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He pointed out the recent growth in investments in Selangor, Johor, and Kulim Hi-Tech, with more data centres and focus on AI being implemented in Malaysia.
Prime Minister of Malaysia Anwar Ibrahim has called on all parties — including the Ministry of Transport, relevant agencies, and private companies in the logistics sector — to maintain the highest standards of industry infrastructure and workforce skills.
Speaking at the DHL Complex in the KLIA Free Trade Zone, as cited by Bernama, PM Anwar affirmed that this focus aligns with the government's current priorities on industrialisation, digitalisation, energy transition, and semiconductors. Here, he further highlighted the major investors that have expressed interest in Malaysia this year, with infrastructure at ports, transport, and logistics being among their main considerations.
As further cited by Bernama, PM Anwar then touched on issues raised by investors that enter areas such as Selangor, Kulim (Kedah), Johor, Sabah, and Sarawak, pointing out that they examine the capabilities of the entire ecosystem.
"That is why I urge the ministry and stakeholders to prioritise this sector, as the pace and scale of change are rapid. If, for example, our systems lag, we will be left behind."
The Prime Minister also urged all relevant parties such as Malaysia Airports Holdings, MOT, the Royal Malaysian Customs Department, and the Immigration Department to ensure that the entire infrastructure of the logistics ecosystem receives due attention. He explained the importance of such a focus, as ports, transportation, airlines, and logistics management are crucial.
He pointed out the recent surge in investments in Selangor, Johor, and Kulim Hi-Tech, noting a new concentration of large companies in data centres and artificial intelligence in Malaysia.
"There is something to be proud of, but if we do not manage it well, it will hinder the progress we seek," he was quoted as saying.
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