Shifting business realities: Time for Malaysia to adapt or fall behind


The ongoing tariff landscape is further prompting corporations to rethink their traditional strategies.

BUSINESS dynamics are changing, and Malaysia must continue to reassess its value proposition as the competition for foreign direct investment (FDI) intensifies.

This week, German tyre giant Continental announced that it will discontinue its tyre manufacturing operations at its Alor Setar, Kedah, plant by the end of 2025, after 46 years of operation.

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