Malaysia * General Info

Malaysia (pronounced /məˈleɪʒə/ or /məˈleɪziə/) is a country that consists of thirteen states and three federal territories in Southeast Asia with a total landmass of 329,847 square kilometres (127,355 sq mi). Malaysia borders Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore and Brunei. The country is located near the equator and experiences a tropical climate.

The capital city is Kuala Lumpur, while Putrajaya is the seat of the federal government.

The population stands at over 27 million. The country is separated into two regions — Peninsular Malaysia and Malaysian Borneo — by the South China Sea.

Malaysia’s head of state is the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and the government is headed by a Prime Minister.The government is closely modeled after the Westminster parliamentary system.

Malays form the majority of the population of Malaysia. There are sizable Chinese and Indian communities as well. The Malay language and Islam are the official language and religion of the federation respectively.

Economy Overview

In 2008, Malaysia GDP per capita (nominal) was USD8,141, ranking it no. 65 globally. By comparison, Thailand’s GDP was USD4,115 (No. 92) and Indonesia’s was USD2,246 (No. 116).

Who are the members in BusinessClub.MY that I can contact?

Malaysia Wimax, MLM Smart Resources

Any further information I can get for my business in Malaysia?

BusinessClub.MY’s business networking events throughout the years across Malaysia. Current active business networking spots are Penang, Klang Valley (Kuala Lumpur), Melaka, Johor Baru and Alor Star.

Besides our business activities, check out some of the related business institutions:

Matrade
Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), is Malaysia’s national trade promotion agency.

Ministry of International Trade and Industry - MITI
Promoting and safeguard Malaysian interest in the international trade arena and spurring the development of industrial activities.

MDeC
MDeC has been given the mandate by the Malaysian Government for the coordination, promotion and development of the information technology (IT) industry and selected services in MSC Malaysia