Malaysia Records History, Trade Value Jumps 6.3 Percent in 2025

JAKARTA - Malaysia recorded the highest trade performance of all time in 2025, with total trade reaching RM3.061 trillion or an increase of 6.3 percent compared to 2024.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced the value of his country's trade after being asked by Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung in the Malaysian House of Representatives today.

Anwar highlighted that Malaysia's export sales reached RM45.4 billion, driven by trade relations with countries including the United Kingdom, Thailand, Russia, Italy, France, Brazil, China, South Korea, Ethiopia, Kenya, South Africa, and others.

"Exports are mainly concentrated on liquefied natural gas (LNG), palm oil, electrical and electronic products (E&E) - especially semiconductors -, aerospace products, furniture, and other goods," he said, quoted from Bernama.

Anwar noted that Malaysia managed to overcome global economic challenges, including measures imposed by the United States and international political tensions. He attributed the record-breaking trade performance to Malaysia's open trade policy, which now reaches 240 markets around the world.

In addition, Malaysia recorded the highest export value in its history, reaching RM1.63 trillion, an increase of 6.5 percent from 2024, covering major markets such as ASEAN, China, the United States, and the European Union. The country also recorded a trade surplus of RM151.8 billion, up 9.2 percent from the previous year, reflecting strong external demand.