US-China trade war benefits Malaysia as foreign firms move from China

[@ViolentCabbage-ym7ko]

Malaysia's move to attract Intel decades ago is now starting to pay off. Even though Malaysia was merely doing the backend of the semiconductor industry for decades, it allowed the ecosystem to develop and mature. They have a dedicated university in Penang (USM) that specialize in electronic, electrical engineering and computer science to meet the demand of big tech companies like Intel and Micron. The logistic hubs also specialized in moving fragile microchips and other electronic devices and good infrastructure such as roads, power and other pipelines have made it an ideal location for big tech companies to set up their operations in Malaysia.

[@hitthedeck4115]

Indeed, Malaysia seems to be 2nd to Singapore in SEA for STEM. Third place may be Vietnam/Thailand. The rest of SEA have a lot of catching up to do. Indonesia has the biggest capital but not the foundation to foster RnD to grow, hopefully it may change soon.

[@zarith87]

back end are an important part of semiconductor manufacturing.. without back end the silicon wafer it self is just a worthless piece of sand..

[@FriendlyTwo]

It was some Chinese leaders in Penang that sought out this sector, not Malaysia government - Mahathir was still clueless then.

[@KhalixMR]

​@FriendlyTwo ? It's during his time as PM4 under his policies that Malaysia expanded to the manufacturing economy. Just like any others previous PMs and ministers, one of their job is get as much as investments into the country as they can and establish attractive, win-win policies. If you want to play the race card, these ministers are Malays, not the Chinese. The Malays are the one with diplomacy and negotiation capabilities.

[@eldrinalrin-yk9jv]

​@@FriendlyTwoawak kerap terhidu bau tahi . Lain kali jangan pakai hidung made in lalat . Tapi saya percaya otak dan hati awak masih boleh berfungsi dengan lebih baik sesuai kemanusian .

[@TheTompinai]

Blessing in disguise. Benefited not only Malaysia but also neighboring countries.

[@asrie1234]

*Malaysia already experienced in semiconductor chips industry beginning from the year 1972 in Peneng, now a lot semiconductor chips industry in Malaysia 🇲🇾♥️💝💖♥️💙🧡♥️💙🇲🇾*

[@FriendlyTwo]

Malaysia must be happy.

[@bobafett5757]

*China and Malaysia Boleh all the Way* 👍

[@happymelon7129]

😅Not only foreign firms move to Malaysia. China firms also move to Malaysia. So the products can change from "Made in China " to "Made in Malaysia", "by" China. 😂

[@ViolentCabbage-ym7ko]

It's called globalization and it's not a new concept.

[@asrie1234]

*Alhamdulillah semakin membaik Malaysia MADANI Kita, Tahniah2 Terbaiklah YAB Prime Minister of Malaysia Anwar Ibrahim 🇲🇾💙♥️🧡💖💝🇲🇾*

[@martinarchie2902]

To be certain, no one is arguing against trade. Our economy - indeed, the global economy - is highly dependent on trade without which commerce would grind to a disastrous halt.

[@2laidragon]

Also Malaysia have its work force that are fluent in mandarin and English where Vietnam, Thailand or Indonesia lack

[@bella8145-d9z]

who cares about mandarin. English is much better. and Chinese is only 22% of Malaysia population.

[@KhalixMR]

Actually Mandarin is not an important factor if the factories are in Malaysia. As a matter of fact, the Chinese taikors will need to learn English and Malay to survive and sustain.

[@cl-he9us]

A move that probably benefits everyone: Malaysia gets investment and technology; foreign firms get new market; and China frees market space for Chinese-owned companies

[@PlanetCHINA.1]

Which company move out from China or is it China kicked them out due to Retaliation from US cold war??

[@martinarchie2902]

Singapore has pledged to push ahead with the zombie-like trade pact among remnant economies.

