In a continued effort to deepen regional trade and introduce innovative consumer products to Southeast Asia, the May edition of the Taiwan-Malaysia FMCG Business Matching session was successfully held on 29 May 2025.
This virtual event brought together a curated group of Taiwanese FMCG brands and Malaysian distributors, creating a dynamic platform for cross-border collaboration.
Goals of the Session
The session was designed with clear objectives:
- Market Expansion: Help Taiwanese FMCG brands explore distribution opportunities in Malaysia.
- Product-Market Fit: Enable Malaysian distributors to discover new, high-quality products that align with local consumer preferences.
- Relationship Building: Facilitate direct communication and trust-building between brand owners and distribution partners.
- Trade Facilitation: Support smoother entry into the Malaysian retail and e-commerce landscape.
Notable Outcomes
The session sparked several promising leads and next steps:
- Active 2-way Engagement: Brands and distributors engaged in productive and insightful discussions, exploring synergies and partnership opportunities.
- High Interest in Key Categories: Taiwanese products in categories such as snacks, beverages, and household goods received strong interest from Malaysian buyers.
- Insights into Market Readiness: Participants gained valuable feedback on local requirements, including halal certification & compliance, shelf life concerns, and packaging preferences.
- Next Steps in Motion: Several brands have already initiated follow-up discussions with potential partners, signaling strong momentum for future collaboration.
Participants' Feedback
“…The distributors we met during the business matching session were highly relevant to our industry, particularly in snacks and confectionery.”
“…It was valuable to learn from Malaysian distributors that shelf life and halal compliance are key factors for entering the Malaysian market”
“…We’ve already reached out to our preferred distributor to discuss export opportunities — all thanks to the direct connections facilitated by the Boostorder team."
Looking Ahead
The May edition marks another meaningful step in strengthening Taiwan-Malaysia FMCG trade relations. The connections made during the session are already showing potential, and we’re excited to see how these relationships will grow in the coming months.
The business matching series will continue with its next session on 19 June 2025, aiming to connect even more Taiwanese FMCG brands with Malaysian partners and uncover new trade opportunities.
We’re grateful to be part of this journey—helping to build bridges between Taiwan and Malaysia, one match at a time.
