SME Association of Malaysia

13/10/2026

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13/10/2026

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13/10/2026

Is your business fully prepared for Budget 2026 directives, E-Invoicing enforcement, and IRBM field audits?

With IRBM's automated tracking systems, SMEs with related-party transactions, invoicing discrepancies, or reporting red flags face direct audit reviews.

Join us on 27th October 2026 at Berjaya Times Square Hotel for the SME Tax Talk Series 2026 featuring operational policy leaders from IRBM.

🎁 EXCLUSIVE MEMBER PRIVILEGE (FREE ADMISSION)
Are you a member of SME Malaysia, PIKOM, MRCA, MCBEA, or ESGAM? Enjoy COMPLIMENTARY SEATS to this conference! 👉 Simply enter/use your exclusive promo code in the registration form when registering to claim your free pass

Key Learning Outcomes:
• Resolving E-Invoicing ex*****on gaps
• Navigating Transfer Pricing guidelines for SMEs
• Managing IRBM desk and field audit inspections

🎟️ Secure your corporate seats now: https://forms.gle/VLsUNrXaqPFZsihQA

12/10/2026

SME Malaysia in the News | Sin Chew Daily

Budget 2027 is people-friendly but not business-friendly.”

Dr. Chin Chee Seong, National President of SME Association of Malaysia.

For a stronger quotation for your media highlight, the article also reports his concern that the core issue of rising operating costs for SMEs has not been effectively resolved.

“Although it shows slight improvements compared to the Budget 2026, the core issue of operating costs — which is of utmost concern to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) — has still not been effectively resolved.”

PETALING JAYA: The Budget 2027 is people-friendly but not business-friendly, says SME Association of Malaysia, president Dr Chin Chee Seong.Although it shows slight improvements compared to the Budget 2026, the core issue of operating costs—which is...

12/10/2026

SME Malaysia in the News | The Edge

As Dr. Chin stated, “We cannot continue addressing the rising cost of living without giving equal attention to the rising cost of doing business. Both are closely connected.”

SME Malaysia emphasises the importance of ensuring that government support translates into meaningful relief for businesses, enabling SMEs to sustain operations, protect cash flow and remain competitive.

Read more: https://www.klsescreener.com/v2/news/view/1807063/industry-groups-say-budget-2027-falls-short-of-addressing-rising-business-costs

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 10): Two industry groups have expressed disappointment that Budget 2027 has fallen short of providing sufficient relief from rising business costs, warning that mounting operating expenses continue to squeeze profit margins and undermine the competitiveness of Malaysian businesses.

12/10/2026

SME Malaysia in the News | Malay Mail

Dr. Chin Chee Seong, National President of SME Association of Malaysia, stressed the need for Budget 2027 to provide practical support that addresses the realities faced by SMEs on the ground.

While acknowledging the government's efforts to support businesses, he cautioned that rising wages, utility bills, rental, logistics and compliance expenses continue to put pressure on operating costs and cash flow.

Dr. Chin called for more accessible financing, faster loan approvals and targeted assistance to help SMEs manage these challenges. He also emphasised the need to ensure that investments in AI, automation and skills development deliver meaningful improvements in productivity and business competitiveness.

He urged the government to look beyond budget allocations and focus on measurable results that translate into real benefits for businesses, enabling SMEs to grow sustainably and contribute to Malaysia's economic development.

Read more: https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/10/sme-association-says-budget-2027-offers-support-but-warns-of-cumulative-cost-pressures/238513

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 — The Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) Association of Malaysia has welcomed the government’s Budget 2027 initiatives aimed at bolstering domestic...

12/10/2026

SME Malaysia in the News | Media Selangor

Dr. Chin Chee Seong, National President of SME Association of Malaysia, highlighted the continued importance of physical retail despite the growing popularity of online shopping.

He emphasised that physical stores offer unique advantages, allowing customers to see, touch, try and experience products before making a purchase. Face-to-face interactions also enable SMEs to better understand customers’ needs, build long-term relationships and provide immediate service.

Dr. Chin reaffirmed that physical retail is not disappearing. Instead, its role is evolving, and businesses must continue to adapt to changing consumer preferences while leveraging the strengths of in-person customer engagement.

