Innovation and Growth: Malaysia Achieves Landmark Investment Year in 2025

2025 has been a year of record-breaking for Malaysia according to Malaysian Investment Development Authority – MIDA, with approved investments hitting RM426.7 billion.

The manufacturing sector led the charge, attracting RM131.3 billion, with 76.6% from foreign investors — a testament to Malaysia’s enduring appeal as a global investment hub. Strategic industries like Electronics & Electrical (E&E) continue to shine, securing RM28.5 billion and fueling the growth of local talent as investments move into higher-value activities.

Beyond the numbers, the real impact lies in opportunities created for Malaysians. Investment projects maintained strong momentum, with 708 new projects approved in 2025, creating 37,814 new job opportunities and empowering Malaysian talent across sectors.

Among the notable investments is TF AMD Electronics, with nearly RM5 billion committed. The project includes RM145 million dedicated to R&D and is expected to create over 5,600 job opportunities, with 86% of the workforce comprising Malaysians.

As Malaysia continues to move up the value chain, these investments reflect a clear trajectory towards a more innovative, inclusive, and sustainable economic future.

The milestone was marked by distinguished leaders, including YM Tengku Datuk Seri Utama Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz, Chairman of MIDA; YB Tuan Sim Tze Tzin, Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI); Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid, CEO of MIDA; Puan Zalina Zainol, Deputy CEO of MIDA, Investment Promotion and Facilitation; and Datuk Ginie Lim, CEO of Invest Melaka.