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MATRADE Publications
As a top reference to both local and foreign traders, MATRADE’s publications include handbooks, directories, guidebooks and many more.
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Mapping Malaysia's Resource Centres
A directory featuring Malaysian Service Providers across various economic sectors published in collaboration with Ministry of Finance Malaysia (MOF) and Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) under the Reverse Linkage (RL) programme
2025
Malaysia Bumiputra Exporters Directory
A directory that features Malaysian Bumiputra Exporters in the Related Products & Services Industry.
2017
Malaysia Exporters of LED, Solar & Related Product Directory
A directory that features Malaysian exporters in the LED, Solar & Related Products industry.
2016
Malaysia Exporters of ICT (Product & Related Services) Directory
The publication of this directory by MATRADE is in collaboration with MDEC, CCAM & PIKOM in promoting Malaysian ICT products & services.
2016
Guide to Malaysia's Aerospace Industry
The 2nd Edition of the publication which highlights the prominent players in the Aerospace industry.
2016
Malaysia Exporters of Living & Dining Furniture Directory
A publication which highlights high quality, stylish and superior design of Living & Dining Furniture from Malaysia.
2015
Malaysia Exporters of Food & Beverage Directory
This 432-page directory lists 351 export ready Malaysian manufacturers of food & beverage products and services.
2015
Guide to Malaysia's Fashion Industry
A directory that features prominent players from the fashion industry in Malaysia.
2015
Malaysia Exporters of Franchising Directory
A joint collaboration between MATRADE and Malaysia Franchise Association (MFA), this directory features a compilation of 31 Malaysian franchisors that offers a wide range of product and services franchises such as food & beverage, children & pre-school education, clothing & accessories and health & beauty care.
2014
Malaysia Exporters of Oil & Gas Services and Related Products Directory
The directory features a compilation of 167 Malaysian-owned companies covering all aspects of the oil and gas services, including fabrication and construction, engineering, logistics, installation and services.
2014
Malaysia Exporters of Green Technology & Related Services Directory
This 121 pages directory features 102 Malaysian exporters of green technology products and related services.
2014
Exclusive from Malaysia (EFM)
EFM is a quarterly e-magazine, showcasing world-class Malaysian services and quality products. It is a reference for global partners and buyers who seek to extend their sourcing needs, thus elevating their business potential. The tagline, "Advancing Beyond Boundaries" reflects the zeal of Malaysian suppliers to transcend boundaries and their commitment to form a win-win partnership with their clients.
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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.
What's New from Malaysia
A publication featuring information on new and innovative products and services from Malaysia. This publication highlights a combination of ground-breaking innovations together with a wide range of interesting products and services by Malaysian companies. Products & services offered ranges from healthcare, electrical & electronics, technology, engineering, automotive, machinery & equipment, construction & building materials, franchising, education, food & beverage and green products.
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Trade Mart
Featuring Focus, Exporters' Guide, Market Opportunities, Market Alerts, Business Update, MATRADE Events, Exporters' Trail and more.
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Beginner's Guide to Exporting (4th Edition)
An updated version of Beginner's Guide to Exporting Business Handbook for Malaysian Exporters, which help in understanding export requirements, developing export plan, logistic & export documentation and sourcing for export financing.
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MATRADE Upcoming Events (Quarterly brochure)
A quarterly calendar featuring highlights of MATRADE's trade-related events (local and overseas)
Upcoming Events for 2025:
From Zero to Hero
This coffee table book, "From Zero to Hero", showcases an elite business success stories of 25 outstanding Malaysian companies that have exceeded expectations of the world through their business offerings globally.
Malaysia's Trade Performance 2025
Photobook on Malaysia's Trade Performance 2025 and MATRADE's achievements as well as highlight of activities in 2025.
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.
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
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Malaysia Your Business Partner
A guide for sourcing from Malaysia highlight the scenario of Malaysia's economy and infrastructure.
MATRADE Assistance Programmes
Compilation of MATRADE's financial assistance / grant / programmes.
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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.
Annual Report 2022
In 2022, Malaysia continued its encouraging growth with another record-braking performace in trade, export, import and trade surplus recorded all-time highs.
