The rubber industry in Malaysia has long served as a cornerstone of the nation’s industrialisation. Once a global leader in rubber production, the sector now faces heightened challenges due to evolving market conditions and global competition, putting it at risk of becoming a sunset industry. Nevertheless, its deep-rooted expertise and capacity for innovation present a…

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MIDA Paris continues to reinforce France–Malaysia economic relations in 2025, leveraging the momentum generated by the Prime Minister, YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s official visit to Paris. Through strategic engagements, targeted industry dialogues, and facilitation efforts, the office has positioned Malaysia as a competitive and sustainable investment destination for French investment into the Asia-Pacific region.…

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Malaysia’s investment performance has proved strongly resilient in a turbulent global environment. The country attracted RM285.2 billion in approved investments during the first nine months of 2025 (9M 2025), a 13.2% increase year-on-year from the previous year. The 4,874 approved projects span manufacturing, services, and primary sectors. The approvals cover a projected employment creation of…

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MIDA is dedicated to bolstering Malaysia’s appeal as a prime destination for high-quality and sustainable investments from Australia and New Zealand. Through targeted engagements, strategic collaborations, and closer policy alignment, MIDA is advancing initiatives that deepen economic ties and foster shared prosperity—anchored in Malaysia’s national industrial transformation agenda and the evolving investment priorities of Australia…

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Malaysia has steadily emerged as one of the leading players in the global modest fashion industry, reflecting its unique blend of cultural diversity, craftsmanship, and innovative design. Driven by a significant Muslim population and a growing middle class seeking high-quality apparel, Malaysia has successfully nurtured a dynamic ecosystem of designers, manufacturers, and retailers who are…

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Powering today’s high-tech revolution specialty chemicals are the hidden enablers of innovation. Unlike bulk chemicals produced in large volumes for general use, specialty chemicals are precision-engineered to deliver specific performance outcomes. Leveraging its abundant feedstock and investment-ready infrastructure, the East Coast Economic Region (ECER) is accelerating its move into this high-value segment, positioning itself as…

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Founded in 2014, Signature Market began with a vision to transform healthy living by making wellness products more accessible and affordable to the Malaysian community. From its early days as Signature Snack, the company has transformed into a lifestyle-focused, Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) brand that now caters to a growing market both locally and regionally.…

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As Malaysia prepares for Visit Malaysia Year (VMY) 2026, the nation is poised to mark a major milestone in its tourism industry. With an ambitious target of attracting 47 million tourists and achieving RM147.1 billion in tourism receipts, VMY 2026 signals Malaysia’s determination to elevate itself as a premier global destination.   For the hospitality…

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The Oil and Gas Services Equipment (OGSE) sector remains a key driver of Malaysia’s growth, contributing between 5% and 8% to the national GDP. In 2023, the sector recorded its highest revenue at RM83.9 billion, underscoring its resilience and importance in the economy. The ecosystem comprises more than 4,000 vendors and employs over 59,000 skilled…

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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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