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1. What type of training programmes are organised by MATRADE?
2. What are the topics covered under the training programme?
3. What are the assistance programmes offered by MATRADE for SMEs?
4. How do I participate in the Women or Bumiputera Development Program?
5. How long does it take to process the Market Development Grant Application?

1. What type of training programmes are organised by MATRADE?

Workshops and seminars organised by MATRADE nurtures and update exporters on trade developments and business opportunities in the international market. Various topics are covered such as export opportunities in new and emerging markets, enhancing product image, technical requirements and changes in market trends. Companies can view the list of trainings / workshops for the year from MATRADE’s website.

2. What are the topics covered under the training programme?

The topics covered include branding, country briefings, import regulations, international product and environmental standards, trade financing, market updates and market requirements.

3. What are the assistance programmes offered by MATRADE for SMEs?

Market Development Grant (MDG) and Brand Promotion Grant (BPG) are the two main assistance programmes offered by MATRADE to assist Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to undertake activities for the development of export markets. For MDG, companies can obtain a 50% matching grant on the approved cost of the eligible activities.

As for BPG, the grant is divided into 100% reimbursable grant for the development and promotion of brand in the international market subject to maximum grant of RM1 million; or 100% reimbursable grant and a 50% reimbursable grant subject to maximum grant of RM 2 million for SMEs. For Non SMEs, companies can obtain a 50% reimbursable grant subject to maximum grant of RM2 million.

4. How do I participate in the Women or Bumiputera Development Programme?

The participation to these two programmes are done by selection.

5. How long does it takes to process the Market Development Grant Application?

MATRADE’s client charter is to review all completed Market Development Grant (MDG) applications and to give the results to the applicants within 10 working days.