Malaysia's Economy: Resilience and Challenges in 2025

Malaysia's Economy Shows Resilience Amidst Global Uncertainty Kuala Lumpur, June 5, 2025 - Malaysia's economy continues to demonstrate resilience in the face of global challenges, according to Prof. Madya Dr. Aimi Zulhazmi Abdul Rashid, an economics analyst from UNIKL Business School. In an exclusive interview with Astro AWANI, Dr. Rashid highlighted the positive aspects of the Malaysian economy's performance in the first quarter of 2025. He noted that "the economy is currently in good condition, with the first quarter recording a growth of 4.1%, while inflation remains stable." However, Dr. Rashid also cautioned about potential headwinds in the coming quarters, particularly due to global tariff pressures and geopolitical uncertainties. He emphasized the need for long-term strategies and diversification of export markets to mitigate these risks. The analyst stressed the importance of collaboration with other nations in the global supply chain to ensure economic stability. "The current data suggests that our economy has a certain resilience," Dr. Rashid stated, "but a slower pace is expected in the coming quarters." Despite these challenges, the strong performance of the services sector, which contributes over 50% to the GDP, offers a positive outlook for Malaysia's economic future. The government's focus on strengthening the domestic economy and fostering collaboration with regional partners will be crucial in navigating the complexities of the global economic landscape.