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Malaysia's government will study proposals from the plastics manufacturing sector to address competitiveness issues stemming from global supply chain disruptions and rising input costs, signalling policy attention to a RM62.69 billion industry.
Kedah attracted RM1.4 billion in approved investments through 50 projects in the first quarter of 2026, with the government prioritizing infrastructure upgrades and incentive reforms to distribute industrial gains across rural areas.
Cambodia is pursuing higher-value manufacturing sectors through targeted investment missions to South Korea, seeking partnerships in automotive electronics, EV systems, and healthcare technology to diversify its economy beyond traditional garment exports.