Prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said last night at the Proton eMas 7 launch that the vehicle would be the official car for Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship in 2025, Bernama reports.
He said Malaysia hopes to set an example in the region in promoting EV development, emphasising that it is a direct visible extension of the country’s net zero commitment.
“In the near future, I am also happy to see that this car will be built in Malaysia in Tanjung Malim, hence uplifting Malaysian vendors through the transfer of new technologies and skills associated with EV,” he said, adding that choosing the eMas 7 also shows the government’s support for the first national EV.
Anwar said that as a national carmaker, Proton should leverage its role in the local automotive industry and the EV project, and take the National Automotive Policy 2020 as a reference for the eMas 7’s forthcoming local production.
He said companies in the industry should not just sell cars, but provide investment and employment opportunities through the establishment of a holistic ecosystem.
“But your challenge and our challenge too, is the supply side. We must ensure that you have the capacity and a clear policy to encourage local production and support local industries and local vendors, including the Bumiputera,” Anwar said.
He also expressed confidence that with the development of the Automotive Hi-Tech Valley (AHTV) in Tanjung Malim, more local vendors will be involved in the production of not just Proton cars but other brands.
“This would be a shining example of the networking opportunities and economic cooperation that has existed between China and Malaysia for over 50 years, and I commend both parties for their creativity and diligence in making the partnership a success,” he said.
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blh la lelong murah2 lps ASEAN meeting…
Syabas kereta china become our representative
nothing to be proud of proton now. after so many years circle back to rebadge
Brilliant checkmate! When trump going to impose trade tariff must includes whole ASEAN begets self slapped on the face LOL
Everywhere he goes that guy is there maybe that investment guy can justify this is how AP cronies can ensure EV safety in Malaysia – oh wait cough Neta cough.
The country leaders should keep their mouth shut while in the car.
Low quality cars for asean delegation. Hope it would not catch a fire during the ride