UK-Malaysia collaboration strengthens with new focus on tech and green energy, including semiconductor R&D and renewable energy initiatives.
UK-Malaysia collaboration has reached a new milestone with the announcement of a comprehensive partnership in technology and clean energy.
Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof revealed the agreement during UK Investment Minister Lord Johnson’s visit to Kuala Lumpur, marking a significant step in bilateral economic relations.
This collaboration will concentrate on three key areas: renewable energy development, semiconductor advancement, and artificial intelligence innovation.
The partnership includes a £50 million joint fund to support Malaysian startups in AI and quantum computing, with mentorship from leading UK tech hubs.
In the energy sector, collaboration will focus on green hydrogen production, leveraging British electrolyzer technology and Malaysia’s renewable resources.
A pilot floating solar farm project in Johor, utilizing UK engineering expertise, is scheduled to begin operations in early 2026.
The semiconductor component of the UK-Malaysia collaboration aims to strengthen Malaysia’s position in the global chip supply chain.
British institutions will provide training programs and knowledge transfer in advanced chip design, supporting Malaysia’s ambition to move beyond semiconductor packaging into higher-value manufacturing.
Deputy PM Fadillah emphasized that this UK-Malaysia collaboration aligns perfectly with Malaysia’s New Industrial Master Plan 2030.
The government projects the partnership could attract £1 billion in British investments by 2027, particularly in high-tech and sustainable industries.
Academic exchanges form another crucial aspect of the UK-Malaysia collaboration.
An “Innovation Bridge” program will connect Malaysian researchers with counterparts at Cambridge University and Imperial College London, building on the 20,000 Malaysian students currently studying in the UK.
The partnership positions Malaysia as a key Southeast Asian hub for British technology and investment while providing the UK with reliable access to semiconductor expertise and renewable energy solutions.
With the first projects set to launch next year, this UK-Malaysia collaboration represents a long-term commitment to mutual economic growth and technological advancement in an increasingly competitive global landscape.