Read more: https://mediaselangor.com/en/2026/10/399670

Experts weigh in on how brick-and-mortar businesses aren’t fading from sight as customers seek human touch

12/10/2026

SME Malaysia in the News | Media Selangor

Dr. Chin Chee Seong, National President of SME Association of Malaysia, highlighted the growing challenges faced by small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as online shopping intensifies price competition.

With tighter profit margins, smaller SMEs cannot continuously compete by lowering prices against larger brands and established online sellers. Dr. Chin emphasised that SMEs should focus on product quality, service, reliability, specialisation and customer experience, while leveraging digital marketing in a practical and cost-effective way to strengthen their market presence.

He also highlighted the importance of building brand visibility and consumer confidence, as simply having an online store does not guarantee customer reach.

Read more: https://mediaselangor.com/en/2026/10/397057

SMEs finding it harder to compete with larger companies, established e-commerce retailers

05/10/2026

SME MALAYSIA 媒体报道

马来西亚中小企业公会（SME Malaysia）今日与马来西亚零售连锁协会（MRCA）联合召开记者会，针对2026年最低薪金检讨及2027年财政预算案，分享企业界的意见与建议。

我们很高兴此次记者会获得国内主要英文、马来文及中文媒体的广泛报道。

• 星洲日报
https://www.sinchew.com.my/news/20261002/nation/7903840

• 中国报
https://www.chinapress.com.my/20261002/45-9%E5%A4%A7%E9%A9%AC%E4%B8%AD%E5%B0%8F%E4%BC%81%E4%B8%9A-%E5%8F%8D%E5%AF%B9%E6%9C%80%E4%BD%8E%E8%96%AA%E9%87%91%E6%B6%A8%E8%87%B32000/

• 东方日报
https://www.orientaldaily.com.my/news/nation/2026/10/02/852086

https://www.orientaldaily.com.my/news/nation/2026/10/02/852079

• 南洋商报
https://www.enanyang.my/news/20261002/Finance/1401079

• 光华日报
https://www.kwongwah.com.my/20261002/中小企业没反对改善员工薪资-前提是与生产力经济

https://www.kwongwah.com.my/20261002/【2027财案】中小企业提6大建议-冀从单纯拨款变实际

• 诗华日报
https://news.seehua.com/post/1572125/

https://news.seehua.com/post/1572087/

• 光明日报
https://guangming.com.my/%E4%B8%AD%E5%B0%8F%E4%BC%81%E5%85%AC%E4%BC%9A-%E8%8B%A5%E6%9C%80%E4%BD%8E%E8%96%AA%E9%87%91%E8%B0%83%E8%87%B32000-%E8%BF%916%E6%88%90%E4%B8%9A%E8%80%85%E6%88%96%E6%B6%A8%E4%BB%B7-%E8%B6%854

感谢各媒体伙伴对马来西亚中小企业界声音与课题的关注和报道。

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05/10/2026

SME MALAYSIA IN THE MEDIA

Today, SME Association of Malaysia (SME Malaysia) held a joint press conference with the Malaysia Retail Chain Association (MRCA) on the Minimum Wage Review 2026 and Budget 2027.

We are pleased to share that the press conference received extensive coverage across major English, Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese media.

The Edge Malaysia
https://theedgemalaysia.com/node/820384
https://theedgemalaysia.com/node/820385
https://theedgemalaysia.com/node/820386

The Malaysian Reserve
https://themalaysianreserve.com/2026/10/02/sme-malaysia-wants-budget-2027-aid-tied-to-measurable-business-outcomes

Free Malaysia Today
https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2026/10/02/shift-to-outcome-based-assistance-for-smes-says-association

Malay Mail
https://www.malaymail.com/news/money/2026/10/02/sme-retail-groups-warn-minimum-wage-hike-could-trigger-cascading-cost-increases/237415

Traders Union
https://tradersunion.com/news/financial-news/show/3627824-sme-urges-budget-2027-business-impact

https://tradersunion.com/news/financial-news/show/3627828-malaysia-sme-minimum-wage-delay/

https://tradersunion.com/news/financial-news/show/3628360-malaysia-sme-ecommerce-law-enforcement/

Yahoo Finance Malaysia
https://malaysia.news.yahoo.com/sme-retail-groups-warn-minimum-095135154.html

Thank you to all our media partners for covering the concerns and perspectives of Malaysia’s SME business community.

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