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Dubai, UAE — November 2025 — In a move to bolster international economic ties, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, part of Dubai Chambers, organised 166 bilateral business meetings between companies from Dubai and Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur.
According to the Emirates News Agency, the meetings were a central component of the chamber’s trade mission to Malaysia, conducted under its “New Horizons” initiative, which is designed to support the global expansion of Dubai-based companies by unlocking opportunities in promising international markets.
The trade mission featured a delegation of 20 companies operating across a wide array of sectors, including ICT and innovation; food and beverages; healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology; ready-made garments; retail; textiles; tourism and hospitality; beauty and cosmetics; building materials and construction; engineering; oil and gas; and FMCG trading.
Salem AlShamsi, executive vice president of International Relations at Dubai Chambers, affirmed the chamber’s commitment to expanding trade and investment cooperation with high-potential global markets, thereby reinforcing Dubai’s position as a key driver of international trade.
“Our trade mission to Malaysia represents an important step in opening new paths for local companies to expand internationally and develop partnerships that contribute to the growth of non-oil trade and strengthen Dubai’s role as a global business hub,” he added.
As part of the mission’s activities, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce also hosted a business forum in Kuala Lumpur titled “Doing Business with Malaysia.”
The event, held with the support of the UAE Embassy, the National Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia, and Malaysia’s Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry, attracted 240 participants, including senior officials, business leaders, and company representatives.
Speakers included Salem AlShamsi; Dato’ Seri N. Gobalakrishnan, President of the National Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia; and Dr. Sugumari Shanmugam, Senior Director of the ASEAN Economic Integration Division at the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry.
A key outcome of the forum was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between Dubai Chambers and the National Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia.
The agreement aims to enhance bilateral trade relations and strengthen ties between the business communities in both locations, outlining specific steps for increased cooperation in organising trade missions and business events.
During the forum, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce delivered a comprehensive presentation on Dubai’s economic landscape and competitive advantages, positioning it as an ideal gateway for Malaysian companies and investors.
In turn, the Malaysian Investment Development Authority gave a presentation highlighting Malaysia’s economic strengths and outlining key sectors offering attractive opportunities for business expansion and investment.
The Chamber has identified several high-potential products for export from Dubai to Malaysia, such as organic and inorganic chemicals, aircraft and spacecraft parts, turbo-jets and turbo-propellers, plastics, copper, iron, nickel, coffee, tea, and dairy products.
Key investment sectors in Malaysia offering opportunities for Dubai-based companies include transport and warehousing, real estate, hotels and tourism, plastics, business services, and healthcare.
