The Basecamp, 3rd Floor South Wing, Sri Pentas, 3,Persiaran Bandar Utama, 47800 PJ, SelangorDid you know that Malaysia holds a ‘hidden treasure’ beneath its soil? It’s not gold or diamonds, but something equally valuable – rare earth elements.According to Malaysia’s Minerals and Geoscience Department, rare earth minerals are found in ten of the country’s 13 states, spanning both the Malay Peninsula and Borneo Island.
As global demand for EVs and renewable energy technologies surge, the need for rare earth elements is expected to escalate. Malaysia’s actions follow those of other nations. In August 2023, China enforced an export ban on gallium and germanium in response to restrictions imposed by the U.S. and its allies on exporting advanced technologies to China.Pr, Nd, and Dy are indispensable for the development of efficient electric motors, enabling the proliferation of EVs and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
During the Malaysia Global Business Forum in July 2019, Entrepreneurial Development Minister Mohd Redzuan Md Yusof mentioned that some investors have shown interest in rare earth ventures.regarding the government’s stance on rare earth processing in the country. Minister Mohd Redzuan explained that potential investors are awaiting clear regulatory guidelines before committing funds.