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Malaysia Seeks US Talks to Shield Chip Industry From Tariffs

Malaysia’s trade minister says will engage with US on tariffs
Tariffs on chip imports could hurt firms based in Malaysia

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By Kok Leong Chan and Netty Idayu Ismail

February 24, 2025 at 12:02 AM EST

Malaysia intends to engage with the US on President Donald Trump’s planned tariffs on chip imports, cautioning that such duties could hurt firms based in the Southeast Asian nation.

Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Zafrul Aziz said he would depart for the US in the second quarter 2025 for talks on how to move forward in a way that would benefit both countries.