FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2015 KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysian companies looking to expand their businesses overseas are urged to participate in the Incoming Buying Mission (IBM) to be held in conjunction with Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2015. The event, scheduled for 31 March 2015, will take place at Level 1, Menara MATRADE, Kuala Lumpur from 10.00am to 5.00pm.

The IBM will be held a day prior to the opening of MIHAS trade fair on 1 April 2015. The trade fair will take place at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) and will end on 4 April 2015.

IBM MIHAS provides a rare opportunity for Malaysian companies to participate in a one-to-one business matching session with international buyers. More than 300 companies from 42 countries will participate in this one-day event. Among the participating countries are China, Algeria, Indonesia, Thailand, India, Korea, Japan, Qatar, Taiwan and Hong Kong.

The international buyers attending the matching session are mainly looking to source for food products among which include juices, cordials, poultry, seafood, fruits & nuts, bakery products, jam, jelly, puddings, spices & condiments, processed vegetables and fruits. However, Malaysian suppliers of food packaging & containers, herbal & traditional products as well as toiletries should also participate in this event.

In 2014, MIHAS has successfully generated USD291.4 million of total sales, of which USD143.9 million were from the IBM. The top three nations that have made the most contribution through 2014’s IBM were China, South Korea and Japan.

To register as participant for IBM MIHAS, please e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. For more information on MIHAS log on to www.halal.com.my or www.matrade.gov.my.