Malaysia sasar jadi hab logistik bertaraf dunia, kata Anwar

Perdana Menteri Anwar Ibrahim viewed a replica of Daiso's Global Distribution Center (GDC) before officially opening it at the Southern Malaysia Industrial Park in Pulau Indah today. (Picture Bernama) The Malaysian government aims to make Malaysia a world-class logistics hub by boosting the added value of trade activities, not merely controlling the volume of cargo through ports, said Anwar Ibrahim.

The Prime Minister stated that the establishment of the Global Distribution Center (GDC) Daiso in Pulau Indah, the largest in the company's history, reflects investors' confidence in the country's economic stability and infrastructure convenience. The next step is to strengthen this by capturing more value flowing through our ports, not just the volume, he added when inaugurating the GDC here.

The relevant facilities will allow goods to be arranged, stored, and repacked in Pulau Indah before being sent to international markets. This will bring advanced logistics technology and expertise into the country, bringing in cargo for handling here, rather than just through this nation. It will also build local capabilities, encourage technology transfer, and create high-value jobs for our younger generation.

Meanwhile, Transport Minister Loke Siew Fook said the nearly 550,000 square feet GDC can handle over 4,600 containers per year to supply goods to 27 countries and territories. The decision of Daiso to build the largest logistics in its company history at Pulau Indah sends a clear message to the world that Malaysia is a preferred logistics corridor and supply chain option.

The proximity of the GDC to Klang Port allows sea, road, and automatic warehouse transportation to be interconnected in a more efficient cargo control system. The Transport Ministry will continue to upgrade the cargo discharge process at the port, expand road and rail connections, and accelerate digital trade documentation. In October 2023, Daiso announced a RM1 billion investment to develop the GDC at Klang Port, designed as the second-largest international hub of its kind after China.

Upon announcement, the center was designed to supply Daiso products to 22 countries and regions in Asia and the Middle East.