Malaysia Deepens Semiconductor Market Reach at SEMICON SEA 2025, Local Firms Showcase Advanced Tech Solutions
KUALA LUMPUR, 19 MAY 2025 (MONDAY) - Malaysia is strategically positioning itself as a critical nexus for semiconductor supply chain resilience in the Asia Pacific region, as global trade dynamics shift amid geopolitical pressures. Towards this end, the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) will, for the 10th consecutive time, participate in SEMICON Southeast Asia (SEA) 2025, the region’s premier platform for the global electronics and semiconductor industry.
A total of nine (9) Malaysian companies, with a broad line-up of various products and services tailored for the microelectronics and semiconductor value chain will be participating. These offerings include test interface and test development solutions comprising automated test equipment (ATE) and components such as test sockets as well as enclosure, frame, structure and system integration services. In addition, e-waste services will also be promoted as part of MATRADE’s efforts to drive the adoption of ESG practices.
“Malaysia is taking proactive steps to strengthen its domestic ecosystem and enhance the resilience of the semiconductor and electronics supply chain, as the global E&E landscape evolves amid geopolitical uncertainties”, said Datuk Mohd Mustafa Abdul Aziz, CEO of MATRADE. According to him, MATRADE’s participation in SEMICON SEA 2025 aligns with the government’s strategic efforts to elevate Malaysia’s position within the global semiconductor value chain. Furthermore, he added that this also underscores MATRADE’s pivotal role in driving market access beyond traditional partners and unlocking new business opportunities.
In 2024, Malaysia’s trade in the E&E sector reached RM1.057 trillion, with exports contributing RM601.21 billion. Exports of semiconductor devices, integrated circuits, transistors and valves represented 64.5% share of total E&E exports, amounting to RM387.98 billion. Key export destinations for E&E products included the United States, Singapore, Hong Kong, the PRC and Taiwan. In average, the exports of E&E products to the Asia Pacific region have increased more than 11 per cent over the past five (5) years. With a strong foundation in high-value manufacturing and robust government support, Malaysia is well-positioned to be a preferred partner in the global and regional semiconductor and electronics industry.
