1. Malaysia is working to strengthen its role in the global semiconductor sector by diversifying supply chains and maintaining investor confidence amid trade uncertainties. The country’s approach is being shaped by the National Semiconductor Strategy (NSS), which aims to enhance resilience in an industry increasingly influenced by geopolitical and economic shifts.
2. The NSS reflects Malaysia’s ambition to position itself, alongside neighbouring economies such as Singapore and Vietnam, as a vital link in the global technology supply chain. The emphasis is on creating a more robust and flexible framework for semiconductor production and trade, moving away from the older reliance on single-sourced operations.
