Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI)

The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) is a Malaysian government agency responsible for championing the transformation of Malaysian industries and the development of investment and trade policies. It serves as the focal point for industry players in manufacturing and services sectors, providing guidance on Industry 4.0, endorsement of Certificates of Origin, and processing Approved Permit applications.

The ministry oversees 14 agencies, including the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), and the Export-Import Bank of Malaysia (EXIM Bank). Its operations support the development of the national economic landscape, transitioning from an agri-based economy to one driven by digitalisation, high-technology, and sustainability. MITI maintains a global presence with a workforce distributed across 14 countries, including Malaysia, Kenya, Nigeria, the United States, and the United Kingdom.