Time for Malaysia to keep its edge in global chips


The government’s new National Semiconductor Strategy provides a clear roadmap for the country’s move up the global technology value chain.

MALAYSIA’S semiconductor industry has been a source of national pride since Intel opened its first overseas assembly plant in Penang in 1972.

Since then, Malaysia has captured a 13% share of global testing and packaging, building a semiconductor industry that now accounts for 25% of gross domestic product.

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