Already one of the most trade-oriented economies in the world and an established regional leader in attracting foreign investment, Malaysia now aims to compete with Singapore as an alternative regional trade and investment hub for rapidly developing ASEAN. Although it boasts a liberal investment environment, foreign investment is restricted in certain sectors, especially retail, banking,...
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Chapter | Trade & Investment from The Report: Malaysia 2014
Chapter | Country Profile from The Report: Malaysia 2014
Malaysia consists of 13 states across a total land area of 330,000 sq km; its capital, Kuala Lumpur, is located approximately 300 km from Singapore. According to the Department of Statistics, Malaysia’s population reached 29.95m in 2013, with an average growth rate of 1.45% between 2012 and 2013. “Malaysia Truly Asia,” the country’s tourism slogan reflects who Malaysians are: an amalgamation...
Malaysia’s natural resources and its well-educated population are some of the many credentials that keep the country in good stead, with priorities centred on preparing for the ASEAN Economic Community in 2015 and steering the policy framework toward more inclusive political representation. The economy is built around global trade, and the government is working to encourage greater private investment.
The economy defied expectations in Malaysia by maintaining a high level of growth in the first half of 2014 at 6.3%, according to new figures released in mid-August, though any weakening in exports could see the rate of expansion ease marginally towards the end of the year and into 2015.
Articles & Analysis | Always welcome: From nature treks to medical treatments, the state has something to offer every visitor from The Report: Malaysia 2014
Possessing the highest mountain in Malaysia, along with its deepest canyon, Sabah offers visitors some truly spectacular attractions. Its forests contain unique flora and fauna, its coasts world-renowned beaches, and its vibrant towns and cities offer a welcoming and multi-cultural panorama. Leveraging these gifts with increasing success in recent years has been a...
A diplomatic approach towards regional issues has strengthened Malaysia’s efforts to boost trade and investment ties with China, setting the scene for the two countries to roll out an ambitious programme of increased financial cooperation.