Press Releases 2023
Malaysia's External Trade Performance for October 2023 and The Period of January-October 2023
TRADE PERFORMANCE FOR OCTOBER 2023 AND THE PERIOD OF JANUARY- OCTOBER 2023 #
Trade Exceeded the RM2 trillion Mark in the First Ten Months
On a month-on-month (m-o-m) basis, Malaysia’s trade in October 2023 expanded by 6.8% to RM239.52 billion. Exports increased by 1.5% to RM126.19 billion and imports registered a double-digit growth of 13.4% to RM113.33 billion. Trade surplus reached RM12.87 billion, marking the 42nd consecutive month of trade surplus since May 2020.
Malaysia’s trade declined at a softer pace of 2.4% year-on-year (y-o-y), compared with the double-digit decrease reported in the previous month. Exports eased by 4.4% and imports reduced marginally by 0.2%. Malaysia's performance was similar with its key trading partners notably China, Taiwan RoC and Indonesia which experienced negative trade growth in October 2023 and a reduction in global imports.
For the period of January to October 2023, trade surpassed the RM2 trillion mark, reaching RM2.181 trillion. Exports amounted to RM1.186 trillion, while imports were valued at RM995.55 billion. Trade, exports and imports each posted an 8% decrease compared to the corresponding period last year. Trade surplus was lower by 7.9%, amounting to RM190.04 billion.
Export Performance of Major Sectors
Robust Exports of Agriculture Goods
In October 2023, exports of manufactured goods, constituting 85.3% or RM107.59 billion of total exports slipped by 3.5% y-o-y as a result of lower demand for petroleum products as well as electrical and electronic (E&E) products. However, exports of transport equipment, processed food, machinery, equipment and parts, manufactures of metal, paper and pulp products as well as wood products registered expansion.
Exports of agriculture goods (7.1% share) improved by 3.3% to RM8.90 billion compared to October 2022, marking its first positive growth after twelve consecutive months of decline.
Exports of mining goods (6.9% share) dipped by 21.9% y-o-y to RM8.75 billion attributed to lesser exports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and crude petroleum.
Major exports in October 2023:
- E&E products, valued at RM49.23 billion and accounted for 39% of total exports, decreased by 2.3% compared to October 2022;
- Petroleum products, RM13.85 billion, 11% of total exports, ↓23.7%;
- Palm oil and palm oil-based agriculture products, RM6.56 billion, 5.2% of total exports, ↓0.8%;
- Chemicals and chemical products, RM6.47 billion, 5.1% of total exports, ↓2.5%; and
- Machinery, equipment and parts, RM5.16 billion, 4.1% of total exports, ↑6.6%.
On a m-o-m basis, exports of agriculture and mining goods rose by 10.7% and 10.4%, respectively while exports of manufactured goods declined marginally.
For the period of January to October 2023, exports of manufactured goods weakened by 6.3% to RM1.016 trillion compared to the same period of 2022 attributed to lower exports of petroleum products, palm oil-based manufactured products and rubber products. However, exports of processed food, paper and pulp products as well as transport equipment recorded strong growth.
Exports of mining goods declined by 12.8% to RM84.92 billion owing to lower shipments of LNG and crude petroleum due to lower commodity prices.
Exports of agriculture goods dropped by 23.0% to RM77.74 billion, underpinned by lesser exports of palm oil and palm oil-based agriculture products following the decrease in export prices of palm oil.
Trade Performance with Major Markets
ASEAN - Trade Rebounded in October 2023
In October 2023, trade with ASEAN rebounded by 1.7% y-o-y, took up 26.9% or RM64.39 billion of Malaysia’s total trade. Exports edged down by 5.7% to RM36.57 billion due to lower exports of E&E products and petroleum products. However, the contraction was partially offset by increased exports of chemicals and chemical products, coupled with palm oil and palm oil-based agriculture products. Imports from ASEAN recorded double-digit growth of 13.4% to RM27.82 billion.
