Mr Badrul Hisham Hilal, Trade Commissioner of MATRADE, receives the awards on behalf of MITEC at the 2025 World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – 9 December 2025 – The Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), the nation’s largest and most advanced convention and exhibition facility, has clinched two of the most prestigious global accolades at the World Travel Awards 2025 and World MICE Awards 2025:

• World’s Leading Meetings & Conference Centre 2025

• Malaysia’s Best Convention Centre 2025

Presented at the Grand Final Gala Ceremony in Bahrain on 6 December, these international recognitions mark a historic milestone for MITEC and reinforce Malaysia’s fast-rising stature as a global powerhouse in the business events industry. The awards were received on behalf of MITEC by Mr Badrul Hisham Hilal, Trade Commissioner of Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), underscoring the venue’s critical role in promoting Malaysia’s trade, tourism, and international connectivity.

A National Asset Driving Economic Impact and Global Engagement

Delegates attend a high-level session during the ASEAN Business and Investment Summit 2025 at MITEC, featuring discussions on investments and private markets across the region.

More than a venue, MITEC is a strategic national asset playing a transformative role in Malaysia’s MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions) industry. With over 650 local and international events hosted in 2025, including trade expos, summits, conventions, and exhibitions, MITEC has welcomed over 5.5 million visitors and generated significant economic activity, employment opportunities, and spillover benefits across tourism, F&B, logistics, and the gig economy.

Building on its role as a national economic catalyst, MITEC also cemented its standing as Malaysia’s foremost platform for international collaboration by hosting a distinguished series of ministerial, trade, and MICE events. These included The 57th ASEAN Economic Ministers’ (AEM) Meeting, ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) Summit, MIHAS 2025, Achidex 2025, Absolut Bazaar X Gaya Raya, MATTA Fair, Mega Karnival 3 Dimensi, the Malaysia International Furniture Fair and the National Human Capital Conference (NHCCE 2025). Together, these engagements demonstrate MITEC’s ability to support high-level diplomacy and large-scale global gatherings, reinforcing its position as the country’s premier venue for events that shape regional economic dialogue and international partnerships. 

Strategic Vision, Smart Infrastructure, and Sustainability-Driven Growth

An evening view of the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Malaysia’s largest and most advanced convention and exhibition facility.

As a MATRADE-owned venue managed by Qube Integrated Malaysia, MITEC is uniquely positioned to support national trade objectives while delivering a world-class experience for international organisers and delegates.

Dato’ Sri Mohd Mustafa Abdul Aziz, Chief Executive Officer of MATRADE, said:
“These global accolades are a testament to MITEC’s excellence and its commitment to driving Malaysia’s global competitiveness in the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) sector. MITEC stands as a symbol of national progress, supporting export promotion, job creation, and Malaysia’s engagement with the world. Under MATRADE’s vision, MITEC will continue to be a driving force in positioning Malaysia as the preferred hub for trade and business events.”

MITEC offers 52,000 sqm of highly versatile event space, including Malaysia’s largest pillarless hall (12,960 sqm), 11 configurable halls, a grand ballroom, amphitheatres, high-tech meeting suites, and a halal-certified kitchen to serve the diverse needs of global delegates. Its infrastructure supports heavy-duty floor loading for industrial exhibitions, seamless logistics, and AI-powered smart venue technologies that elevate operational efficiency and sustainability.

Mala Dorasamy, Chief Executive Officer of MITEC, said:
“These awards are a celebration of our relentless drive to deliver innovation, excellence, and impact through events. MITEC is proud to represent Malaysia on the world stage, and we remain committed to expanding our reach, championing sustainability, and offering immersive, high-value experiences. We thank MATRADE, Qube Integrated Malaysia, our partners, staff and, every organiser who has trusted us with their vision. Together, we are shaping the future of business events in Asia.”

Looking Ahead: Leading the Future of MICE in Malaysia

MITEC is not only responding to global MICE trends, it is helping to lead them. Key shifts shaping the industry include:

• Tech-enabled hybrid and virtual experiences

• Sustainable and ESG-compliant event practices

• “Bleisure” travel (business + leisure)

• Demand for curated and immersive delegate journeys

• Regionalisation of trade and industry-focused events

In line with these trends, MITEC is:

• Expanding its MyWorld ESG initiatives to drive greener events and social impact

• Integrating advanced digital infrastructure for enhanced connectivity and real-time analytics

• Co-creating experiential programmes with industry partners and tourism boards

Aligned with Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) which promotes high-yield tourism, sustainable development, and business event tourism, MITEC’s innovation-first strategy enhances Malaysia’s global competitiveness, attracts new international organisers, and builds loyalty among repeat clients. This approach firmly positions Kuala Lumpur as Asia’s premier destination for world-class business events.