16 August 2019
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 16 — West Asian, Central Asian, African and Asean countries are seen as the best prospects for Malaysian exporters to expand their markets, as they bear the brunt of global trade slowdown due to the US-China trade war, among others. “I mentioned processed food products as many small and medium enterprises are involved in the industries. So, they need to continue to participate in Matrade’s programmes to promote their products in the international market,” he told reporters after launching Matrade’s 62nd National Day celebration here today.
Wan Latiff said although the country’s exports were relatively slow, exports to the United States has continued to rise, while trade with Taiwan, Thailand, the Philippines, and Mexico has also increased, especially in electronic products as they were heavily affected by the US-China trade war.