Breakdown of exports to ASEAN countries:
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RM17.87 billion, decreased by 8.2%, y-o-y; |
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RM5.62 billion, ↑11.6%; |
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RM4.63 billion, ↓21.3%; |
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RM4.48 billion, ↓10.1%; |
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RM2.61 billion, ↑20.4%; |
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RM896.1 million, ↑13.9%; |
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RM287.1 million, ↑14.7%; |
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RM150.7 million, ↓30.1%; and |
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RM17.7 million, ↑132.5%. |
Among Malaysia’s major export markets in ASEAN that recorded double-digit growth were Viet Nam which grew by RM585.2 million and the Philippines increased by RM441.5 million each buoyed by higher exports of petroleum products.
Trade, exports and imports expanded by 5.7%, 2.7% and 10.0%, respectively compared to September 2023.
For the period of January to October 2023, trade with ASEAN dropped by 6.9% to RM600.49 billion compared to the corresponding period of 2022. Exports dipped by 6.7% to RM350.8 billion resulting from lower shipments of petroleum products, chemicals and chemical products as well as palm oil and palm oil-based agriculture products. Nevertheless, increased exports were registered for non-metallic mineral products, beverages and tobacco as well as processed food. Imports from ASEAN dropped by 7.1% to RM249.69 billion.
China – Trade Improved in October 2023
In October 2023, trade with China represented 17.7% or RM42.31 billion of Malaysia’s total trade, recording a 1.9% y-o-y increase after experiencing seven consecutive months of decline. However, exports to China eased by 7.0% to RM17.13 billion attributed to the decrease in exports of LNG, palm oil and palm oil-based agriculture products, E&E products as well as chemicals and chemical products. Despite the contraction, positive growth was seen for exports of metalliferous ores and metal scrap, petroleum products as well as paper and pulp products. Imports from China rose by 8.9% to RM25.18 billion.
Compared to September 2023, trade, exports and imports were higher by 10.6%, 3.1% and 16.3%, respectively.
For the period of January to October 2023, trade with China contracted by 8.0% to RM369.09 billion compared to the same period of 2022. Exports fell by 9.5% to RM157.35 billion on the back of reduced shipments of E&E products, palm oil and palm oil-based agriculture products as well as iron and steel products.
In contrast, exports grew for paper and pulp products, metalliferous ores and metal scrap, transport equipment and processed food. Imports from China was lower by 6.9% to RM211.74 billion.
The US – Exports Expanded in October 2023
Trade with the United States (US) in October 2023 which accounted for 9.2% of Malaysia’s total trade declined by 7.7% y-o-y to RM22.14 billion. Exports picked up by 4.0% to RM14.3 billion, marking a turnaround after two successive months of decline. The expansion was contributed by higher exports of transport equipment, manufactures of metal as well as machinery, equipment and parts. Imports from the US contracted by 23.5% to RM7.84 billion.
On a m-o-m basis, imports increased by 2.3% while trade and exports were lower by 1.4% and 3.2%, respectively.
During the first ten months of 2023, trade with the US edged down by 8.0% to RM204.87 billion compared to the same period of 2022. Exports eased by 2.8% to RM133.75 billion on account of lower exports of wood products, rubber products as well palm oil-based manufactured products. Conversely, positive growth was seen in exports of E&E products, transport equipment as well optical and scientific equipment. Imports from the US fell by 16.5% to RM71.13 billion.
The EU – Positive Uptick in Trade
Trade with the European Union (EU) which constituted 7.5% of Malaysia's total trade in October 2023 recorded a 3.4% y-o-y increase to RM18.07 billion. Exports declined slightly by 0.1% to RM9.77 billion owing to lower shipments of iron and steel products as well as petroleum products. Nonetheless, the decrease in exports was mitigated by the double-digit expansion of E&E products and transport equipment. Imports from the EU expanded by 7.8% to RM8.3 billion.
Breakdown of exports to the top 10 EU markets which accounted for 90.4% of Malaysia’s total exports to the region were:
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RM3.13 billion, increased by 3.0%, y-o-y; |
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RM2.60 billion, ↑7.9%; |
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RM790.8 million, ↓28.1%; |
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RM536.4 million, ↑85.3%; |
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RM423.3 million, ↓17.1%; |
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RM373.8 million, ↓39.4%; |
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RM322.5 million, ↑354.0%; |
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RM242.1 million, ↓10.4%; |
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RM230.9 million, ↑44.5%; and |
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RM178.6 million, ↑120.2%. |
Exports to the EU markets that recorded significant growth were Ireland which increased by RM251.4 million owing to strong exports of transport equipment, Italy (↑RM246.9 million, palm oil-based manufactured products) and Germany (↑RM190 million, E&E products).
