Malaysia is focusing on attracting high-impact investments in the artificial intelligence (AI) and renewable energy technology sectors, with an approved investment value for January to June 2025 totaling RM190.3 billion.
Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, Liew Chin Tong said the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) together with the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) are always proactive in formulating new policies to strengthen the competitiveness of the technology sector, which is increasingly trusted by international investors.
According to him, the New Investment Incentive Framework (NIIF) focuses on the digital and green sectors, while the Digital Investment Office (DIO) was established through a collaboration between MIDA and the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) to facilitate digital investments.
Among the government's measures are the implementation of the New Investment Policy, the New Industrial Master Plan (NIMP) 2030, the National Semiconductor Strategy and the Green Investment Strategy.
In addition, the government is also strengthening the local-international supply chain ecosystem, mandating local vendor collaboration, implementing industrial training programs and developing an i-Services portal to connect service providers with investors.
In the first half of 2025, Malaysia successfully attracted approved investments worth RM190.3 billion, an increase of 18.7% compared to the same period in 2024.
