TOKYO JUNE, 9 2026 — Malaysian Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim today engaged with top Japanese business leaders during a dedicated roundtable meeting aimed at boosting high-value investments in Malaysia.
The session, held at the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo, brought together 29 senior executives from leading Japanese conglomerates in key sectors including banking and finance, semiconductors, renewable energy, infrastructure, and petrochemicals. It was jointly organised by Malaysia’s Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), and Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE).
In his address, Anwar highlighted Malaysia’s economic aspirations and investment potential, stressing the opportunities for bilateral cooperation. He noted that global supply chain disruptions are accelerating shifts in the international economic landscape, positioning countries that attract strategic industries and high-value investments for greater resilience.
“Malaysia must continue to strengthen ties with world-leading companies to remain competitive and emerge as a major hub for strategic industries and future technologies in the region,” Anwar said.
He emphasised the MADANI government’s commitment to a clear and consistent investment ecosystem to draw quality investments into strategic sectors, create high-value jobs, and strengthen economic resilience, including energy security.
The roundtable forms part of Anwar’s official three-day visit to Japan (June 8–10, 2026) at the invitation of the Japanese government. The visit also includes participation in the 31st Nikkei Forum: Future of Asia and a special lecture at Tokyo University.
Japan remains a major source of foreign direct investment (FDI) for Malaysia. Anwar has actively invited Japanese firms to expand in advanced technology areas such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing, and digital industries, alongside traditional sectors.
The engagement underscores Malaysia’s push to leverage global supply chain shifts and position itself as a preferred regional hub for high-tech manufacturing and innovation.
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