Compared to September 2023, trade, exports and imports climbed by 2.9%, 0.6% and 5.7%, respectively.
During the first ten months of 2023, trade with the EU contracted by 3.1% to RM171.77 billion compared to the same period of 2022. Exports edged down by 9.1% to RM94.07 billion underpinned by lower exports of palm oil and palm oil-based products as well as rubber products while higher demand was seen for E&E products, transport equipment as well as optical and scientific equipment. Imports from the EU was up by 5.3% to RM77.69 billion.
Japan – Double-Digit Export Growth for Optical & Scientific Equipment and Processed Food
In October 2023, trade with Japan which absorbed 5.4% or RM12.88 billion of Malaysia’s total trade, fell by 19.5% y-o-y. Exports decreased by 23.4% to RM6.63 billion on lower shipments of LNG, E&E products as well as crude petroleum. In contrast, double-digit export growth was recorded for optical and scientific equipment as well as processed food. Imports from Japan dipped by 14.9% to RM6.25 billion.
On a m-o-m basis, imports expanded by 11.7% while trade and exports eased by 0.4% and 9.7%, respectively.
In January to October 2023, trade with Japan weakened by 14.1% to RM129.86 billion compared to the same period of 2022. Exports dropped by 13.3% to RM70.9 billion due to lower shipments of LNG, petroleum products as well as E&E products. However, higher exports was recorded for crude petroleum as well as optical and scientific equipment. Imports from Japan declined by 15.0% to RM58.96 billion.
Trade with FTA Partners
In October 2023, trade with Free Trade Agreement (FTA) partners which contributed 66.2% or RM158.58 billion to Malaysia’s total trade declined slightly by 1.6% y-o-y. Exports to FTA partners contracted by 5.6% to RM86.28 billion and imports grew by 3.6% to RM72.3 billion.
In term of markets, increases in exports were recorded to the Republic of Korea (ROK) which grew by 9.5% to RM5.28 billion and Mexico (↑10.9% to RM1.76 billion) driven by solid exports of petroleum products. Meanwhile, exports to Hong Kong SAR edged up by 5.9% to RM7.87 billion led by higher exports of E&E products and exports to India (↑4.6% to RM3.94 billion contributed by higher exports of palm oil and palm oil-based agriculture products.
Expansion in exports were registered to Türkiye which expanded by 3.3% to RM1.15 billion boosted by solid exports of iron and steel products. Additionally, exports to Peru rose by 6.6% to RM57.5 million bolstered by higher exports of textiles, apparels and footwear while exports to Chile grew by 1.4% to RM48.3 million due to higher demand for processed food.
Compared to September 2023, trade, exports and imports expanded by 4.7%, 1.4% and 9.0%, respectively.
Trade with FTA partners during the first ten months of 2023 contracted by 7.6% to RM1.472 trillion compared to the same period of last year. Exports was lower by 6.8% to RM826.13 billion and imports decreased by 8.6% to RM645.94 billion.
Import Performance
Total imports in October 2023 contracted marginally by 0.2% y-o-y to RM113.33 billion. The three main categories of imports by end use, which accounted for 68.8% of total imports were:
- Intermediate goods, valued at RM55.87 billion or 49.3% of total imports, declined by 7.9% y-o-y, following lower imports of parts and accessories for non-transport capital goods;
- Capital goods, valued at RM12.71 billion or 11.2% of total imports, increased by 8.6%, due to higher imports of non-transport capital goods; and
- Consumption goods, valued at RM9.37 billion or 8.3% of total imports, expanded by 9.9%, as a result of higher imports of processed food and beverages mainly for household consumption.
During the period of January to October 2023, imports weakened by 8.0% to RM995.55 billion compared to the corresponding period of 2022. Imports of intermediate goods dropped by 14.8% to RM505.05 billion compared to the same period last year, capital goods (↑1.1% to RM101.7 billion) and consumption goods (↓0.1% to RM85.16 billion).
