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Malaysia Unleashes Mega Bucks for Startup Supremacy

Rary Maharani
Last updated: April 25, 2024 2:35 am
Rary Maharani
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  • Malaysia unleashes $627M fund to propel startups to global powerhouse status by 2030.
  • The country aims to double VC investments, roll out incentives for international players.
  • Capital influx skyrockets, positioning startups for exponential growth.

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Kuala Lumpur’s tech hunger gamesCapital influx ignites startup wildfire

Malaysia is flexing its financial muscle to propel Southeast Asian startups into the stratosphere.

A colossal $627 million venture capital fund, backed by heavyweights like sovereign wealth fund Khazanah Nasional, Blue Chip Venture Capital, and retirement fund KWAP, has been unveiled.

Kuala Lumpur’s tech hunger games

This audacious move aligns perfectly with Malaysia’s bold vision – cementing its status as a global startup powerhouse by 2030.

The country aims to double VC investments to a staggering $1.4 billion while rolling out the red carpet for international players, offering incentives like subsidized office spaces and visa waivers.

Capital influx ignites startup wildfire

Fueling this ambitious endeavor, Malaysia’s VC and private equity landscape has skyrocketed from $690.4 million in 2006 to an impressive $3.68 billion in 2023.

KWAP’s CEO, Nik Amlizan Mohamed, underscores the pension fund’s commitment to boosting returns through strategic startup and VC investments.

To read the original article: https://www.techinasia.com/malaysia-set-627m-fund-startups-southeast-asia

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