His Excellency Dato’ Indera Dr. Azfar bin Mohamad Mustafar
High Commissioner of Malaysia to Singapore
It is with great pleasure that I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Singapore Fruits and Vegetables Import and Export Association (SFVIEA) on the release of its Members Directory for 2025/2026. This achievement stands as a testament to the dedication, collaboration and relentless pursuit of excellence within SFVIEA.
SFVIEA Members Directory will undoubtedly serve as a valuable resource for various stakeholders, both locally and globally. The collective expertise and experience represented within SFVIEA are critical to meeting the ever-growing demand for sustainable, high-quality produce. I am confident that SFVIEA’s members will continue to enhance trade networks, embrace innovation, and explore new growth opportunities in this dynamic industry.
Malaysia and Singapore have enjoyed a robust exchange of trade activities and growth over the past six decades, including in the fruits and vegetables sector. This growth is a testament to the strong partnership and mutual trust that we have cultivated.
In 2023, the trade volume of fruits and vegetables between Malaysia and Singapore saw a significant rise, underscoring the importance of this sector in our bilateral trade relations. Malaysia exported over SGD360 million worth of fruits and vegetables to Singapore, marking an 11.6% growth compared to 2022. From January to August 2024, Malaysia’s exports of fruits and vegetables to Singapore reached nearly SGD270 million, reflecting a 13.2% increase from the same period in 2023. Notably, fresh or chilled vegetables, fresh or chilled tomatoes, fresh durians, and fresh watermelons contributed 32% to the share of these exports.
The establishment of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone will further facilitate and ease the movement of goods across our borders, creating even more opportunities for businesses on both sides, including the agriculture industry. This initiative will not only streamline logistics but also enhance the supply chain efficiency, ensuring that fresh and high-quality produce reaches consumers promptly.
Looking ahead, I am confident that the strong partnership between Malaysia and Singapore will continue to thrive, bringing prosperity and growth to our economies. I encourage all members of SFVIEA to seize the opportunities presented by this dynamic trade environment and to continue working together to achieve even greater success.
Once again, congratulations on this significant milestone. I wish you continued success and growth.
Thank you