{
  "id": 11090514,
  "title": "Perak wants manufacturing investment to create more high-value jobs, says Saarani",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/perak-wants-manufacturing-investment-to-create-more-high-value-jobs",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-01T02:34:38.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/01/perak-wants-manufacturing-investment-to-create-more-high-value-jobs-says-saarani/237211"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Perak State Government and Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) must bolster their partnership to bolster the industrial sector, Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad affirmed. Saarani emphasized that every stakeholder must contribute to Perak's competitiveness and the capacity to draw in top-notch investments. He highlighted the aim to bolster the manufacturing sector to trigger a wider range of economic advantages in the state. Saarani elaborated that investments must bolster local enterprises, improve workforce skills, and generate more premium job opportunities for Perak's residents. Speaking at the FMM Perak 58th Anniversary Annual Dinner, Saarani was accompanied by Loh Sze Yee, chairman of Perak Tourism, Industry, Investment and Corridor Development Committee, FMM president Jacob Lee Chor Kok, and FMM Perak chairman Chua Kay Lin. Regarding the manufacturing sector's present performance, Saarani expressed optimism, noting that the foundation for success is being constructed. He outlined the subsequent obstacle as sustaining this progress by augmenting productivity, amplifying tech incorporation, reinforcing local supply chains, and developing industry-aligned talent. Saarani further appreciated FMM Perak Branch's collaboration in disclosing industry players' insights and feedback, stressing the necessity for ongoing dialogue on matters such as infrastructure, utilities, approvals, workforce, or other operational concerns. He also underscored the importance of facilitation by relevant agencies to ensure effective resolution of issues arising during project execution.",
  "summary": "IPOH, Oct 1 — The long-standing relationship between the Perak State Government and the Federation of Malaysian Ma...",
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        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Perak wants manufacturing investment to create more high-value jobs, says Saarani",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/perak-wants-manufacturing-investment-to-create-more-high-value-jobs-11092668",
        "published": "2026-10-01T02:34:38.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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