MIHAS 2025 Generates RM4.97 Bln In Sales, Figures Set To Rise – MATRADE

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 20 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2025 has recorded RM4.97 billion in sales as of the third day of the event, and the figure is set to increase even higher, according to the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE).

Halal Industry A Key Contributor To Economy -- PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 (Bernama) — The MADANI government will continue to proactively position the halal industry as a key contributor to the national economy, particularly in trade discussions, in every investment mission and bilateral engagement, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

MIHAS 2025 Surpasses 2,300-booth Mark, Signalling Strong Global Halal Demand 

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 30 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2025 has surpassed its initial target of 2,300 booths, with over 2,380 booths already confirmed from 45 countries, reflecting strong global demand for halal trade opportunities.

Senegal Calls On Malaysian Companies To Invest And Use It As Gateway To Africa

By Rosemarie Khoo

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 26 (Bernama) -- Senegal is inviting Malaysian companies to invest and form strategic partnerships in the West African nation as part of its ambition to become Malaysia’s gateway to Africa, which has a huge consumer base.

Negeri Sembilan To Develop Malaysia’s First AI-powered Halal Hub

SEREMBAN, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- Negeri Sembilan is set to become the first state in Malaysia to establish a halal hub powered by artificial intelligence (AI), said Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun.

Malaysia And Bangladesh Can Jointly Produce Halal Products For Fast-growing Global Market - Yunus

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 15 (Bernama) — Bangladesh has invited Malaysian investors to expand their halal production facilities in the South Asian country and jointly penetrate the fast-growing global halal market.

MATRADE Supports RM2.09 Trillion Export Target By 2030

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 8 (Bernama) — The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) supports the country's gross export growth target, averaging 5.8 per cent annually, to reach RM2.09 trillion by 2030.

Malaysia To Host MIHAS 2025 In September, French Buyers To Participate

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will host the 21st edition of the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS 2025) from Sept 17 to 20 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur.

No Compromise On Halal Standards For US Imports - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- Halal products imported from the United States (US) must still comply with the standards set by the Malaysian Islamic Development Department’s (JAKIM), said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister, Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz.

Malaysian High Commission In New Zealand Backs USANITA's Entry Into Australasian Market

KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) -- The High Commission of Malaysia in New Zealand has expressed its full support for Usanita group’s mission to empower Malaysian women entrepreneurs to expand into international markets, particularly in the Australasian region.

ASEAN Must Demand Equal Market Access From EU, China Amid Rising Tariff Pressure -- Analyst

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- ASEAN must demand reciprocal market access from major trading partners such as the European Union (EU) and China, especially in sectors like palm oil, halal products and electric vehicle (EV) battery minerals, to safeguard its regional trade stability amid rising global protectionism, an analyst said.

Malaysia-Taiwan Trade Surges 36.8 Pct To RM92.77 Bln In First Five Months Of 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia-Taiwan trade has flourished with bilateral trade surging by 36.8 per cent to RM92.77 billion in the first five months of this year, said Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE).