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Malaysia has a new platform dedicated to putting local brands in the spotlight
Announced on 2 December, the inaugural Malaysia Brand Day is officially here to empower homegrown businesses, build consumer confidence, and create new opportunities for Malaysian SMEs.
It will take place from 8 to 10 January 2026 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, a three-day event promising to showcase the best of local brands.
The event will bring together brands from 16 industries
Each featuring curated showcases, leadership dialogues, industry panels, business matching sessions, and capability-building workshops. Over 50 brands are already on board, including ZUS Coffee, A Cut Above, Applecrumby, Eu Yan Sang, Bloomthis, Carlo Rino, Ogawa, Fire Fighter, and EE Clinic.
Celebrating local businesses isn't just about visibility, it's about creating real opportunities for growth and impact
Eden Yap, Organising Chairman of Malaysia Brand Day, explained that the initiative is more than just an exhibition.
"Malaysia Brand Day is more than an exhibition. It is a national movement to strengthen our economy by supporting Malaysian brands, supporting local. SME contributes about 40% of national GDP in Malaysia while SME workers contribute 48% to the entire country's workforce," said Yap.
He added that the platform will connect brands directly with buyers, investors, policymakers, and global markets, enabling real business opportunities and shared growth across industries.
Datin Winnie Loo, President of the Branding Association of Malaysia, highlighted the importance of uplifting local names.
"Homegrown brands reflect our creativity, innovation, and resilience. Many share similar challenges in scaling and building consumer trust. Malaysia Brand Day is a good platform that creates an ecosystem where government, businesses, and consumers come together to support and champion Malaysian-owned excellence."
Plus, this initiative is backed by a network of ministries and agencies
These include MITI, KUSKOP, KPK, MATRADE, MyIPO, SME Corporation Malaysia, and TalentCorp, and their support aligns with the Madani Economy Framework, which focuses on inclusivity and competitiveness.
By showcasing Malaysian brands, the event hopes to encourage "buy local" habits and inspire SMEs to dream boldly, scale fearlessly, and build legacies. From humble beginnings to regional leaders, the featured brands aim to prove that Malaysian businesses can compete and lead on the global stage.
