KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Australia Business Council (MABC) intends to play a pivotal role within the New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030) framework, aiming to utilise MABC expertise, networks, and resources to boost Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) growth and support the nine mission-based projects and enabler approaches crucial for the masterplan's success.
The council has committed to facilitate bilateral trade, technology and knowledge transfer, investor engagement, skills and workforce development and sustainability and environmental initiatives.
MABS said in a statement today, that with a history dating back to the 1980s, it has been instrumental in fostering Australian-Malaysian trade relations, and will focus on advancing economic complexity through collaboration and trade partnerships.
MABC will act as a conduit for exchanging technological expertise and knowledge between Malaysian and Australian companies that will aid Malaysia's progress where technology adoption and innovation are key goals.
Leveraging Australia's experience in adopting cutting-edge technologies, advanced materials, and rare earths, MABC seeks to accelerate tech adoption and digitalisation in various sectors.
MABC will also facilitate dialogues and networking opportunities to attract foreign direct investment, aligning with the 'Investor One-Stop Portal' concept within the masterplan.
"MABC aims to streamline the process for Australian businesses looking to establish themselves in Malaysia," it added.
The council will also advocate for more Australian universities to establish a presence in Malaysia, leveraging the strong reputation of Australian education institutions within the country.
Furthermore, recognising the significance of sustainability, MABC aims to facilitate FDI from Australian companies into Malaysia's renewable energy sector, capitalising on Australia's rapid growth in this field.
"By connecting businesses with Malaysian government resources and aiding in establishing operations, MABC seeks to support both nations in achieving their climate goals by 2050," said MABC.
Source: https://www.nst.com.my/business/2023/09/951721/malaysia-australia-business-council-commits-playing-pivotal-role-within-nimp

