1. DOING BUSINESS IN MALAYSIA

2. MALAYSIA
Global
Ranking

3. Top 3 growth centres in emerging markets Deutsche Bank Research 2005
Top 10 countries as a choice for business location TNS Global Reputation Survey 2005
Top 3 countries for Offshore Location Centres A.T.Kearney – Annual Global Services Location Index, 2005
Top 5 countries for energy, finance and logistics in global shared services and outsourcing (SSO) Frost & Sullivan - SSO Hub Potential Analysis 2005
23rd most competitive economy in the world IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook, 2006
Kuala Lumpur is the cheapest city in the world to live in UBS Bank of Switzerland, 2006

4. MALAYSIA
Images of Malaysia

5. In the Heart of South East Asia
The Location
In the Heart of South East Asia

6. The City

8. The City

10. The People
Malaysia truly Asia

11. MALAYSIA Malaysian Economy GDP Growth 5.8% (2007 est.6%)
Per Capita Income Euro 3,652
Population million
Work Force million
Unemployment %
Inflation %
Trade Surplus Euro 19.9 billion
Int.Reserve Euro 56.8 billion

12. MALAYSIA
Strength of the
Manufacturing
Sector

13. Multinational corporations from more than 50 countries have invested in over 5,000 projects in Malaysia's manufacturing sector.

14. Foreign Direct Investment In Approved Manufacturing Projects (Euro Billion)

15. Sources of FDI (Top 10 Countries),
COUNTRY
INVESTMENTS
(EURO MILLION)
USA
3,499.6
JAPAN
2,802.3
GERMANY
2,772.2
SINGAPORE
2,039.5
UNITED KINGDOM
955.5
NETHERLANDS
930.8
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
849.3
KOREA
808.4
TAIWAN
671.2
AUSTRALIA
665.0

16. MALAYSIA
Investment
Opportunities

17. Targeted Sectors (Manufacturing)
High technology, capital intensive and knowledge driven industries:
Biotechnology
Advanced electronics
Optics and photonics
Wireless technology
Display technology (TFT, LCD, Plasma & parts)
Petrochemical
Pharmaceutical
Medical devices
ICT

18. Industries manufacturing intermediate goods
Machinery and equipment
Components and parts
Moulds and dies
Resourced-based industries
Food ( Halal Hub )
Value-added products from oil palm biomass (particle board, MDF board, animal feed)

19. Targeted Sectors (Services)
Operational Headquarters (OHQ)
International Procurement Centre (IPC)
Regional Distribution Centre (RDC)
Regional Office (RO)
Representative Office (RE)
Integrated Logistic Services (ILS)
Integrated Market Support Services (IMSS)
Integrated Central Utility Facilities (CUF)

20. MALAYSIA
Investment
Incentives

21. Foreign companies could consider the establishment of the following:
Services Sector
Foreign companies could consider the establishment of the following:
Representative Office
Regional Office
Operational Headquarters (OHQ)
Regional Distribution Centre (RDC)
International Procurement Centre (IPC)

22. Full income tax exemption for 10 years
Incentives Granted for
OHQ, IPC & RDC
Full income tax exemption for 10 years

23. Manufacturing Sector
Foreign companies could consider the establishment of manufacturing operations in the promoted areas of:
High Technology projects
Strategic Projects

24. Incentives Granted
Pioneer Status (PS) with income tax exemption up to 100% for 5 to 10 years; or
Investment Tax Allowance (ITA) up to 100% for 5 years. Allowance can be offset against 100% of statutory income.
Customised Incentives - granted on request of the company and the merits of each case
Reinvestment Allowance of 60% for a period of 15 years (For reinvestment).
Duty exemption on raw materials and machinery and equipment

25. MALAYSIA
Liberal
Investment
Policies

26. Equity Ownership
Foreigners are allowed to hold 100% equity ownership.

27. Employment of Expatriates
Foreign companies are allowed to bring in expatriate personnel to hold
- key posts (posts that are permanently filled by foreigners)
- term posts (posts that are filled by foreigners for a period of 1-5 years)

28. Approval Process Fast Track approval Pre-Packaged Committee
Cabinet Committee on High Impact Projects (Chaired by the Hon. Deputy Prime Minister)

29. Implementation of Projects
Project Implementation Coordination Unit (PICU) in MIDA will monitor and render assistance to expedite the implementation of approved manufacturing and services projects.
Special project officers are appointed to ‘hand-hold’ and assist investors in obtaining all necessary approvals until projects are operational.

