Zahid Hamidi Chairs High-Level Committee Meeting on MM2H to Boost Investment Appeal

Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today chaired the High-Level Committee (HLC) meeting on the Malaysia My Second Home Programme (MM2H), focusing on strategic approaches to strengthen the country’s investment attractiveness. In a statement, Zahid said the discussions centred on aligning policies, streamlining the ecosystem, and enhancing Malaysia’s overall value proposition to remain competitive at both regional and global levels. He emphasised that in an increasingly challenging economic landscape, a more structured and focused approach is essential to ensure Malaysia continues to be a preferred destination for investors while attracting high-quality investments. Zahid expressed confidence that ongoing efforts under the initiative will help boost investor confidence and further strengthen the nation’s economic position moving forward.

PUTRAJAYA, 13 APRIL — Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today chaired the High-Level Committee (HLC) meeting on the Malaysia My Second Home Programme (MM2H), focusing on strategic approaches to strengthen the country’s investment attractiveness. In a statement, Zahid said the discussions centred on aligning policies, streamlining the ecosystem, and enhancing Malaysia’s overall value proposition […]

Product Diversification Key to Strengthening Halal Industry- Datuk Seri Dr. Zahid Hamidi

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 — Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi emphasised the importance of product diversification in empowering Malaysia’s halal industry following his visit to the Al-Meswak Mu’min Factory. The visit took place after the groundbreaking ceremony of the PERDA Halal Park, where Zahid observed first-hand the role of industry players in supporting the nation’s halal ecosystem. He expressed satisfaction with the factory’s progress, noting that it has responded well to the government’s call to expand halal offerings beyond traditional food and beverage products. “I am pleased to see developments like this. The factory has clearly embraced efforts to diversify halal products into other high-potential segments,” he said in a statement. Zahid stressed that the halal industry must continue to evolve in a broader and more innovative direction to remain competitive and penetrate larger global markets. “This is the direction we must take — a more dynamic and forward-looking halal industry,” he added. He also highlighted the importance of close collaboration between industry players and government agencies to ensure continued growth and global reach for local halal products. “Insya-Allah, through strong cooperation, our local halal products will be able to go further and compete internationally. Let us continue to support locally produced halal goods,” he said. --Minutes MY / Igneseous Noris --Photo: FB Zahid Hamidi

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 — Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi emphasised the importance of product diversification in empowering Malaysia’s halal industry following his visit to the Al-Meswak Mu’min Factory. The visit took place after the groundbreaking ceremony of the PERDA Halal Park, where Zahid observed first-hand the role of industry players in supporting the […]