Food safety, now more than ever, has taken centre stage in global forums. The COVID-19 pandemic brought this sharply into focus, exposing vulnerabilities in global agri-food supply chains. It also underscored how quickly disruptions in logistics, labour, or supply can compromise national food security.   Malaysia’s food supply is generally secure, ranking 8th among Asia-Pacific…

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As global investment trends shift toward sustainability, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance has become a defining factor in business competitiveness and investment attraction. Malaysia’s manufacturing ecosystem is embracing this transformation, anchored by national policies such as the New Industrial Master Plan (NIMP) 2030 and the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR) to ensure long-term competitiveness…

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In the spirit of inclusivity and compassion under the MADANI framework, MIDA carried out another impactful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative with the community of Kampung Cegar in Bidor, Perak on 21–22 September 2025.   Organised in collaboration with Kelab MIDA, Koperasi MIDA (KOMIDA), and Kelab Golf MIDA — with the active participation of MIDA…

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MIDA Sarawak continues to strengthen its position as a driving force in advancing Sarawak’s industrial transformation and investment ecosystem throughout 2025. Through high-impact engagements, strategic partnerships, and targeted investment facilitation, the office has reinforced Malaysia’s vision of balanced and sustainable growth—anchored on innovation, inclusivity, and resilience. From March to September 2025, MIDA Sarawak intensified its…

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Sabah, located in the northern part of Borneo, is recognised as a premier destination for eco-tourism and cultural heritage. Its diverse landscapes, ranging from tropical rainforests to alpine meadows, host some of the world’s richest biodiversity and are deeply rooted in vibrant indigenous traditions1.   With triple UNESCO recognition for Kinabalu Park, pristine wilderness areas…

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Headquartered in Senai, Johor, Sun Bus Tech Sdn. Bhd., has grown from the legacy of Sun Wah Group’s coachwork expertise since the 1970s into one of Malaysia’s leading manufacturers of aluminium bus bodies. Today, the company blends decades of craftsmanship with modern engineering to deliver high-quality solutions for both conventional and electric vehicles (EVs). As…

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Malaysia continued to chart a resilient course in the first half of 2025 (1H 2025), recording RM190.3 billion in approved investments across the services, manufacturing, and primary sectors—an 18.7% increase compared to the same period last year. These 3,011 approved projects are expected to generate over 89,000 new jobs, further cementing Malaysia’s position as a…

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Malaysia generates an estimated 39,000 tonnes of solid waste every day—the equivalent of filling almost 3,000 garbage trucks daily. With a growing population, rapid urbanisation, and expanding economic activities, this figure is set to rise, with the waste management sector as the second biggest contributor to national greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.   For decades, the…

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In 2009, environmental auditor Ramaness Parasuraman founded Free The Seed Sdn. Bhd. with a bold vision: to combat air pollution caused by the open burning of rice paddy straw in Malaysia. By transforming agricultural waste into biodegradable packaging, the company pioneered a “waste-to-wealth” model that reduces not only environmental harm but also uplifts rural communities…

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For decades, Malaysia has been a pillar of the global semiconductor industry, primarily known for its strengths in assembly, testing, and packaging. As the industry advances towards AI-driven chips and next-generation technologies, Malaysia is now undergoing a strategic transformation—moving beyond its traditional back-end role to explore and capture high-value front-end segments of the semiconductor supply…

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