Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia has expressed approval of United States President Donald Trump’s decision to reevaluate the export regulations concerning artificial intelligence (AI) chips, emphasizing the importance of clear and consistent technology policies for fostering global innovation, enhancing supply chain resilience, and promoting inclusive growth.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) is actively collaborating with major trade partners to ensure secure and fair access to essential technologies through the National Geoeconomic Command Centre (NGCC). MITI has stated its support for frameworks that encourage trust, national security, and technology access for responsible nations, in response to inquiries about news reports regarding Washington’s plans to review AI export restrictions.
MITI highlighted Malaysia’s role as a significant entity within the global semiconductor landscape and expressed the MADANI Government’s openness to strategic partnerships that stimulate innovation and inclusive growth. Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz remarked that the U.S. policy review would particularly benefit Malaysia’s semiconductor industry, with further details anticipated soon.
The minister noted that industry stakeholders in Malaysia are optimistic about the potential advantages, given the country’s prominence as a major hub for technology production and usage. He shared these insights at a press conference following his visit to the Malaysia Autoshow (MAS) 2025 at MAEPS Serdang. Additionally, MITI’s deputy secretary-general (trade), Mastura Ahmad Mustafa, has engaged in discussions with U.S. trade representatives, with further meetings planned.
Minister Tengku Zafrul also mentioned his upcoming meeting with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in Korea during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. This meeting aims to assess the progress of ongoing negotiations between Malaysia’s chief negotiator and the USTR.