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MALAYSIA SPECIAL

Japan Times
Special Supplements / Malaysia Special
Nov 29, 2019
Bright future lies ahead as trade, investments grow
Malaysia values its bilateral relationship with Japan that has grown from strength to strength. This year marks the 61st diplomatic anniversary between Malaysia and Japan, an important milestone that signifies the long-standing ties between our two nations.
Japan Times
Special Supplements / Malaysia Special
Nov 29, 2019
Active and ongoing exchanges further cement strong economic relationship
Starting today, a delegation of Malaysian officials, including those from the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) and other government organizations, is visiting Japan for the Business Opportunities in Malaysia seminars scheduled to be held in Kobe, Nagoya and Tokyo. I hope that these seminars will lead to the further development of economic exchange between Japan and Malaysia.
Japan Times
Special Supplements / Malaysia Special
Nov 29, 2019
Strong potential seen in further transformation
One and a half years have passed since the 14th general election in May last year, when Malaysia's first-ever change of administration was realized. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, who has taken the helm of government for the second time, the new administration has conducted various activities with a particular focus on fiscal reconstruction and elimination of corruption. While government debt will not meet its target ratio to gross domestic product, it will decrease from 3.7 percent in 2018 to 3.4 percent in 2019. The government is also working to maximize transparency in administrative procedures. With the inflation rate reduced to around 1 to 2 percent, the Malaysian economy is steadily growing at an annual rate in the range of nearly 5 percent, supported by domestic consumption.
Japan Times
Special Supplements / Malaysia Special
Nov 29, 2019
Kewpie sees results from its halal efforts
Kewpie is well known in Japan for its mayonnaise, salad dressings and sauces. But a decade ago, the company embarked on a new and rewarding overseas challenge: the market for halal foods in Malaysia.
Japan Times
Special Supplements / Malaysia Special
Nov 29, 2019
Malaysia hub is music to Roland's ears
Japanese electronic musical instrument maker Roland Corp. has found Malaysia to be a great fit as a market for its products, regional headquarters for Southeast Asia and a global production and distribution base.
Japan Times
Special Supplements / Malaysia Special
Nov 29, 2019
'Much to gain' for Japanese businesses
The Malaysia Investment Development Authority (MIDA) is Malaysia's principal investment promotion agency and was established in 1967.
Japan Times
Special Supplements / Malaysia Special
Nov 29, 2019
From sight to taste, diverse wonders await discovery
Rich in cultural and natural beauty, Malaysia is a wonderland begging to be explored. Next year, the country will celebrate its sightseeing gems under the banner of "Visit Malaysia 2020," a special campaign inviting visitors to experience captivating events across the country.
Japan Times
Special Supplements / Malaysia Special
Nov 29, 2019
Resource-rich Sabah seeks investors
Situated in eastern Malaysia, the state of Sabah is rich in biodiversity. Additionally, its agriculture, forestry and petroleum industries have laid a firm economic foundation for new business development.
Japan Times
Special Supplements / Malaysia Special
Nov 29, 2019
Science park draws investors across a variety of fields
Malaysia continues to be an attractive destination for foreign direct investment from around the world, especially Japan.
Weak yen fattens tourist wallets in Japan
People visit the Ameya Yokocho market in Tokyo's Ueno district during the Golden Week holiday on Tuesday.
Number of vacant homes in Japan hits record high of 9 million
A vacant house in Tokyo is seen demolished in January 2020.
'So hot you can't breathe': Extreme heat hits the Philippines
A pedestrian cools himself with a folding hand fan as he waits for a ride along a road in Manila on Wednesday, as extreme heat hit the Philippines.
Kishida sets sights on energy and climate in South America trip
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will use a policy speech in Sao Paulo to set out his vision for ties between Japan and South America, almost 10 years after former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe advocated for stronger ties between the two in the same city.
Town to block view of Mount Fuji in response to overtourism
The town government of Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi Prefecture, decided to set up a 2.5-meter-high screen to prevent tourists from taking pictures of Mount Fuji looming behind a convenience store.
Kishida sets sights on energy and climate in South America trip
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will use a policy speech in Sao Paulo to set out his vision for ties between Japan and South America, almost 10 years after former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe advocated for stronger ties between the two in the same city.
Yellow sand allergy: A health issue made worse by climate change
A screenshot of the Meteorological Agency's satellite image of clouds and yellow sand (in pink) on Sunday.
Climate change, chalky grains and the risks for Japan’s rice farmers
A farmer plants seedlings in Satsumasendai, Kagoshima Prefecture. Japan’s self sufficiency rate for rice is nearly 100%, compared with 38% for food overall, on a calorie basis.
Japan wants you to spend more with ‘luxury tourism’
Performers play a traditional drum unique to Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, in the prefectural capital of Kanazawa on March 16 to mark the extension of the Hokuriku Shinkansen line to Tsuruga Station in Fukui Prefecture.
Theaster Gates’ ambitious ‘Afro-Mingei’ brings Black Chicago to Tokyo
Theaster Gates' “A Heavenly Chord” lines up church pews before seven speakers and a Hammond B3 organ, a type of electric organ prevalent in Black American churches.

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