9 Cities • 1 Mission – Uniting SMEs for a Stronger Tomorrow 🤝

The ESGAM President, Adj. Prac. Prof. Cheah Kok Hoong, participated as one of the panelists at the SME Platinum Business Award (SME PBA2026) Roadshow in Penang, alongside industry leaders, policymakers, and business experts, to engage in strategic dialogue on strengthening SME resilience, competitiveness, and sustainable growth.

The roadshow provided comprehensive insights into key areas impacting SME development, including:

🔹 SME development initiatives and government support programmes

🔹 E-invoicing implementation and tax compliance updates

🔹 Export readiness and international market expansion opportunities

🔹 ESG integration and sustainability practices for SMEs

🔹 Financing solutions and business growth strategies

🔹 Platinum Business Awards 2026

This platform continues to serve as an important engagement avenue for SMEs to gain industry insights, foster collaboration, and explore opportunities for long-term business advancement under PBA2026.