UAE groups eye Malaysia as halal meat hub, waste-to-energy investment destination
KOZHIKODE, India: UAE business groups are exploring Malaysia for halal meat distribution, waste-to-energy projects and skilled jobs, potentially opening new investment opportunities.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim met with UAE business leaders, including Sharaf Group's vice chairman, discussing potential investments in Malaysia's logistics and cargo capabilities for halal meat distribution to overseas markets. The proposal aims to strengthen Malaysia's role as a global halal hub, taking advantage of its existing infrastructure, port capabilities, and connectivity with key markets in Asia and the Middle East.
Additionally, discussions focused on opportunities in facilities management, with EFS Facilities Services Group expressing interest in expanding hiring. Malaysia also explored a potential waste-to-energy project with Beeah Group, leveraging its expertise in recycling and material recovery to create a sustainable waste-to-energy facility in Malaysia, reducing landfill dependence and promoting long-term operations.
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