Refrain from protectionism, Chow tells govt on EV policy
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Penang’s chief minister says Putrajaya must ensure sound policies, clear communication, and predictable implementation to maintain investor and business confidence.
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Chow said he supports localising the country’s EV ecosystem, as he wants more local firms to enter the EV supply chain, as well as more technology transfer and high-value jobs for Malaysians.
“But we must maintain investor confidence and refrain from leaning towards protectionism,” he said at the signing ceremony on the partnership on renewable energy initiatives between McDonald’s Malaysia and Tenaga Nasional Bhd here today.
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- Aug 21, 2026
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