Malaysian Companies Seal RM125 Million Worth of Deals in MATRADE-Led Mission to India and Bangladesh
FRIDAY, 17 NOVEMBER 2023, KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation’s (MATRADE) continues to drive Malaysia’s exports to the South Asia region and are increasingly gaining traction from Indian and Bangladeshi buyers. This is reflected in the recent Export Acceleration Mission (EAM) to India and Bangladesh, which generated total sales of RM125 million. More than 500 business meetings were organised in Mumbai, Chennai and Dhaka as part of this mission, which was held from 29 October to 3 November 2023.
The EAM featured the participation of nineteen (19) Malaysian companies across various sectors, including Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), building materials, machinery, Information and Communication Technology, oil and gas, medical devices, and services.
The sectors that generated the most sales included oil and gas and FMCG. MATRADE’s offices in Mumbai and Chennai collaborated with prominent chambers of commerce in India and Bangladesh to organise the business matching sessions as well as market visits, engagement sessions and networking sessions. Some of the foreign chambers that were involved in this EAM included:
- Bangladesh-Malaysia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BMCCI);
- The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM);
- Indian Chamber of International Business (ICIB);
- Madras Chamber of Commerce; and
- Hindustan Chamber of Commerce.
The EAM was organised to continue supporting Malaysian exporters’ efforts to grow their export footprint in South Asia. Currently, India and Bangladesh are Malaysia’s two largest trading partners in South Asia. In 2022, Malaysia’s total trade with India and Bangladesh reached RM86.22 billion and RM19.69 billion respectively.
The total trade between Malaysia and India for the period of January – September 2023 was worth RM56.51 billion. In that period, Malaysia exported RM34.18 billion to India while imports amounted to RM22.33 billion. The total trade between Malaysia and Bangladesh for the same period reached RM9.81 billion while exports and imports touched RM8.67 billion and RM1.14 billion respectively.
MATRADE will continue to promote and enhance exports of Malaysian products and services globally. Malaysian companies interested in exploring global opportunities are encouraged to contact MATRADE via email (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or through its social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & LinkedIn).
Pembangunan Ibu Kota Nusantara (IKN) Wujudkan Potensi Perdagangan Kepada Malaysia
JAKARTA, 9 NOVEMBER 2023 – Perbadanan Pembangunan Perdagangan Luar Malaysia (MATRADE) melihat potensi besar bagi meningkatkan perdagangan dengan Indonesia menerusi aktiviti pembangunan infrastruktur terutamanya di ibu negara baharu, Ibu Kota Nusantara (IKN), tegas YB Dato’ Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican, Pengerusi MATRADE lanjutan dari perjumpaan beliau bersama Kamar Dagang dan Industri Indonesia (KADIN) di Jakarta.
Dalam pertemuan tersebut, Dato’ Seri Reezal Merican menghargai hubungan rapat Malaysia dan Indonesia sebagai rakan strategik yang memanfaatkan kedua-dua negara dalam pelbagai bidang terutamanya perdagangan.
Pengumuman Presiden Indonesia mengenai pemindahan ibu negaranya dari Jakarta ke IKN mewujudkan peluang bagi syarikat-syarikat Malaysia menawarkan produk dan perkhidmatan mereka khususnya dalam bidang pembinaan dan infrastruktur.
Sehubungan itu, MATRADE merancang untuk menganjurkan Misi Akselerasi Eksport (EAM) bagi mempromosi produk dan perkhidmatan berkaitan pembinaan ke Jakarta dan IKN dari 18 hingga 21 Disember 2023 di mana kerjasama daripada KADIN dilihat akan dapat memastikan kejayaan misi ini. MATRADE dan KADIN boleh membantu syarikat-syarikat besar dari kedua-dua negara menjalin usahasama dalam menjayakan projek infrastruktur di IKN.
