Hike in medical device exports


GEORGE TOWN: The export revenue of medical devices from Malaysia is expected to surpass RM12bil this year, compared with about RM11bil in 2010 a growth of over 9%.

However, Association of Malaysia Medical Industries (AMMI) secretary Hitendra Joshi told StarBiz there was concern in the industry over slower orders from the United States in the second half this year following a weaker greenback.

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