30. MALAYSIA
Why Malaysia?

31. Political and Economic Stability
Strong Government support including liberal investment policies and attractive incentives (Tax and Non Tax)
Liberal Investment Policies
Transparent Policies
Security of Intellectual Property
Well Developed Infrastructure
Multi Racial (Malays, Chinese and Indians)
Trainable, Educated and English Speaking Workforce
Harmonious Industrial Relations
Quality of Life
Good Track Record
Member of ASEAN

32. Your Profit Centre in Asia When you want to do business in Asia
Do it in Malaysia
Your Profit Centre in Asia
When you want to do business in Asia

33. Appendix
MALAYSIA
What Foreign
Investors Says

34. FLEXTRONICS. PHILIPS. SHELL. UNILEVER. BASF. IKEA. NESTLE
FLEXTRONICS * PHILIPS * SHELL * UNILEVER * BASF * IKEA * NESTLE * AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES * BP AMOCO HITACHI * ELEKTRISOLA * MOTOROLA * SAMSUNG KOMAG * ERICSSON * SONY * MATSUHITA * INFENION BMW * DAIMLERCHRYSLER * MIECO * PHILLIPS ROBERT BOSCH * IDEMITSU * SHARP * TORAY ……..

35. Schenker Logistics (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd.
“We believe that a strong global network is a very important competitive advantage in the logistics industry and Malaysia is a key market in the Asian Region, Malaysia's continuous growth and the transition of the Malaysian economy into an export-driven economy, spurred on by high technology, knowledge-based and capital-intensive industries proved our decision to be right."
Reiner Allgeier,
Managing Director,
Schenker Logistics (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd.

36. Wolfgang Schlimme Managing Director BMW Group Malaysia
“Since entering Malaysia, BMW has developed a strong platform, complemented by the professional support and commitment shown by our partners here in Malaysia. With a strong and stable political climate, some of the best infrastructure in the region and a large talent pool, Malaysia serves as a firm base for the BMW Group's growth plans in Asia.
The establishment of the Regional Parts Distribution Centre in Port of Tanjung Pelepas, Johor Darul Takzim in August 2004 represents the introduction of a key regional role for BMW Group Malaysia. The Regional Parts Distribution Centre supports the BMW Group by the speedy distribution of parts and accessories throughout the Asia-Pacific markets, providing premium customer service. “
Wolfgang Schlimme Managing Director BMW Group Malaysia 

37. “ Malaysia is an excellent place for do business
“ Malaysia is an excellent place for do business. The Malaysia government has shown exemplary support through excellent infrastructure development and a good education system that allows us to employ a high quality workforce.
There is in existence a large pool of component suppliers in Malaysia, thus we have transferred from Singapore and established an International Procurement Office here for sourcing parts to other Sony companies worldwide.
Malaysia's political and economical stability has been and will continue to provide and ideal investment climate for us to prosper. The establishment of business-friendly laws and policies has helped us to remain at the competitive edge of the local and global market.”
SONY
Koichi Nakamura The Malaysian Representative of the Sony Group of Companies in Malaysia.

38. DAIMLERCHRYSLER
“DaimlerChrysler Malaysia’s 250 employees with their unique skills and creativity provide the high-quality workmanship expected by our customers. With a well-developed infrastructure and an educated and productive workforce in place, the company is set to take the Mercedes-Benz brand and heritage to newer heights.
Malaysia offers numerous advantages to investors. The Malaysian government is committed to improving the investment environment in the country especially its continuous support and efforts in developing the country as one of the automotive hubs in the ASEAN region. We have made the right decision to invest in Malaysia and we look forward to further expanding our investments to complement the growth of Malaysia’s automotive industry.”
Frank Steinler
     President & CEO
     DaimlerChrysler
     Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

39. ERICSSON
“The governmental policies that are put in place encourage growth and promote investments in a stable political climate. Malaysia has a well-developed infrastructure and strong industrial linkages with supporting industries, thus providing an excellent business environment. In addition, the workforce is educated and productive. All these make Malaysia an ideal choice for investments.”
Mats H. Olsson President & Country Manager Ericsson Companies in Malaysia