Berdasarkan pengalaman dalam pengendalian pelbagai projek tempatan mahupun antarabangsa, kemahiran dan kepakaran yang dimiliki oleh syarikat Malaysia dalam industri pembinaan dan kejuruteraan boleh dimanfaatkan bagi kolaborasi bersama pemain industri Indonesia, menyokong keperluan pemerintah Indonesia membangunkan ibu negara, IKN dalam waktu terdekat.
Dalam hal ini, antara projek pembangunan yang berpotensi untuk diterokai bagi kerjasama adalah pembinaan, lebuh raya bertol, perkhidmatan kejuruteraan, stesen janakuasa, telekomunikasi, hospital, perkhidmatan pengangkutan dan logistik serta teknologi maklumat.
Sebagai tambahan, Pengerusi MATRADE memaklumkan bahawa satu Memorandum Persefahaman (MoU) di antara MATRADE dan KADIN akan dimeterai tidak lama lagi di Kuala Lumpur bagi meningkatkan perdagangan di antara Malaysia dan Indonesia melalui penerokaan pelbagai bidang baharu khususnya berkaitan digital dan teknologi. Ini termasuk pelaksanaan platform digital yang membolehkan akses perdagangan serta validasi perniagaan dapat dilaksanakan dengan lebih pantas melalui bantuan kecerdasan buatan (AI).
Beliau turut mencadangkan penubuhan satu pasukan petugas khas di antara MATRADE dan KADIN bagi meneliti kerjasama dalam penggunaan platform digital sedia ada iaitu MATRADE Digital Trade Platform (MDTP) untuk mempromosi eksport barangan Malaysia dan Indonesia serta meneroka kolaborasi secara kolektif kedua-dua agensi menerusi pelbagai platform bagi merangsang akses pasaran yang lebih besar untuk eksport luar daripada ASEAN.
“Saya mahu lihat perdagangan Malaysia-Indonesia terus diperkukuh dan diangkat ke tahap yang lebih baik lagi. Saya yakin kerjasama MATRADE dan KADIN yang sedia terjalin ini akan memanfaatkan lebih banyak usahawan dan perusahaan dari kedua-dua negara,” ujar Dato’ Seri Reezal Merican.
Kunjungan ini merupakan sebahagian daripada pengisian Persidangan Pesuruhjaya Perdagangan Malaysia bagi Rantau Asean dan Oceania yang dipengerusikan oleh Dato’ Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican yang disertai Pesuruhjaya Perdagangan dan Penolong Pesuruhjaya Perdagangan MATRADE di rantau ASEAN dan Oceania.
Mid-Tier Companies Continue to Thrive and Attain Spectacular Achievements in 2022
14 NOVEMBER 2023, KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian Mid-Tier Companies (MTCs) continue to thrive and attain spectacular achievements amidst continuous global economic uncertainties since the post-pandemic’s recovery period. This was reflected in the Impact Tracking Report 2022 announced by MATRADE at MTCs CEO Summit 2023.
The MTCs demonstrated strong resilience, creative, committed, strove hard to venture into new export markets and innovative sectors, where they were able to serve the demand, as well as leveraging on growing business opportunities around the world.
Dato’ Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican, MATRADE’s Chairman acknowledged the perseverance and outstanding achievements of the MTCs. He presented the Impact Tracking Report of Mid-Tier Companies Development Programme (MTCDP) for the year 2022, where they have successfully registered RM33.9 billion of cumulative annual revenue, of which RM20.9 billion (or 61 percent) were generated from exporting activities.
Dato’ Seri Reezal Merican added, “The export revenue grew nearly 18 percent compared to previous year. MTCs had successfully set up their footprints in 55 international markets whereby among the top markets penetrated were Australia, USA and Greece.”
“MTCs have also bolstered the supply chain by engaging more than 9,000 micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) as their vendors or suppliers. MTCs have also created more than 5,500 new jobs, especially skilled jobs such as technicians and engineers, reflecting their commitment in upskilling, reskilling as well as cross-skilling to meet the new demand of the industries,” said YB Dato’ Seri Reezal Merican.
