Kerian Integrated Green Industrial Park still in planning stage, focusing on land acquisition from Sime Darby Plantation, says Liew
“We hope that we will be able to secure an agreement from all parties, and this project can be launched this year.
“We hope that we will be able to secure an agreement from all parties, and this project can be launched this year.
“The ECRL is poised to be a game changer for Malaysia, linking us more closely to the Pan-Asia railway network and enhancing our connectivity with Asean and Eurasia regions.
Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Liew Chin Tong said the proposal was presented to the Ministry of Finance (MOF) during the National EV Steering Committee (NEVSC) meeting.
"What is also important is for them to explore solutions to help the industry keep abreast of the latest green manufacturing technologies, to be in line with Malaysia's commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 45% by 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.
Liew said the roadmap will include policies and pathways to assist the iron and steel sector to commence the transition towards reducing its carbon footprint.
Immigration facilitation is also being accorded to nomad workers, defined as IT and digital professionals such as digital freelancers, independent contractors and remote workers in targeted manufacturing sectors under NIP and NIMP 2030 in the form of a Digital Nomad Pass.
“We are pleased by Tesla’s decision to establish its presence in the electric vehicle ecosystem in Malaysia.
The total number of ready EV and hybrid units in Malaysia currently stands at 21,659 units.
It is unclear which companies are linked to the project awards.
KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 12): The Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) said the manufacturing sector is the most affected industrial sector hit by Covid-19.