by Tan E Hun Semiconductors are the foundation of modern technology, ubiquitous in almost every aspect of our modern daily lives, and present in every single electronic devices we use. They continue to transform our society and economy, as crucial…
By Lim Li Lian READ ARTICLE HERE Coming from an entrepreneurial background, Trump has a transactional and zero-sum approach, which he has brought to his role as the President of the United States. He has previously threatened 60% tariffs on…
Date: 20 – 21 August 2024 Location: Selangor & Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia Read our press statement on the event here. Read relevant news here and here. View our Programme booklet here. Preamble There currently exists a window of opportunity for…
By Tan E Hun READ REPORT HERE Between 17-19 September 2024, Malaysia Semiconductor Industry Association (MSIA) in partnership with the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) and supported by the Malaysia External Trade Development Cooperation (MATRADE) conducted its inaugural MSIA Semiconductor…
Media Statement by Research for Social Advancement (REFSA) on 23 August 2024 On 20th and 21st August, Research for Social Advancement (REFSA), with the support of Invest Selangor and Selangor Information Technology & Digital Economy Corporation (SIDEC), successfully hosted a…
Local think tank, Penang Institute and Research for Social Advancement (REFSA) in a recent study tour attended by top dignitaries including the Deputy Minister of International, Trade and Industry Liew Chin Tong identified key issues that need to be addressed…
By Lim Li Lian Malaysia should take proactive measures to shift from being a low-cost semiconductor hub to becoming a country known for providing value in the chip industry, says Research for Social Advancement (REFSA) deputy director Lim Li Lian.…
Media Statement by Research for Social Advancement (REFSA) on 10 May 2024 On 6 to 8 May, local think tanks Penang Institute and Research for Social Advancement (REFSA), with the support of Invest Penang, successfully hosted a semiconductor study tour…