PMX's credibility boosts Japanese investor confidence in Malaysia’s economy

KUALA LUMPUR - The credibility and leadership of Malaysia’s Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in enhancing foreign investors’ confidence, especially from Japan, regarding the country’s economic prospects during his official visit to Japan, said Bank Rakyat chairman Datuk Mohd Irwan Mohd Mubarak.

"The close relationships successfully built by Anwar with the international business community have positioned Malaysia as a trusted and competitive investment destination in both the Asian region and globally,” he said.

Irwan said many investors and business figures from Japan he met were attracted by the Prime Minister’s credibility in implementing various initiatives to strengthen the national economy amid global challenges in the Middle East.

"Japanese investors not only consider the country’s strong economic fundamentals but also factor in political stability, policy clarity, and the credibility of the national leadership in making investment decisions.

"Japanese investors are also known for their long-term investment approach. They place great emphasis on stability, integrity, discipline, and policy continuity,” he told Bernama while analysing the benefits of the Prime Minister’s recent official visit to Japan.

During the three-day visit, which ended yesterday, Anwar, who is also the Finance Minister, held a roundtable session with 29 selected Japanese business leaders.

Irwan, who is also a lawyer, highlighted that the government’s MADANI Economic policy has successfully created a more conducive economic ecosystem, simultaneously attracting investors to explore opportunities in strategic sectors such as high technology, renewable energy, semiconductors, the digital economy, and high-tech manufacturing.

He also emphasised that the strong diplomatic and economic ties between Malaysia and Japan will continue to open new avenues for cooperation, capable of delivering widespread benefits to the people through quality job opportunities, technology transfer, and human capital development.

"The confidence shown by Japanese investors reflects their trust in the country’s economic direction led by the Prime Minister. This is a positive sign that Malaysia is on the right track to emerge as a leading investment hub in the region,” he said.

Irwan also said that the increased interest from Japanese investors aligns with the government’s efforts to strengthen the country’s competitiveness, accelerate economic reforms, and ensure more sustainable and inclusive growth for the welfare of the people. - BERNAMA