During this MTC CEO Summit, Dato’ Seri Reezal Merican has emphasized on digitalisation as another important agenda for MATRADE to strengthen the delivery of its services to Malaysian exporters. He announced that MATRADE Digital Trade Platform (MDTP) will be rebranded as “myTRADEDIGITAL” as a holistic and inclusive online platform, offering a comprehensive solution for trade promotion and exporters development via digital channels. It is powered with Artificial Intelligence, and will be integrated with another two digital initiatives by MATRADE, namely Single Information Portal for Export (SIPE) and Integrated Trade Events Platform (ITEP) to provide a comprehensive solution benefiting shareholders especially MSMEs and MTCs.
Chief Executive Officer of MATRADE, Datuk Mohd Mustafa Abdul Aziz has reiterated the importance of MTCs to strengthen their global competitiveness, seize new business opportunities and craft new strategies, targeting ASEAN markets as well as optimising current trends in the global supply chain.
“Despite the challenges posed by the current economic uncertainties, MTCs’ abilities to embrace and adapt to global megatrends would enable them to remain resilient and competitive. These will further accelerate market expansion and integration into global value chain,” Datuk Mohd Mustafa added.
MATRADE continues to enrich MTCs through their signature platform, MTCs CEO Summit 2023, with the theme “Energizing Export Growth, Harnessing Sustainability”. This Summit brought together more than 150 CEOs of MTCs who are the alumni of MTCDP. It aims to empower MTCs to leverage on new trends of digitalisation and sustainability to unlock more prospects in expanding their presence globally.
The highlight of the Summit was Fireside Chat with CEOs, sharing session featuring MTCs and Experts on “Charting Our Game Plan”. The panellists comprised of representatives from Brandt International and the Brainy Bunch, MATRADE and Deloitte Consulting.
They shared their thoughts, ideas and experience on charting new game plans for further export, initiatives that encompass sustainable growth, and development of a sustainable supply chain. Two (2) prominent industry experts were also invited to share about the current regional market outlook, opportunities as well as how a resilient supply chain is key to running a sustainable business.
The MTCDP was introduced in 2014 as one of the Government’s high impact initiatives in the Malaysia Development Plan, aimed to accelerate the export growth of MTCs to become regional and global champions.
In line with the MADANI Economy and NIMP 2030, MATRADE strives to create more export champions, supporting the ongoing efforts by the Government in regenerating Malaysian economy, driving the growth of new sectors while striking the balance to ensure the socio-economic inclusiveness and sustainability.
The MTCDP targets export-oriented MTCs with annual revenues between RM50 million to RM500 million for manufacturing companies and RM20 million to RM500 million for services companies. Interested companies are encouraged to contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more details.
Hari Eksport Johor: Kolaborasi Antara MATRADE dan Perbadanan Usahawan Johor Sdn Bhd (PUJB) Membangun Potensi Eksport PMKS
KUALA LUMPUR, 8 NOVEMBER 2023 - Perbadanan Pembangunan Perdagangan Luar Malaysia (MATRADE) dengan kerjasama Perbadanan Usahawan Johor Sdn Bhd (PUJB) menganjurkan Hari Eksport Johor 2023 bagi menggalakkan eksport produk dan perkhidmatan Malaysia, khususnya oleh Perusahaan Mikro, Kecil dan Sederhana (PMKS) Negeri Johor dalam usaha meningkatkan perdagangan antarabangsa, menerusi pelbagai aktiviti yang dapat membantu peniaga dan usahawan menembusi pasaran global.
Program ini mendapat sokongan dan penajaan oleh Exim Bank Malaysia, Fusionex Group, FedEx Malaysia, Hong Leong Islamic Bank Berhad dan Maybank Islamic Bank, lima entiti yang berperanan penting dalam ekosistem perdagangan bagi menyokong pertumbuhan eksport Malaysia.
Hari Eksport Johor 2023, yang berlangsung selama dua (2) hari bermula dari 8 hingga 9 November di KSL Hotel & Resort Johor Bahru, Johor telah dirasmikan oleh Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Pelaburan, Perdagangan dan Hal Ehwal Pengguna Negeri Johor, YB Tuan Lee Ting Han.
Program ini merupakan platform terbaik untuk menemukan komuniti perniagaan, terutamanya para usahawan tempatan dan pihak-pihak berkaitan dengan eksport bagi memahami pasaran global, menjalin hubungan perniagaan serta berkongsi pengetahuan dalam arena perdagangan antarabangsa.
