The objectives of MRMA are:

• To establish an environment to attract high quality REITs in Malaysia.
• To establish a framework for the development of the REIT industry, to coordinate investment activities and promote networking possibilities within the region.
• Improve transparency and provide quality research and information to both local, regional and international investors.
• Develop common workable standards that meet with international best practices especially in the areas of financial reporting, disclosure and corporate governance.
• Represent members’ interests through lobbying with Malaysian Government and regulators for functional regulations, viable structures and tax harmonization in order to enhance MREIT’s competitiveness in the region and internationally.
• Encourage and promote the listed property funds industry.
• Provide insightful market research and data bases that can be practically utilized by members.
• Establish working committees that can formulate policies and coordinate the various activities.
• Introduce training and discussion forums to analyze applicable laws and legislation, trends and current issues, improve professionalism and knowledge within the real estate investment industry