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Malaysia

Malaysia · MYS · Southeast Asia

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Overview

Malaysia is a diverse Southeast Asian nation known for its multicultural society, rich natural resources, and rapidly industrializing economy. It is a major exporter of electronics, petroleum, and palm oil, and is actively pursuing high-tech manufacturing and services.

Leadership

Ibrahim Iskandar

King (Yang di-Pertuan Agong)

GOVERNMENT: Federal parliamentary constitutional monarchy

Anwar Ibrahim

Mohamad Hasan

Rafizi Ramli

Economy

GDP

$525.0B

GDP per Capita

$15.5K

GDP Growth

+4.8%

Inflation

2.8%

Unemployment

3.2%

ManufacturingElectronicsPetroleum and Natural GasPalm OilServices

Trade

Key Exports

Electronic EquipmentPetroleum and Liquefied Natural GasPalm OilChemicalsMachinery

Key Imports

Electronic EquipmentMachineryPetroleum ProductsPlasticsVehicles

Top Partners

ChinaSingaporeUnited StatesJapanThailandEuropean Union

Headlines (8)

vietnamnews_vn12h ago

Việt Nam win sepak takraw gold at Asian Games

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nst12h ago

RM93mil boost for Malaysia's creative industry through Australia, South Korea deals

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scmp12h ago

Malaysia’s Forest City wants a rebirth. Scams, crime stand in the way

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channelnewsasia12h ago

Anthony Loke says will remain as Malaysia’s transport minister until Najib begins house arrest

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travelandtourworld12h ago

Indonesia Forest Fires Intensify as Kalimantan Haze Threatens Southeast Asia Tourism

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straitstimes12h ago

Viral Japanese bakery I’m Donut? to open outlet in Singapore

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dayakdaily12h ago

S’wak Tourism Board wins Black Dolphin Trophy at Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards 2026 in France

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moneycontrol12h ago

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