[@umaiman3576]

Indeed... China fdi are very secluded. Even worker they imported from china... 😢

[@achalasharma8756]

Trade wars are not beneficial. Both countries need markets for their products and services. Surely, both dont want to lose markets

[@meipakyu4688]

China will be doing the same! It will moving its ghost cities to Malaysia to join Chinese Forest City in Johor!😂😂😂

[@ViolentCabbage-ym7ko]

The Agong plans to revive the HSR so that it will pass thought Forest City before reaching Singapore. It would be stupid to call it a failure when the Forest City is located in close proximity to Singapore. This is the reason why the project is not abandoned yet.

[@deschan2246]

Does Singapore benefit from it? 😂

[@bladeqmaster]

Very much in fact, as one of the world top financial hub. Sg will serve major role for these companies in capital managements and other financial needs that are secure and efficient.

[@deschan2246]

​@bladeqmaster pretty empty not tangible. How do u know?😂 what the imvolve value?

[@jer2911.L]

@@deschan2246 Wah!! Second class Malaysian citizen attacking His own country. Don't look down on the Bumiputras.

[@ViolentCabbage-ym7ko]

@@bladeqmaster Singapore is losing appeal as management headquarters. Why should companies spend more money in Singapore when there are other attractive options in the region? Nissin is moving its HQ to Thailand and Sakata INX is moving its HQ to Malaysia

[@bella8145-d9z]

​@@jer2911.L yup. this all Mahathir doing. Malaysia developed because of malays. not Chinese 😂😂

[@rickyh695]

Sound like more job for bangladesh.

[@edyhiun9468]

cna = china news agency Lol

[@martinarchie2902]

DESPITE THE USA’s withdrawal from the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement

[@BrandyHeng007]

Not Malaysia, Tesla moving to conservative Indonesia

[@rosliyatim711]

Wake up men....

[@rexteo8062]

Malaysian Chinese Niche Mechanical Engineers whose are earning USD$ in Hong Kong are benefits. Malaysia Chinese Niche Mechanical Engineers in Hong Kong can come back to Malaysia Penang and Shah Alam manufacturing zones.. USA/EU between Malaysia Chinese Engineers (USD$) between China/HongKong/SuZhou/GuangDong.

[@manliong-w7d]

seems like all this company prefer Vietnam or Indonesia rather than Malaysia.

[@martinarchie2902]

PAP’s tactic to cover up its avarice and short-sighted opportunism by turning the tables on Singaporeans is clumsy at best.
“It must be called out

[@martinarchie2902]

One answer is that the PAP has little choice, it doesn’t know what else to do. It is a one-trick pony that hasn’t learned to adapt to a changing environment.

[@Gonecase4ever]

Are you sure?

[@ViolentCabbage-ym7ko]

@@Gonecase4ever The brain behind PAP's success(LKY) is long gone. The rest are nothing spectacular

[@Gonecase4ever]

@@ViolentCabbage-ym7ko the brain isn’t forge by one person. It’s the policy and principles that are handed down that matter.

[@jer2911.L]

@@ViolentCabbage-ym7ko Assume you are better than the "rest". Show your credentials.

[@jer2911.L]

@martinarchie2902 In all the forums, you post a lot of rubbish. Since you are such a smarty pants, show us what ideas you have. Or are you just full of "air".

[@mpdmpd8118]

All minister in malaysia on high lolol

[@Scambuster491]

Then boycott. 😂😂😂

[@sart3735]

Yay. All Malaysians in SG can move back and work for chips company. We have less of them here. Great.

[@leskirkup]

lol kiasu brainwashed to hate malaysia from singapore propaganda

[@sart3735]

@@leskirkup LoL. Nope I am brainwashed. Based on my personal experience . 8 out of 10 Malaysians in SG are of crappy quality and the most grateful foreigners. Btw it's Malaysians who are brainwashed by your politicians to hate SG. SG always appeared in Mahathir 's speech but Malaysia does not appear in our politicians speech cos not worth talking about. 😂.

[@sart3735]

@@leskirkup 😂. Whatever, we are very happy if your chip industry is doing well and if it means we can have less Malaysians in SG.

[@sart3735]

@@leskirkup kiasu is overused on SG. Boring. 😂

[@jer2911.L]

Totally agree with you. The SG haters must depart Singapore.