Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA)

The Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) is the main ministry in Malaysia championing Malaysian industry transformation as well as the development of investment and trade policies. MITI is a key driver in making Malaysia the preferred destination for quality investments and enhancing the nation's rising status as a globally competitive trading nation. Its objectives and roles are oriented towards ensuring Malaysia’s rapid economic development and to help achieve the country's stated goal of becoming a developed nation. It has 11 agencies under its purview: MIDA, MATRADE, MARii, Invest KL, Sirim, Standards Malaysia, Exim Bank, HDC, MIDF, MPC and MSI.