46 TOWARDS THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE EXPORTS MATRADE’s Europe & Americas section conducted a virtual INSP for Europe (Premium Buyers) to match importers with Malaysian companies, with the aim of exploring business opportunities. A total of 12 matches between 12 Malaysian companies and seven (7) importing businesses from Belgium, Hungary, Germany, Russia, Turkey, and the United Kingdom, were facilitated, generating sales of RM52.41 million. The promoted products and services included printed circuit board assembly, contract manufacturing of cable harnesses, maintenance, repair and overhaul of railways, and processed food products, including seafood. The working visit of the MITI Senior Minister and MIDA to the REpublic of Turkey was coordinated by MATRADE’s Istanbul office, in conjunction with the Prime Minister’s official visit. The Senior Minister held bilateral meetings with the Turkish Minister of Trade, strengthening trade, investment and economic relations between the two countries. Both sides agreed to expand the scope of the existing Malaysia-Turkey Free Trade Agreement (MTFTA). The expansion of the MFTA’s scope will involve the service sector, e-commerce, and investments. MATRADE will facilitate collaboration on technical collaborations and capacity building activities under the MFTA to enhance trade performance. International Sourcing Programme (INSP) for Europe (Premium Buyer) 2022 MITI Senior Minister’s Working Visit, in conjunction with the Prime Minister’s Official visit to the Republic of Turkey Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Istanbul, Turkey 1 Apr - 31 Dec 2022 5 - 8 Jul 2022 EUROPE & AMERICAS
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