Why Foreign Investors Invest in Malaysia 2

Towards the Economy of Tomorrow

As a result of perceptive foresight,
strategic planning and abundant resources,
Malaysia offers investors a wide spectrum of investment opportunities.

The technologically-inclined economy of Malaysia is proven
through the country’s involvement in advanced electronics manufacturing,
R&D, biotechnology, photonics, logistics, design,
innovation and a highly automated manufacturing sector,
to name a few.
The Government’s objective is also to make Malaysia a hub for other value chain activities,
such as R&D, design and development (D&D), procurement,
logistics, distribution and marketing, business support services and shared services.

A Heaven for Foreign Companies

The conducive business environment in Malaysia has made the country
one of the world’s top investment destinations for offshore manufacturing operations.
Malaysia has to date attracted more than 5,000 foreign companies from more than 40 countries
to establish their operations in the country.
Many of them have also expanded and diversified their operations in the country,
reflecting their confidence in Malaysia as a site for their business ventures.

Economic Strength
Natural resources – crude oil, natural gas, tin, timber, palm oil, rubber.
GDP growth – 4.7% (2013)
GDP growth – 5.8% in the Fourth Quarter (2014)
Gross national savings – 32.7% of GNI
Per capita income – RM34,175 (USD10,337)
Unemployment rate – 3.1% (f)
Inflation (CPI) – 2.0 ~ 3.0% (f)
Supportive Government Policies
Pro-business policies
Responsive government
Liberal investment policies
Attractive tax and other incentives
Liberal exchange control regime
Intellectual property protection
An Educated Workforce
Talented, young, educated and productive workforce
Multilingual workforce speaking two or three languages, including English
Comprehensive system of vocational and industrial training, including advanced skills training
Harmonious industrial relations with minimal trade disputes
Developed Infrastructure
Network of well-maintained highways and railways
Well-equipped seaports and airports
High quality telecommunications network and services
Fully developed industrial parks, including free industrial zones,
technology parks and Multimedia Super Corridor (MSC)
Advanced MSC Malaysia Cybercities and Cybercenters
Vibrant Business Development
Market-oriented economy
Well-developed financial and banking sector, including the Labuan International Business and Financial Centre
Wide use of English, especially in business, legal and accounting practices based on the British system
Large local business community with a long history in international business links
Large foreign business community in all business sectors
Extensive trade links – country’s total trade was valued at RM1.31 trillion in 2012
Quality of Life
Friendly and hospitable Malaysians
Safe and comfortable living environment
Excellent housing, modern amenities, good healthcare and medical facilities
Excellent educational institutions including international schools for expatriate children
World-class recreational and sports facilities.

Excellent shopping with goods from all over the world.

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