KUALA LUMPUR, June 5 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today met with AT&S chief executive officer Dr. Michael Mertin to discuss the latest developments regarding the company's operations in Kulim, Kedah.
In a Facebook post, Anwar said the company currently employs around 2,700 workers in Kulim.
He added that Malaysia is one of AT&S's major production hubs, alongside Austria, China and India, reflecting global investors' continued confidence in the country's capabilities and competitiveness.
"AT&S is a global leader in high-value Integrated Circuit (IC) substrates and printed circuit boards. It also develops advanced connectivity technologies supporting mobile devices, automotive, aerospace, medical, industrial, and high-performance computing for AI applications," he said.
Anwar, who is also Finance Minister, stressed that the government will continue to provide clear, consistent support for high-quality investments to strengthen Malaysia's position in the global semiconductor value chain and create more high-skilled jobs for Malaysians.
"The confidence shown by international investors like AT&S reflects our political stability, prudent economic management, and the clarity of the MADANI Government policies," Anwar said.
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