Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today announced that Intel Corporation will be investing an additional RM860 million in Malaysia, strengthening the country’s role as one of the semiconductor giant’s key global hubs.
The announcement was made following a courtesy visit by Intel Chief Executive Officer Lip-Bu Tan—a Malaysian-born industry veteran widely recognised for his contributions to the global semiconductor and software sectors—to the Prime Minister in Putrajaya this afternoon.
In a statement shared on his official social media channels, Anwar said discussions with Tan centred on Malaysia’s semiconductor landscape and the government’s long-term strategies to cement the nation as a preferred destination for high-quality, technology-driven investments.
The new RM860 million allocation will go towards enhancing Intel’s installation and testing operations in Malaysia—further expanding the company’s already extensive footprint in the country.
Anwar added that Intel expressed its appreciation for the government’s continued support, particularly in the development of its Advanced Packaging Factory in Penang, a landmark facility involving RM12 billion in capital expenditure.
The factory—positioned as one of Intel’s most advanced globally—is now 99% complete, placing Malaysia at the forefront of high-value semiconductor manufacturing and packaging activities.
The Prime Minister also welcomed Intel’s commitment to deepen collaboration with Malaysia’s education and training institutions through elective programmes, research partnerships, and skills development initiatives.
Intel has pledged RM2.8 million in funding over the next two years to support R&D and academic cooperation aimed at nurturing local semiconductor talent.
Intel has been operating in Malaysia for over five decades and remains one of the country’s largest technology investors. Its renewed commitment signals strong momentum for Malaysia’s semiconductor ambitions as governments and multinational corporations worldwide race to secure resilient, diversified chip supply chains.
