Summary

  • MATRADE leads 17 Malaysian companies to Korea Import Expo 2026.
  • Largest Malaysian participation since joining the event.
  • Products include halal, wellness, food and lifestyle offerings.
  • Malaysia–South Korea trade reached RM117.12 billion in 2025.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 — Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation is leading Malaysia’s largest-ever participation at the Korea Import Expo 2026.

With 17 companies showcasing products in Seoul from June 23 to 25. The Malaysia Pavilion features halal-certified products, health and wellness items, food and beverages.

Household goods and bird’s nest products. MATRADE CEO Abu Bakar Yusof said the expo offers opportunities to strengthen trade ties and expand Malaysian brands in South Korea.

Bilateral trade between Malaysia and South Korea reached RM117.12 billion in 2025, up 6.8% from the previous year.