MEEDC INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AWARD 2026 TO CELEBRATE BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AND GLOBAL COLLABORATION

The MEEDC International Business Award (MIBA) 2026 will be held on 17 October 2026 night at the InterContinental Kuala Lumpur, bringing together business leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, government representatives and international delegates to celebrate business excellence and foster international business relations.
The MIBA 2026 organised by the Malaysian Entrepreneurs & Ecosystem Data Center (MEEDC Malaysia) with Platinum Strategic Partner is MZH, Diamond strategic partner Mohsen Zhang & Ummah One and Silver is Mujinzou Technology Capital Group Limited. It will recognise outstanding businesses, visionary leaders and organisations that demonstrate excellence in performance, innovation, Leadership and Economic Contribution.

The prestigious event is graced by The Presence of Yang Amat Mulia Tengku Dato’ Sri Hajjah Puteri Zahariah Ibni Almarhum Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Alhaj, Princess of The 8th Sultan Of Selangor, The Secretary-General of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) Yang Berbahagia Datuk Seri Isham Bin Ishak, and The President of MEEDC Malaysia,Yang Mulia Tengku Khairul Adena Binti Almarhum Yang Mulia Tengku Abdullah alongside other distinguished guests, strategic partners, and industry representatives.
Beyond recognising achievements, MIBA 2026 aims to facilitate meaningful business connections, encourage strategic partnerships and create opportunities for investment, market expansion and crossborder collaboration. The event reflects MEEDC Malaysia’s commitment to building a more connected entrepreneurial ecosystem that enables businesses to access new markets and pursue sustainable growth. The award features three principal categories: the Premier Award, Corporate Award and Leadership Award. These categories recognise exceptional strategic leadership, corporate performance, innovation and individuals whose vision and contributions drive positive change within their respective industries.
MIBA 2026 Malaysia’s strategic position as a gateway to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the wider global economy. With its established infrastructure, skilled workforce, trade connectivity and growing digital economy, Malaysia offers opportunities for businesses seeking to establish partnerships and expand their presence across regional and international markets.

Celebrating 15 Outstanding Award Recipients

MIBA 2026 honours 15 distinguished individuals and organisations across three principal categories:Premier, Corporate and Leadership. The Premier category recognises Datin Paduka Hajah Hakimah binti Mohd Yusoff for her contribution to Malaysia’s halal ecosystem, Tuan Haji Mohd Prasad bin Hanif of Darul Haq Global Ventures Sdn Bhd for global strategic leadership and economic architecture; Colours of Asia Sdn Bhd (RARETV) for digital media and content platform excellence and Shila Amzah, for her contributions as a Malaysian artist and global cultural ambassador.
The Corporate category celebrates seven recipients, Mohamad Noor Mustaqim Mohamed Esa from NWACORP Group of Companies for business ecosystem strategic partnership, Prof. (Adj.) Dr. Anan from Alpha Morraz Holdings Sdn Bhd for entrepreneurial leadership and community impact, Dato Seri Saimin Lim of PT Dwi Daya Swakarya (Indonesia) for sustainable energy pioneering, Tan Pei Fang from Heyyo Food Global Sdn Bhd for F&B innovation and retail expansion, Karen Qu Huan of Q & Z Cosmetics Manufacturing Sdn Bhd for international investment and export excellence, Dr. Yap Keong Foo of Digital Shock & TikTok Master Business for e-commerce and digital business excellence, and
Muhammad Kamal Maula Mohd Zali from Neo Asset Sdn Bhd for strategic real estate investment and asset management excellence.

The Leadership category recognises four recipients for their contributions to entrepreneurship, leadership and community development, Mohamed Iqbal Abdul Rahim of Wealth Health Pte Ltd (Singapore) for cross-border entrepreneurial excellence, Dr. Azra binti Abd Aziz from Clicknet Technology Sdn Bhd for distinguished women’s leadership and community empowerment, Dr. Haji Nur Mohammad Hadi Zahalan from Al Bayan Global Sdn Bhd for Islamic education, da’wah and community development, and Mohammad Yaakub Yusra Mohd Yusof from Murtadha Dakwah Centre (MADAD) for Islamic leadership and community development.
MEEDC Malaysia’s main aim is to strengthen connections between Malaysian entrepreneurs, corporations, investors, institutions and international business communities. The platform encourages collaboration across sectors and markets, supporting the development of business relationships that can translate into investment opportunities, joint ventures and long-term economic cooperation, moreover, contributing towards a stronger, more coordinated and globally connected entrepreneurial ecosystem that supports Malaysia’s economic growth and international competitiveness.
MIBA 2026 prioritises the importance of collaboration in today’s interconnected business environment, where sustainable progress depends not only on individual achievements but also on the ability of businesses and institutions to build meaningful partnerships across borders. Moreover, seeks to ensure that recognition becomes a starting point for further opportunities, enabling businesses to strengthen their networks, explore new markets and contribute towards a more dynamic and interconnected global economy.

CONNECTING BUSINESS. CREATING OPPORTUNITIES. BUILDING LEGACIES.
ABOUT MEEDC MALAYSIA

The Malaysian Entrepreneurs & Ecosystem Data Center (MEEDC Malaysia) is a registered national institution established to strengthen and coordinate Malaysia’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Through data governance, collaboration, innovation and ecosystem development, MEEDC Malaysia seeks to connect entrepreneurs, businesses, institutions, government agencies, investors and international partners to facilitate business growth, strategic partnerships and access to wider markets. More information, refer website at www.meedcmalaysia.com