Kuala lumpur: Malaysia's Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's credibility and leadership continue to be key factors in boosting foreign investor confidence, particularly from Japan, in the country's economic prospects during his official visit to Japan, said Bank Rakyat chairman Datuk Mohd Irwan Mohd Mubarak.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Irwan stated that the successful relationships 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 noted that many investors and business figures from Japan were attracted by the Prime Minister's credibility in implementing initiatives to strengthen the national economy amid global challenges in West Asia.
Irwan emphasized that Japanese investors not only consider Malaysia'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 known for their long-term investment approach, placing great emphasis on stability, integrity, discipline, and policy continuity, he told Bernama while analyzing the benefits of the Prime Minister's recent official visit to Japan.
During a three-day visit to Japan, which concluded 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, attracting investors to explore opportunities in strategic sectors such as high technology, renewable energy, semiconductors, the digital economy, and high-tech manufacturing.
He also emphasized that the strong diplomatic and economic ties between Malaysia and Japan will continue to open new avenues for cooperation, capable of delivering widespread benefits through quality job opportunities, technology transfer, and human capital development. Irwan remarked that the confidence shown by Japanese investors reflects their trust in the country's economic direction led by the Prime Minister, indicating that Malaysia is on the right track to emerge as a leading investment hub in the region.
Irwan also stated 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.