KUCHING: A delegation from the SME Association of Sarawak gained valuable insights at the three-day SME Day 2025 held in Kuala Lumpur from May 5.
Its President, Jordan Ong, and Secretary-General, Alan Wei, led the delegation to the event which was aimed at building bridges between key SME stakeholders across Malaysia.
Their participation reaffirmed the SME Association of Sarawak’s commitment to championing local businesses, expanding strategic networks, and ensuring that Sarawak SMEs remain competitive and visible on a national level.
On the first day, the delegation visited Syarikat Jaminan Pembiayaan Perniagaan (SJPP), gaining valuable insights into government-backed financing schemes designed to empower SMEs.
“In the evening, members connected with fellow entrepreneurs and leaders at a networking dinner hosted by SME Malaysia, which brought together representatives from multiple state branches,” it said in a statement.
“The gathering created a meaningful platform for collaboration, idea-sharing, and future partnership opportunities,” it said.
Next on the agenda was a productive session at the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), where members were briefed on the various export assistance packages and support programmes available for Malaysian SMEs aiming to grow globally.
The highlight of the day was the grand launch of the Platinum Business Awards (PBA) 2025 – one of the most prestigious awards in the SME landscape.
Organised by SME Malaysia, PBA celebrates outstanding achievements in entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable business practices.
Later, members attended the Trailblazer Night, an exclusive event honouring SME pioneers who have demonstrated vision and resilience in driving their businesses forward.
The inspiring stories shared further motivated participants to pursue bold and transformative journeys.
On the final day, the delegation visited TikTok Malaysia, where they were briefed on the platform’s tools and marketing solutions tailored to help SMEs build strong digital brands, reach wider audiences, and tap into new markets through short-form video content and e-commerce features.
