MATRADE publications are highly respected and well referred to by companies looking to source for products and services.
An authoritative publisher of directories, exporter guidebooks and bulletins, MATRADE publications are highly respected and well referred to by companies looking to source for products and services. The results of the research studies are made available to Malaysian companies through MATRADE publications.
- Handbook
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Malaysia Your Business Partner
A handbook as a guide for sourcing from Malaysia.
(Also Available in CD-ROM)
- e-Publications
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Services Sector Bulletin
MATRADE has introduced the Services Sector Bulletin that is disseminated through the email to Malaysian services providers, services associations and relevant agencies. This monthly Bulletin covers different aspects of the multi-faceted services sector such as information on upcoming projects, new regulations pertaining to services, incoming sourcing mission, trade outgoing missions, exhibitions and conferences organized specifically for the services sector.
MATRADE Online News
MATRADE Online News is a fortnightly newsletter that is disseminated through e-mail and MATRADE’s portal via MyExport to Malaysian exporters registered with MATRADE. MATRADE Online News contents include upcoming trade events, seminars, incoming buying missions, market alerts by our Trade Commissioners overseas as well as updates on trade regulations, policies and MATRADE’s Business Library’s collections.
Trade Leads
An opportunity to grow your exports with trade leads compiled from enquiries received from foreign importers interested to source Malaysian products. Malaysian exporters must be registered with MATRADE to access these trade leads, via MyExport.
- Directories
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Malaysia Exporters of Print Media Services Directory 2010-2012

Malaysia Office Furniture Directory 2010-2012

Malaysia Sauces & Condiments Directory 2010-2012

Malaysia Tea, Coffee and Cocoa Directory 2011-2013

Malaysia Exporters of Oleochemicals Directory 2011-2013

Outsourcing Malaysia Directory 2010-2011
A landscape of Malaysia's Outsourcing IndustryPublished by MATRADE in joint collaboration with Outsourcing Malaysia, PIKOM (Persatuan Industri Komputer & Multimedia Malaysia) / the Association of the Computer and Multimedia Industry of Malaysia, Multimedia Development Corporation (MDeC) in support of Multimedia Super Corridor (MSC). This first edition of OM Directory focuses on 75 companies in Information Technology Outsourcing (ITO), 58 companies in Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and 41 companies in other categories of outsourcing companies provides access to an attractive and preferred outsourcing destination.

Malaysia Exporters of Halal Products & Services Directory 2010-2011
Published by MATRADE in joint collaboration with the Halal Industry Development Corporation (HDC) and Department of Islamic Development Malaysia / Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM). This first edition of the halal directory which features 228 Malaysia’s companies is a valuable source of information for international buyers interested in acquiring Malaysia halal products and services which are certified by recognised and competent authorities of Malaysia.

Malaysia Confectionery Directory
A compilation of 122 Malaysian companies are listed to showcase Malaysia home-made delicious sugar confectionery, chocolates, biscuits and cakes.

Food & Beverage Directory 2010/11
A joint collaboration with the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM), this fourth edition of the Food & Beverage Directory profiling 1, 300 companies and 2,900 products incorporating halal food section.
(Also Available in CD-ROM)

Malaysia Oil & Gas Services (3.99 MB)Malaysia Oil & Gas Services Directory
Published by MATRADE in collaboration with the Malaysian Oil & Gas Services Council (MOGSC), Offshore Structure Fabricators Association of Malaysia (OSFAM) and Association of Malaysian Oil & Gas Engineering Consultants (MOGEC). The directory contains a listing of 150 companies involved in a wide of range of services from fabrication to engineering and logistics. In addition the directory has information on Malaysia's capabilities and expertise in the oil and gas industry as well as a list of useful contacts in the industry.
(Also Available in CD-ROM)

Chemicals Malaysia 2008/09
Published in joint collaboration with the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM), this first edition of the Chemicals Malaysia 2008/09 showcases a comprehensive and useful references of 876 Malaysia's leading chemicals manufacturers and services related companies.
(Also Available in CD-ROM)
- Coffee Table Books
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Green Technology (11.11 MB)Malaysia Excellence & Capabilities in Green Technology
The publication of “Malaysia - Excellence & Capabilities in Green Technology” features Malaysia’s ongoing efforts in the development and promotion of green technology.
It provides entrepreneurs and end users with a useful reference on Malaysian services providers in this sector:
- Energy Efficiency
- Renewable Energy
- Indoor Environmental Quality
- Sustainable Sites Planning & Management
- Materials & Resources
- Water Management; and
- Going Global
The publication serves as a source of information on Malaysian service providers who offer services on green or environmental friendly technologies.
(Also Available in CD-ROM)

Malaysia - Excellence in Construction and Design
The publication of Malaysia - Excellence in Construction and Design is part of MATRADE’s efforts in branding the Malaysia’s professional services.
Containing more than 80 pictorials of projects that were designed and developed by Malaysian professionals throughout the world, the publication highlights different aspects of the Malaysian professional services industries, as well as showcasing their capabilities and expertise.
Sections of the publication include :
- Icons of Malaysia
- Urban Spaces – Towards Innovative and Sustainable Urban Development
- Transportation and Infrastructure – State of the Art Connectivity
- Institutional – World Class Centre with a Distinctive Difference
- Civil Engineering Works and Utilities
- Going Global
- Guidebooks
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Beginner's Guide To Exporting
The handbook consists of guidelines on exporting for Malaysian entrepreneurs, especially the small and medium-scale enterprises. The book covers such subjects as getting started to exporting, understanding export requirements, pricing for export financing, preparing for export documentation and legal aspects of exports.

