Malaysia sasar jadi hab logistik bertaraf dunia, kata Anwar

Perdana Menteri Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim, recently inaugurated the Global Distribution Center (GDC) Daiso in Pulau Indah, marking the country's ambition to become a world-class logistics hub. According to Ibrahim, this expansion is aimed at increasing the value-added activities in trade, rather than merely controlling cargo volume through ports. The construction of the GDC, the largest in the company's history, demonstrates investors' confidence in Malaysia's stable economy and infrastructure facilities.

The next step involves building upon this foundation by capturing more value flowing through our ports, not just the quantity. Ibrahim emphasized that this facility will enable goods to be arranged, stored, and repacked in Pulau Indah before being sent to international markets. This will bring advanced logistics technology and expertise to the country, besides handling cargo at our ports instead of just within the nation.

In addition to facilitating cargo control, the GDC will foster local capacity, encourage technology transfer, and create high-value jobs for the younger generation. Meanwhile, Transport Minister Loke Siew Fook stated that the nearly 550,000 square feet GDC can handle over 4,600 containers per year, supplying goods to 27 countries and territories.

The decision to build the largest Daiso logistics facility in the company's history in Pulau Indah sends a clear message to the world that Malaysia is a preferred choice for supply chain and logistics corridors.

The strategic location of the GDC near Klang Port allows seamless integration of maritime, highway, and automated storage systems, creating a more efficient cargo management system. The Ministry of Transport will continue to streamline cargo release processes at the port, expand port-road junctions, and accelerate digitalization of trade documents.

In October 2023, Daiso announced a RM1 billion investment to develop the GDC in Klang Port, designed to serve as the company's second-largest international hub after China. Upon its announcement, the facility was planned to supply Daiso products to 22 countries and territories in Asia and the Middle East.