaysia Records Sales Of Over RM200 Mln At China Food And Drinks Fair

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia secured sales of more than RM200 million at the 114th China Food and Drinks Fair (CFDF) last month through the participation of the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) in collaboration with Messe Worldwide Sdn Bhd.

Malaysia's Trade Rises 9.5 Pct To RM245.2 Bln In February 2026, Says DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, March 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s trade grew 9.5 per cent to RM245.2 billion in February 2026 from RM223.9 billion a year earlier, the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DoSM) said. 

MATRADE Takes Mitigation Steps To Safeguard Malaysian Exports Amid West Asia Conflicts

KUALA LUMPUR, March 5 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) is taking proactive steps to cushion the impact of escalating geopolitical conflicts in West Asia, by activating a comprehensive mitigation framework to support Malaysian exporters navigating maritime blockades, surging logistics costs and supply chain disruptions. 

DOSM: Crude Oil, Condensate Production Rises 1.1 Pct In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 (Bernama) -- Crude oil and condensate production rose by 1.1 per cent to 183.6 million barrels in 2025, reversing the 3.5 per cent decline recorded in 2024, said the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

Malaysia’s Exports To CPTPP Member Countries Reach RM486.80 Bln In 2025 -- MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, March 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s exports to member countries of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) rose by 4.7 per cent to RM486.80 billion in 2025, compared with RM464.80 billion in 2024

Potential Upside Seen For Malaysia’s External Trade In 2026 On E&E Boost - MBSB IB

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- Potential upside from the front-loading of electrical and electronics (E&E) shipments ahead of phased United States tariffs on a broader range of semiconductor products could support Malaysia’s external trade in 2026, according to MBSB Investment Bank Bhd (MBSB IB).

Malaysia's January 2026 Trade Performance Up 12.6 Pct Y-O-Y To RM272.37 Bln -- MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s trade performance in January 2026 remained robust, rising 12.6 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) to RM272.37 billion, compared to RM241.97 billion in the same period last year, said the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).

China's Sanctions On US Defence Firms Do Not Directly Affect Malaysia's Trade, FDI -- MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 10 (Bernama) -- The sanctions imposed by China on several United States (US) defense companies following arms sales to Taiwan at the end of 2025 do not have a direct impact on trade and foreign direct investment (FDI) into Malaysia, particularly in the electrical and electronics (E&E) sector.

Investment Banks Positive On Malaysia’s Manufacturing Sector Outlook In 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 9 (Bernama) -- Investment banks have remained positive on Malaysia’s manufacturing sector outlook in 2026, citing resilient domestic demand, reduced tariff uncertainty and steady investment activity as key factors supporting growth.