12MP: E&E to contribute RM120b to GDP by 2025

According to the EPU, efforts will also be undertaken to move the E&E industry towards higher-value activities across the supply chain with greater automation and advanced technology utilisation.

KUALA LUMPUR: The electrical and electronics (E&E) industry is targeted to contribute RM120 billion to gross domestic products (GDP) and generate RM495 billion in export earnings by 2025.

Under the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP), the E&E industry players will be encouraged to adopt advanced technologies and produce more sophisticated products, resulting in higher productivity and growth.