In an interview, Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz, Malaysia's Minister of Investment, Trade, and Industry, highlighted the evolution of the electrical and electronics (E&E) sector, now a key player in the global semiconductor supply chain. He discussed the New Industrial Master Plan (NIMP 2030), focusing on enhancing capabilities in IC design and fabrication. Zafrul emphasised the need for sustainable talent development and investment in high-tech industries, while addressing challenges like talent shortages. The government aims to attract foreign and domestic investment to boost economic growth and ensure competitiveness.