MATRADE

Malaysia’s Exports to Major Trading Partners Broke Records from January to April 2026 Since day one in office, Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim has worked tirelessly to attract both foreign and domestic investments. For three consecutive years under PMX’s leadership, Malaysia recorded historic investment achievements: 2023 - RM 329.5 billion 2024 - RM 384.4 billion 2025 - RM 426.7 billion In total, Malaysia secured RM1.14 trillion in approved investments under his watch. Investment projects usually take time to materialise. From land acquisition, factory construction, machinery installation, hiring workers, to starting operations — the full impact is often seen after several years. Now, after three years of hard work by the MADANI Government, these investments are beginning to bear fruit. From January to April 2026, Malaysia’s trade performance was extraordinary. Trade surpassed the *RM1 trillion mark within just four months*, one month earlier than the previous year. Indicator Jan–Apr 2026 Total Trade RM1.127 trillion Exports RM609.31 billion Imports RM517.40 billion Trade Surplus RM91.92 billion The trade surplus doubled from the previous year to RM91.92 billion. Trade, exports, imports and trade surplus all recorded their highest-ever levels for the January to April period. The equation is simple: More investment → more factories → more goods produced → more exports → stronger trade surplus → more wealth generated in Malaysia. This is PMX’s hard work paying off. The Ministry of Investment Trade and Industry, MIDA, Matrade and all agencies deserve the credits as well. For those oppositions who continue to attack the Prime Minister, this is a stellar economic performance they cannot deny. Even opposition-led states are benefiting from Malaysia’s exceptional economic momentum.