Network for Market Economy

Dedicated to advancing free market principles as a long-term response to this increasingly protectionist era.

In these era of renewed protectionism, tariffs and other trade barriers may be sold as a way to defend domestic industries. But they often end up raising costs, distorting markets, and triggering retaliation that harms businesses and consumers alike. Trade restrictions disrupt supply chains, dampen investment confidence, and make everyday goods more expensive.

Large economies can sometimes cushion the blow or use their market size as leverage.

Smaller states like Malaysia however, have far fewer tools. Highly dependent on open trade and external demand, they may in the short term have little choice but to absorb the impact of more protectionist policies imposed by their major trading partners.

Key Activities

Policy Briefings for Lawmakers and Government Officials

Providing research-based, practical policy options that support open markets, competition, and long-term economic resilience.

Industry Roundtables

Convening businesses and sector experts to discuss regulatory barriers, trade challenges, and market-oriented reforms.

Empowering SMEs with Advocacy Tools

Equipping small and medium enterprises with accessible resources, talking points, and platforms to advocate for policies that uphold free market principles.

Partnerships with Like-Minded Organisations

Collaborating with research institutes, business associations, and civil society groups in Malaysia and internationally to strengthen the case for open, rules-based economic systems.

Grassroots and Community Leader Engagement

Supporting local businesses, community leaders, and civic groups with clear, practical materials that help translate free market principles into everyday economic concerns, strengthening bottom-up understanding and support for market-oriented policies.

Stay Connected

We welcome policymakers, industry leaders, and community partners to keep in touch with our network for upcoming briefings, dialogues, and opportunities for collaboration in advancing practical, market-oriented policy solutions.