Functions of KPDN

KPDN formulates policies, strategies and reviews matters pertaining to the development of the domestic trade i.e. Distributive Trade and Consumerism Sectors. Scope of Work for the Ministry : Domestic Trade Develops business opportunities and socio-economic standing of the Malaysian citizen through the profiles of wholesalers and retailers, franchise, direct-selling, hawkers and petty traders as well as downstream sectors of petroleum; Determines and monitors prices of essential goods; Controls and monitors the sales and distributions of essential goods, petroleum and petrochemical products and direct-selling trade; Implements the regulation on metric weights and measures; Regulates matters pertaining to companies and businesses based on the related acts; Encourage good corporate governance practices; and Develops and administers the intellectual property protection system. Consumerism Carries out consumer education programmes. Enhances programmes on consumer awareness and consumer protection. Encourages and assists consumer movements.