Guidelines for Application of Market Development Grant
A comprehensive guidebook, published in both English and Bahasa Malaysia outlining the processes involved in Market Development Grant to help develop and promote Malaysian products and services in the international market.

Guidelines For Application of Brand Promotion Grant
A comprehensive guidebook outlining the processes involved in Brand Promotion Grant to help develop and promote Malaysian products and services in the international market.

CE-Marking - A Product Passport to Enter the EU
A guidebook reproduced with permission from CBI News Bulletin ( Centre for the Promotion of Imports from Developing Countries, The Netherlands) detailing the CE-Marking requirements for exporters.

Secrets of Electronic Commerce
This is a joint publication with International Trade Centre (ITC), based on the ITC guide on e-commerce for exporters. The book covers subjects such as e-commerce strategy, on-line market research, legal issues, and on-line procurement.
- Magazine / Bulletin
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What's New from Malaysia
“What's New from Malaysia” is a publication featuring information on new and innovative products and services from Malaysia. Published quarterly, regular updates on the latest range of products and services are made available to assist the international business community for their sourcing needs.
This publication highlights a combination of ground-breaking innovations together with a wide range of interesting products and services produced by Malaysian companies. Articles were on healthcare, electrical & electronics, technology, engineering, automotive, machinery & equipment, construction & building materials, franchising, education, food & beverage and green products.
The international business community can source for the various products and services highlighted in this issue with ease and confidence, by clicking on to www.whatsnew.my for details.

Trade Mart (Bi-monthly bulletin)
Featuring Focus, Exporters’ Guide, Market Opportunities, Market Alerts, Business Update, MATRADE Events, Exporters’ Trail and more.
- Market Information Reports
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Market Alert
Stay ahead of your competitors with timely updates on wide ranging information covering market conditions and trends, trade policies and regulations, business opportunities and other trade information that matters. Malaysian exporters must be registered with MATRADE to access these market alerts via MyExport.
Product Market Study
Keep abreast with specific market prospects, trends, potential products, standards, distribution channels and potential buyers before you venture your business abroad. Malaysian exporters must be registered with MATRADE to access these product market studies via MyExport.
- Brochures
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FTA Series
- Malaysia Free Trade Agreement (FTA)
- ASEAN-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership (AJCEP)
- Malaysia-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement (MJEPA)
- Malaysia-Pakistan Closer Economic Partnership Agreement (MPCEPA)

International Trade Fairs in Malaysia 2010/2011 (Annually brochure)
A comprehensive calendar of major trade events in the country incorporating updates on the latest events.

MATRADE Upcoming Events (Quarterly brochure)
A quarterly calendar featuring highlights of MATRADE's local trade-related events (seminars, workshops, briefings & consultations, MIHAS, INTRADE and KLITF), international trade exhibitions, promotion booths, trade & investment missions, specialised marketing missions and joint promotion activities.
- Jan - Mar 2011

Series of Bahasa Malaysia Brochures
- Kenali MATRADE
- Aktiviti Promosi MATRADE
- Panduan Mengeksport
- Daftar Pengeksport & Portal MATRADE
- Kenali Perjanjian Perdagangan Bebas
- Annual Reports
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Annual Report 2010
Total trade in 2010 registered strong recovery of 18.3 per cent to RM1.169 trillion, compared to a contraction of 16.6 per cent recorded in 2009. Exports expanded by 15.6 per cent to RM639.43 billion while imports grew by 21.7 per cent to RM529.19 billion resulting in a trade surplus of RM110.23 billion. Exports of manufactured products increased by 11.6 per cent to RM460.96 billion, contributing 72.1 per cent to Malaysia’s total exports in 2010. Mining exports increased by 28.5 per cent to RM101.90 billion while agriculture goods grew by 29.6 per cent to RM71.80 billion.
Annual Report 2009
Malaysia recorded a trade surplus for the 12th consecutive year in 2009 totalling RM118.35 billion. The world economic slowdown in 2009 resulted in an overall decline in global trade. Malaysia’s total trade decreased by 16.6 per cent to RM988.24 billion from RM1.185 trillion in 2008. Exports declined by 16.6 per cent to RM553.3 billion, compared with RM663.49 billion in 2008. Imports were lower by 16.6 per cent to RM434.94 billion in 2009, from RM521.61 billion in 2008. The decline was due to lower demand from Malaysia’s major trading partners following the global economic slowdown.
Annual Report 2008
Overall in 2008, Malaysia recorded an impressive growth of 6.8 per cent in its total trade to reach RM1.185 trillion. This was the third consecutive year that total trade surpassed the RM1 trillion mark. Exports grew by 9.6 per cent to RM663.49 billion while imports recorded growth of 3.3 percent to RM521.61 billion, resulting in trade surplus of RM141.88 billion. This is the highest trade surplus ever recorded since 1997. The growth in exports for the year was especially significant in the first three quarters of the year before decelerating in the last quarter due to the impact of the global economic slowdown.








