Finland’s ambassador to Malaysia, Anne Vasara, said EU–Malaysia FTA talks could be a “game changer” for bilateral ties. She said the relaunched negotiations could open new trade opportunities and deepen EU–Malaysia cooperation.
Vasara said Finland and Malaysia could complement each other in high-tech cooperation. She pointed to Finnish strengths in ICT, connectivity and cybersecurity, and Malaysia’s role in semiconductors and data centres.
She said Finnish companies increasingly see Malaysia as a gateway to Southeast Asia. Vasara also said a Finnish delegation will hold “Doing Business with Finland” seminars in Kuala Lumpur on 27 January and Johor on 29 January.
Vasara highlighted interest in the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone, citing incentives and proximity to Singapore. She also pointed to circular economy cooperation, including using forestry and oil palm residues for new products.
