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GLICs Triple Domestic Investments to RM20.3 Billion under GEAR-uP as Malaysia Targets Strategic Capabilities

By Bernard Lee3 min read
PUTRAJAYA, 7 Ogos -- Menteri Kewangan II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan ketika Sidang Media Laporan Tahunan GEAR-uP 2026 di Kementerian Kewangan hari ini. --fotoBERNAMA (2026) HAK CIPTA TERPELIHARA

Putrajaya, 8 August 2026 – Malaysia’s six major Government-Linked Investment Companies (GLICs) allocated and deployed RM20.3 billion in domestic direct investment in 2025, marking a threefold surge from the RM6.6 billion recorded in 2024. The acceleration reflects the first full-year report card of the Government-Linked Enterprises Activation and Reform Programme (GEAR-uP), an initiative spearheaded by the Ministry of Finance to convert institutional capital into strategic industrial capabilities, higher-paying jobs, and supply chain resilience.

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  • Bernard is a social activist dedicated to championing community empowerment, equality, and social justice. With a strong voice on issues affecting grassroots communities, he brings insightful perspectives shaped by on-the-ground advocacy and public engagement. As a columnist for The Ledger Asia, Bernard writes thought-provoking pieces that challenge norms, highlight untold stories, and inspire conversations aimed at building a more inclusive and equitable society.