Malaysia to Pick Up Momentum
Through the first quarter of 2009, electrical & electronics (E & E) products remained as Malaysia's leading sector. The E & E sector accounted for 38.3% in January – April 2009, totaling RM62.4 billion. (Source: Frost & Sullivan, July 2009)
Penang: The Silicon Island of the East
Malaysia’s electronics industry makes up about 43% of the country’s total manufacturing sector. Penang, considered by many as the Silicon Island of the East, is one of the four states that form the Northern Corridor, which aims to position Malaysia as a more distinguished and value-added economy in Southeast Asia. With its technical and well-skilled environment that is established over the years, Penang remains strong with the capability to become a high-technological electronics hub in the region.