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Malaysia Strengthens Investment Drive Through High-Level Dialogue with Japanese Business Leaders – PM Anwar

TOKYO, June 10 -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yesterday presented Malaysia’s economic aspirations, policy direction and investment potential during a business dialogue with leaders of 29 major Japanese conglomerates. The dialogue, organised by the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), brought together representatives from some of the world's leading companies in banking and finance, semiconductors, renewable energy, infrastructure and petrochemicals. Speaking during the session, Anwar outlined the MADANI Government’s vision for sustainable economic growth and highlighted Malaysia’s strengths as a competitive investment destination in Southeast Asia. The meeting also provided an avenue for discussions on potential investment opportunities and strategic collaborations that could deliver mutual benefits for both Malaysia and Japan. Anwar stressed that the global supply chain disruptions affecting economies worldwide are accelerating shifts in the international economic landscape. He noted that countries capable of attracting strategic industries, advanced technologies and high-value investments would be better positioned to address future challenges, particularly in strengthening energy security and economic resilience. The Prime Minister said Malaysia must continue to deepen engagement with world-leading corporations to ensure the country remains competitive and develops into a regional hub for strategic industries and future technologies. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to enhancing the national investment ecosystem through clear, consistent and investor-friendly policies aimed at attracting more quality investments into key sectors. According to Anwar, such efforts are expected to strengthen the country's economic foundations while creating more high-value employment opportunities for Malaysians. The business dialogue formed part of the Prime Minister’s official visit to Japan, which focuses on strengthening bilateral economic cooperation and expanding investment ties between the two countries. -- MINUTESMY -- SOURCE:FB ANWAR IBRAHIM

TOKYO, June 10 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yesterday presented Malaysia’s economic aspirations, policy direction and investment potential during a business dialogue with leaders of 29 major Japanese conglomerates. The dialogue, organised by the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), brought together representatives from some of the world’s leading companies in banking […]