Anwar at an MTC stall ... focus on the UAE.
Steps to boost Malaysian timber trade
01 May 2010
THE Malaysian Timber Council (MTC) is seeking to enhance wood trade between Malaysia and the UAE, given the country’s efforts to establish itself as a trade and service hub in the region.
Malaysia produces a diverse range of wood products, from sawn timber to semi-finished items such as quality flooring, doors, decking, mouldings, staircases, and other joinery timber products and furniture.
Despite the strong partnership, the economic downturn had taken a toll on the volume of Malaysian timber exports to the UAE, last year. However, total export of timber products stood at MYR598.64 million ($186 million).
“MTC is striving to raise the profile of the timber industry globally by promoting Malaysia as a holistic and efficient one-stop sourcing centre,” says Khairul Anwar, director, MTC.
MTC, which promotes the development of Malaysia’s timber industry with a special focus on the marketing of its locally-made timber products, was at the Dubai WoodShow held at Dubai Airport Expo last month as part of efforts to further expand and diversify international trade.
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