[2] The two countries are both significant tea producers, and co-operate in tri-national (with India) discussions of market conditions and promotion of the product globally.

[4] Malaysian exports primarily consist of printed material, alcohol, chemicals, electrical machinery, and clothing.

[5] Malawian exports are primarily agricultural produce, including fruit, vegetables, seeds and oils.

[7] In the period 1990–1997, 42 Malawians visited Malaysia under the Malaysian Government's South-South programs to share knowledge and technology with other countries.

[2] As of 1996[update], Malaysia does not plan to set up a diplomatic mission in Malawi, considering it too costly.