Market Development Grant

Objective:

• MDG is a reimbursable grant introduced in 2002 to assist Malaysian exporters in promoting Malaysian-made products and services globally.
• It aims to support export activities and enhance Malaysia's presence in international markets.

Target Beneficiaries:

• Malaysian Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
• Professional Service Providers (sole proprietors or partnerships)
• Trade and Industry Associations, Chambers of Commerce, Professional Bodies
• Co-operatives

The grant has a lifetime limit of RM300,000 per beneficiary.

Eligible Activities for Funding:

Physical Events:

• Participation in international trade fairs or exhibitions (local and overseas)
• Participation in Trade & Investment Missions (TIM) or Export Acceleration Missions (EAM)
• Participation in international conferences held overseas
• Listing fees for Malaysian products in overseas supermarkets, hypermarkets, retail centers, or boutique outlets

Virtual Events:

• Participation in virtual international trade fairs (local or overseas)
• Participation in B2B meetings related to virtual trade investment missions and export acceleration missions

Application Process:

• Applications and claims must be submitted online via MATRADE’s website or through the MADANI Digital Trade Platform (madanitrade.com).
• Applicants must register or log in to the MADANI platform to apply.
• Submission deadlines for claims are within 30 calendar days after the event or activity date.
• Reimbursements are subject to government fund availability.

Key Features:

• Supports both physical and virtual promotional activities.
• Encourages Malaysian SMEs and professional service providers to expand export markets.
• Provides financial assistance to reduce the cost burden of international marketing and promotion.
• Facilitates participation in global trade events and market access initiatives.
• Managed by MATRADE with dedicated support and a secretariat for inquiries.

For detailed guidelines and application, visit the MADANI Digital Trade Platform at madanitrade.com or contact the MDG Secretariat at +603-6207 7066.

The program is designed to boost Malaysia’s export competitiveness through strategic market development support.