Timbalan Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif (Pembangunan Pengeksport) MATRADE, Encik Abu Bakar Yusof menekankan bahawa Hari Eksport Johor 2023 merupakan sebuah platform penting untuk membangun dan membimbing lebih ramai usahawan pengeksport baharu di peringkat negeri Johor di samping dapat meluaskan pasaran antarabangsa serta pasaran sedia ada bagi tujuan meningkatkan ekonomi Malaysia, terutamanya bagi Negeri Johor.
“Program ini berperanan sebagai satu pusat sehenti bagi perkongsian maklumat asas berkaitan ekosistem eksport serta akses kepada perkhidmatan sokongan yang disediakan oleh kerajaan. MATRADE berharap usahawan di Negeri Johor mendapat manfaat daripada program ini untuk mengembangkan perniagaan mereka ke pasaran antarabangsa dan seterusnya dapat menyumbang kepada kemajuan ekonomi negeri Johor, khususnya dan Malaysia, amnya,” tambah beliau.
Untuk makluman, Kerajaan Negeri Johor menerusi Anak Syarikat Kumpulan Permodalan Darul Ta’zim Sdn Bhd (PDT) iaitu Perbadanan Usahawan Johor Sdn Bhd (PUJB) mengambil inisiatif berkerjasama dengan MATRADE bagi menganjurkan Hari Eksport Johor 2023.
Fokus utama penganjuran program ini memberi ruang dan platform kepada usahawan di Johor bagi mengetahui peluang terutama dalam sektor keusahawanan.
Program ini juga merupakan akses kepada pasaran baharu, baik dari dalam dan luar negara adalah sangat penting kepada usahawan kerana kebolehan untuk memasarkan dan menjual produk perkhidmatan dari usahawan ini adalah nadi denyut kepada sesebuah perniagaan. Kami ingin mencadangkan untuk mengadakan satu program keusahawanan yang akan membantu usahawan di Negeri Johor mendapat akses kepada pembeli dari luar Negeri Johor.
Ini membuktikan bahawa Kerajaan Negeri komited dalam meluaskan pasaran menerusi negara serantau. Ia menjadi platform terbaik bagi pengeluar industri halal Malaysia terutamanya di Johor untuk mempromosi dan menggalakkan pasaran pengguna halal di dalam dan luar negara.
Pada Program ini, wakil-wakil dari MATRADE, PUJB, pihak penaja (Exim Bank Malaysia, Fusionex Group, FedEx Malaysia, Hong Leong Islamic Bank Berhad dan Maybank Islamic Bank) serta para pakar industri berkongsi pengetahuan tentang proses eksport, peluang pasaran dan strategi terkini dalam perdagangan antarabangsa.
Para peserta Hari Eksport Johor 2023 juga didedahkan dengan pelbagai informasi penting termasuk solusi eksport efektif yang disediakan oleh MATRADE seperti program eTrade, MATRADE Digital Trade Platform (MDTP), MyExport dan MATRADE Digital Learning (MDL) bagi membantu mereka memahami strategi pemasaran digital yang berkesan.
Selain itu, PMKS yang berdaftar dengan MATRADE berpeluang menjalani kaji selidik Export Readiness Assessment Tool (ERAT) iaitu satu sistem yang dibangunkan bagi mengukur tahap kesediaan atau potensi syarikat untuk mengeksport produk dan perkhidmatan mereka.
Negeri Johor merupakan lokasi keempat bagi program Hari Eksport selepas diadakan di negeri Selangor, Terengganu dan Pahang sebelum ini. Hari Eksport peringkat negeri akan diteruskan pada tahun 2024 di negeri-negeri lain seperti Melaka, Pulau Pinang, Perak, Sarawak dan lain-lain.
MATRADE menyasarkan penyertaan daripada sekurang-kurangnya 200 usahawan PMKS di program Hari Eksport setiap negeri termasuk syarikat-syarikat dan agensi di bawah naungan Kerajaan Negeri.
Untuk maklumat lanjut dan pendaftaran, sila layari laman web rasmi MATRADE di www.matrade.gov.my.
