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The Malaysian state secured RM17.3 billion in approved manufacturing investments, with foreign capital accounting for nearly three-quarters of the total as Hong Kong and Singapore lead inflows.
Japan and Western investors seek alternative critical mineral sources as Beijing prepares to enforce restrictions this fall
The state oil firm posted a 4% profit gain in the first half of 2026 while completing a strategic refinery takeover and navigating West Asia supply risks.
Export volumes climbed 8.1 percent month-on-month while imports jumped 14 percent, signaling robust manufacturing activity and domestic consumption across Southeast Asia's third-largest economy.
Malaysia's national carmaker sold 100,000 vehicles in the first half and is banking on electrified models and affordable tech to sustain momentum through year-end.
Industry anticipates tighter supply conditions as weather concerns and Chinese demand converge to lift natural rubber benchmarks.
