Market Development Grant (MDG)
Announcement
Market Development Grant (MDG) Application is Now Accessible via MADANI Digital Trade Platform
We are pleased to infom you that starting 13 March 2025, the Market Development Grant (MDG) application can be accessed through the MADANI Digital Trade Platform (MDT Platform) at madanitrade.com.
To begin your application, please visit madanitrade.com and click on the 'Unlock Digital Trade'. You will then see the Sign In/Sign Up option button located at the top right corner of the homepage.
- If your are already a registered user, simply log in using your email and password.
- If you are new to the platform, please complete the registration process to create an account.
Should you have any question or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact the MDG Secretariat at 03-6207 7066 or via e-mail at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
What is MDG?
The Market Development Grant (MDG) is a support initiative in the form of a reimbursable grant. MDG was introduced in 2002 with the objective of assisting exporters in their efforts to promote Malaysian made products or services globally. The lifetime limit of MDG is RM300,000 and it is specifically formulated for Malaysian SME Companies, Professional Service Providers, Trade and Industry Associations, Chambers of Commerce, Professional Bodies and Co-operatives.
[Note: MDG reimbursements are subject to the availability of the government funds]
What activities are eligible for grant funding?
- Participation in International Trade Fairs or Exhibitions held in Malaysia/Overseas
- Participation in Trade & Investment Missions (TIM) or Export Acceleration Missions (EAM)
- Participation in International Conferences Held Overseas
- Listing Fees for Made in Malaysia Products in Supermarkets or Hypermarkets or Retail Centres or Boutique Outlets Located Overseas
- Participation in Virtual International Trade Fairs In Malaysia Or Overseas
- Participation In Business To Business (B2B) Meetings Related To Virtual Trade Investment Missions And Export Acceleration Missions
Who is eligible to claim for MDG? (please refer to MDG Guidelines)
- Small And Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
- Professional Service Providers (Sole Proprietor Or Partnership)
- Trade & Industry Associations, Chambers Of Commerce Or Professional Bodies
- Co-operatives
How do I submit my new application of claims or request for reimbursement of expenses?
All completed applications must be SUBMITTED ONLINE through MATRADE’s website:
Submissions for reimbursements must be:
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No |
Promotion Activity |
Submission of Applications |
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Physical Event |
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i. |
Participation in International Trade Fairs or Exhibitions held in Malaysia/ Overseas |
Within 30 calendar days after the last date of event |
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ii. |
Participation in Trade & Investment Missions (TIM) or Export Acceleration Missions (EAM) |
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iii. |
Participation in International Conferences Held Overseas |
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iv. |
Listing fees in Supermarkets or Hypermarkets or Retail Centres or Boutique Outlets Located Overseas |
Within 30 calendar days after the first day of listing |
| v. | International Certification for Exports | Within 30 calendar days after certification approval date |
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Virtual Event |
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i. |
Participation in Virtual International Trade Fairs In Malaysia or Overseas |
Within 30 calendar days from the last date of the event |
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ii. |
Participation In Business To Business (B2B) Meetings Related To Virtual Trade Investment Missions And Export Acceleration Missions |
Within 30 calendar days from the last date of the promotion activity |
For more information, please download information as per link below:
Apply MDG Check Disbursed Amount
All enquiries and submission of reports must be sent to:
Market Development Unit
2nd Floor, Menara MATRADE,
Jalan Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah,
50480 Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA
Tel: +603-6207 7066
Email:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
