📊Executive Summary

Malaysia is positioning itself as a key player in the global semiconductor market, moving beyond backend processes to higher-value segments such as IC design and advanced manufacturing. The National Semiconductor Strategy, launched in 2024, aims to enhance Malaysia's resilience amid geopolitical shifts and strengthen the regional supply chain. This strategy not only benefits Malaysia but also supports neighboring countries like Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam in developing complementary capabilities. With Malaysia accounting for 13% of the global outsourced assembly and testing market, its evolution could reduce Southeast Asia's reliance on East Asian semiconductor hubs and attract more foreign investment....