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The Rise of Malaysia
ICT and semiconductor industry's growing interest in Malaysia.
The US-China trade war has resulted in many companies seeking non-Chinese production sites as alternatives.

Malaysia is receiving increased interest from the ICT and semiconductor industries and emerging as a viable destination for production relocation.

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Monday 8 August 2022
SEA roundup: Consequences of Pelosi's visit to Taiwan felt in SEA
US House speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan has heightened cross-strait tensions, but countries in Southeast Asia may also feel more geopolitical pressure from China.
Thursday 4 August 2022
SEA PMI mostly down in July except in Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia
Southeast Asia's manufacturing purchasing managers' index (PMI) mostly decreased.
Tuesday 2 August 2022
Which EVs will capture most hearts in Malaysia: BYD Atto 3 or Perodua Ativa Hybrid?
BYD Atto 3 and Perodua Ativa Hybrid, both target the middle class and are sporty SUVs. They are environmentally sustainable but vary in many other aspects such as price and size.
Tuesday 2 August 2022
OSATs see little drive from Chips Act for building US operations
Taiwan's OSATs may not move to set up plants in the US though the US Congress has approved the Chips and Science Act 2022, and instead will carry out capacity expansions at their...
Monday 1 August 2022
SEA roundup: FDI expanding in Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam
Foreign investments in Indonesia, Malaysia and Vietnam have expanded vastly, with investors coming from Japan and South Korea.
Thursday 28 July 2022
Malaysia continues to expand its semiconductor space
Malaysia's semiconductor industry has matured, and a number of companies have built or expanded their operations in the country. This trend is likely to continue as long as future...
Tuesday 26 July 2022
SEA Startup Assembly 2022 bridges collaborations among ASEAN plus government startup agencies
Thailand's National Innovation Agency (NIA) has recently hosted the Southeast Asia Startup Assembly (SEASA 2022) in Bangkok under the theme "Open the Cities for Startup Opportunities...
Monday 25 July 2022
SEA roundup: Investment in EV supply chain growing
Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam are receiving increasing investments in the electric vehicle (EV) supply chain.
Thursday 14 July 2022
Infineon, Bosch investment pouring into Malaysia semiconductor sector
Infineon lays foundation of its third wafer fab module in Kulim. Construction is expected to be completed by the third quarter of 2024. Meanwhile, Bosch is building a new semiconductor...
Friday 8 July 2022
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Thursday 7 July 2022
Proton unveils new hi-tech engine assembly line
Malaysia's first car manufacturer Proton unveiled their new hi-tech engine assembly line at Tanjung Malim at an exclusive event.
Wednesday 6 July 2022
Smith+Nephew opens manufacturing facility in Malaysia to support orthopaedics business
Smith+Nephew, the global medical technology company, today opened its new high-technology manufacturing facility in Batu Kawan Industrial Park in Penang, Malaysia.
Monday 4 July 2022
AEM to create over 300 jobs in Singapore, Malaysia, US expansion
AEM, a global leader in test innovation, expands its operation by having a new site in Malaysia and the US. AEM will also expand its R&D centers in the aforementioned countries...
Tuesday 28 June 2022
Wiwynn breaks ground on phase two of Malaysia site
Taiwan-based server ODM Wiwynn has broken ground on the second phase of its new site in Johor, Malaysia. The focus of the new facility is to expand its server motherboard production...
Monday 27 June 2022
SEA roundup: Malaysia seeks more investment from semiconductor players
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