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Malaysia secures RM190.3b in approved investments in H1 2025 - Tengku Zafrul

18.7% year-on-year rise reflects investor confidence in long-term industrial reform agenda

Updated 11 months ago · Published on 22 Aug 2025 5:02PM

Malaysia secures RM190.3b in approved investments in H1 2025 - Tengku Zafrul
MIDA reports that a total of 3,011 projects were approved across the manufacturing, services and primary sectors. - August 22, 2025

MALAYSIA recorded RM190.3 billion in approved investments during the first half of 2025, marking an 18.7 per cent increase compared to the same period last year, according to the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA).

Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz said the growth demonstrates sustained investor confidence—both foreign and domestic—in Malaysia’s clear policy direction and long-term industrial reform agenda.

“This has contributed to the strength of Malaysia’s economic foundation, which has proven resilient amid a challenging global environment,” he said in a statement today.

He added that the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) and MIDA are working closely with relevant ministries and agencies to ensure swift implementation of these investment commitments.

MIDA also reported that a total of 3,011 projects were approved across the manufacturing, services and primary sectors. These projects are expected to create 89,294 new jobs, underscoring Malaysia’s ability to convert investment commitments into tangible economic impact. - August 22, 2025

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