Annual Report 2021
During the country’s recovery phase, MATRADE continued its initiatives by leveraging on digital technology and platforms to ensure the continuity of the country’s exports. Existing programmes were adapted to the practice of new norms in overcoming the constraints of travel restrictions and nationwide border closures. These efforts enabled MATRADE to fulfil its mandate of driving exports and making Malaysia a competitive trade nation on the global stage.
Annual Report 2020
Despite this unprecedented scenario, Malaysia’s external trade performed fairly well with exports rebounded by 5.2% in the second half of 2020 as compared to the negative growth of 7.7% recorded in the first half of the year. This could be attributed to the progressive opening of the economy and gradual recovery of external demand.
Annual Report 2019
Despite the prevalent volatility in the global export market, Malaysia continued to record a trade surplus, with a double digit growth trend that was repeated for the last three consecutive years. The trade surplus in 2019 increased by 17.7% to RM145.66 billion in 2019 as compared to RM123.78 billion in 2018. This is the highest trade surplus to date and marked the 22nd consecutive year of trade surplus
Annual Report 2018
Malaysia's trade surplus widened by 25.7% to RM123.78 billion, registering the fastest growth rate in 10 years and the largest trade surplus since 2012.
Annual Report 2017
Malaysia's trade registered stellar performance in 2017, growing at the highest rate in 13 years. Trade surged by 19.4% to RM1.774 trillion, compared to RM1.486 trillion recorded the previous year. Exports grew significantly by 18.9%, the strongest growth since 2005 to reach a new high of RM935.39 billion. Imports also recorded the highest value of RM838.14 billion, expanding by 19.9%. Trade surplus widened by 10.3% to RM97.25 billion, the largest surplus registered since 2012. This was the 20th consecutive year of trade surplus since 1998.
Annual Report 2016
Despite uncertainties in the global environment, Malaysia's trade in 2016 remained resilient and registered a trade surplus of RM87.27 billion compared with RM91.48 billion recorded in 2015. This marked the 19th consecutive year that Malaysia has recorded a trade surplus.
Annual Report 2015
2015 was a challenging year for Malaysia due to factors such as the slowing of China's economy, falling commodity prices and depreciation of Malaysian Ringgit. Nevertheless, Malaysia continued to build on the successes of its past by recording its 18th consecutive year of trade surplus with total trade increasing by 1 percent to RM1.46 trillion in 2015.
Annual Report 2014
Despite challenges in the global economy, Malaysia's trade performed well beyond expectations with rising 5.9 per cent to reach RM1.45 trillion. The year 2014 was a remarkable year for Malaysia's trade Supported by strong uptake by almost all ASEAN countries, higher demand for manufactured products and recovery in key markets such as the United States of America (USA) and Japan, exports rose by 6.4 per cent to RM766.13 billion. 2014 marked another year of positive trade balance and was the 17th consecutive year of trade surplus for Malaysia.
Annual Report 2013
2013 was a significant milestone for MATRADE as it celebrated its 20th anniversary. As the national trade promotion agency, MATRADE has played a crucial role in the country's economic development. Despite the prolonged weakness in external environment due to the Eurozone crises, sluggish economic recovery of the United States and the slowing down of the Chinese economy, Malaysia's total trade showed an encouraging increase of 4.6% to RM1.37 trillion in 2013.
Annual Report 2012
Despite the weak external environment in 2012, the Malaysian economy performed better than expected, recording a strong growth of 5.6%. Malaysia's merchandised trade in 2012 registered a growth of 3% to RM1.31 trillion compared with RM1.27 trillion the year before. Exports rose to RM702.19 billion, while imports registered RM607.38 billion, making it the 15th consecutive year for Malaysia to maintain a trade surplus. It was Malaysia's diversified product mix and markets that sustained the export growth in 2012.
Annual Report 2011
Despite the challenging international economic environment, Malaysia's economy grew steadily, underpinned by the expansion in domestic activity and firm regional demand. In 2011, Malaysia's trade breached the one trillion mark again, reaching RM1.3 trillion, an increase of 8.7 per cent from the previous year. Exports expanded by 8.7 per cent to RM694.55 billion while imports grew by 8.6 per cent to RM574.23 billion, thus registering a trade surplus of RM120 billion. This was the 14th consecutive year of trade surplus for Malaysia since 1998.
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.