PETALING JAYA: The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade) will leverage the allocation under Budget 2026 to propel the entry of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) into the international market, says Datuk Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican.
The Matrade chairman said the strategic allocation will boost the country’s exports.
These include the RM60mil allocated under the Market Development Grant to assist MSMEs with exporting to existing and new markets; a soft loan facility of RM500mil under Exim Bank to assist companies affected by tariff tensions and to support export expansion activities; SME financing of up to RM100mil; and increased government guarantee of up to RM2bil for halal industry empowerment.
“With the announcement of Budget 2026, I am confident that we have the commitment and capability to further elevate the country’s trade position from time to time, thus ensuring economic prosperity for future generations.
“We will work closely with Miti (Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry) and related agencies to ensure Budget 2026 translates into sustainable and high-quality export outcomes for the prosperity of Malaysia Madani’s economy,” he said in a statement yesterday.
Additionally, RM200mil will be allocated through SME Bank for bumiputra SMEs to penetrate the export markets.
Reezal said the funds will enable MSMEs to rise and move faster. Matrade, he said, will continue to focus on emerging markets that offer high growth potential, including Latin America, Central Asia and South Asia.
