Women in Export

WiEX @MIHAS 2026

Advancing Women in the Halal Economy

A Platform Built for Women in Export

The Women in Export Forum (WiEX) 2025 was a collaboration between MATRADE and HAWA Malaysia to support the women empowerment agenda and strengthen the readiness of women entrepreneurs to enter global markets.

The programme was held on 10 June 2025 at Menara MATRADE, Kuala Lumpur, and officiated by YAB Dato’ Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid bin Hamidi, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Rural and Regional Development, who recommended WiEX be made an annual event.

WiEX @MIHAS 2026

To realise the WiEX 2025 resolution, WiEX 2026 will be organised as one of the components in MIHAS 2026 — bringing exhibition, business matching, a forum and awards together under one roof.

WiEX @MIHAS 2026

EXHIBITION

A dedicated WiEX @MIHAS 2026 Pavilion showcasing women-led halal businesses ready for global markets.

BUSINESS MATCHING / INSP

Pre-arranged B2B meetings connecting women entrepreneurs with international buyers.

FORUM

The WiEX @MIHAS 2026 Forum bringing together leaders, policymakers and entrepreneurs.

WiEX @MIHAS 2026 AWARD ANUGERAH WIRA EKONOMI WANITA

Anugerah Wira Ekonomi Wanita — recognising outstanding women-led halal enterprises.

Hosted by the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry. Organised by MATRADE. In association with JAKIM, HDC, Standards Malaysia, Islamic Tourism Centre, UPM and UniSHAMS. Managed by ES. Winner of the WTPO Award.