Introduction
The economy of Malaysia continues to grow, thanks to its robust
domestic demand, improvements in labour market and income
conditions and thriving tourism industry. The state of Kedah is
well-positioned benefit from this growth in a number of ways as a
result of its geographical position, substantial land size, strong
industrial base and skilled workforce. These competitive advantages
include proximity to major ports and airports, a well-developed
transport network and low operating costs.
Information on Kedah
The state of Kedah is located in the eastern region of
Peninsular Malaysia. The state has an area of 9,492 km2 and has a
population of over 2.2 million people as of 2021.1 Kedah
has a long history dating back over a thousand years and was once
the capital of a massive empire that flourished in the 12th century
AD. Kedah is bordered by Perlis to the north, Straits of Malacca to
the west, Perak to the east and Penang to the south.2
Through its
