Malaysia’s trade and investment mission to France in July 2025 secured an estimated MYR 4 billion (USD 900 million) in potential investments and MYR 675 million (USD 152 million) in prospective exports. The delegation met with 40 representatives from France’s industrial sector, with interest spanning high-tech manufacturing, aerospace, renewable energy, tourism and hospitality, digital economy, and sustainable infrastructure.
The Malaysian Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) noted that potential exports were concentrated in high-impact sectors such as aerospace, automotive, renewable energy, pharmaceuticals, digital economy, lifestyle, and halal industries, reflecting Malaysia’s strategic priorities under the New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030) and Green Investment Strategy. Companies engaged in the mission expressed their intent to continue investing in Malaysia, highlighting a stable and dynamic investment ecosystem, strong global demand for Malaysian-made products, efficient domestic supply chains, a highly skilled workforce, and investor-friendly policies.
The mission’s success highlights sustained foreign confidence in Malaysia’s economic environment. MITI emphasized that the anticipated investments and trade opportunities will strengthen strategic industries, create business opportunities for local companies, including SMEs, and generate high-paying jobs, further reinforcing Malaysia’s position as a competitive regional investment hub.
(Sources: The Sun Daily; The Edge Malaysia)
