ABOUT INVESTKL
- OVERVIEW
  
  InvestKL is a Government entity under the purview of the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI), Ministry of Federal Territories and PEMANDU, the Performance Management and Delivery Unit under the Prime Minister's Department.
- Board Of Directors
  
  InvestKL Board of Directors composed of 5 distinguished members, giving a balanced representation from the relevant government entities, heads of key industries as well as leaders of business associations.
- CHARTER, VISION & CORE VALUES
  
  InvestKL is mandated by the Malaysian Government to attract and facilitate large global multinationals including Fortune 500 and Forbes 2000 companies to set up their regional business, innovation and talent hubs in Greater Kuala Lumpur and strategically grow their business in Asia.
- LOGO RATIONALE
  
  The logo symbolises InvestKL's spirit in interactions with investor; dynamic, result-oriented and razor-sharp in action.
- SPECIALISED AND CONFIDENTIAL SERVICES
  
  Setting up a business in Kuala Lumpur is easy and seamless with the assistance of InvestKL team specialists who are ever ready to help ensure a smooth and expedited process.
- COMPANY CRITERIA
  
  Invest KL's focus is on attracting large global multinationals such as Fortune 500 and Forbes 2000 companies to set up their regional business, innovation and talent hubs in Greater Kuala Lumpur and strategically grow their business in Asia.
- INVESTKL TEAM
  
  Fast-tracking and maximising your growth potential with InvestKL Team.
- Career
  
  At InvestKL, we are always on the look out for dynamic, highly adaptable and motivated individuals to be part of our team.
INVESTING IN GKL/KV
- OVERVIEW
  
  10 reasons why Greater Kuala Lumpur/Klang Valley (GKL/KV) is the preferred investment destination
- GATEWAY TO ASIA & MALAYSIA'S 6 ECONOMIC GROWTH CORRIDOR
  
  Strategic location, accessibility to region's key business centres and some of the world's most rapidly growing and important economies.
- POSITIVE INVESTMENT CLIMATE
  
  With the Government's commitment to transform the economy, Malaysia is increasingly becoming more competitive and appealing to investors.
- STANDARD INCENTIVES
  
  Malaysia provides an eco-system which facilitates ease of doing business with Investor friendly incentives and tax policies.
- COMPETITIVE BUSINESS COST
  
  Employee compensation is significantly lower in Malaysia with pay scales up to 75% lower than the U.S.
- TALENT
  
  Malaysia offers investors a young, educated and productive workforce at costs competitive with other countries in Asia.
- INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROTECTION
  
  Malaysia is a member of the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) and a signatory to the Paris Convention and Berne Convention which govern these intellectual property rights.
- LOW INFLATION
  
  Low and stable inflation rates have been one of the main features of the Malaysian economy in the last two decades.
- What Investors Say
- FACTS & FIGURES
  
  Malaysia & Greater KL/ KV
RESOURCE CENTRE
SECTOR OPPORTUNITIES
LIVING IN GKL/KV
- A VIBRANT AND AFFORDABLE CITY
  [Kuala Lumpur is a beautiful and exciting city, one that embraces nature in and around the city.]
- CONDUCIVE LIVING ENVIRONMENT
  Greater Kuala Lumpur /Klang Valley (GKL/KV) is a world-class city to work, live and play
- WHAT EXPATS SAY

What Expats Say

Active Aussies love chilling out at Penang and Redang

Having lived in Malaysia for almost 14 years, the Smith family from Australia proudly call Malaysia their second home. They set foot in Kuala Lumpur in 1997, left the country in 2003 but then returned in 2005 and have been here ever since.

Friends pleasantly surprised at Malaysian culture, food and facilities

For friends Gillian Robertson, 45, and Jane Grimme, 47, leading the expat life in a country like Malaysia is all about indulging in the opportunities available to them.

Japanese expat enjoys exploring KL entertainment scene

Before being posted to Malaysia, Panasonic (M) Sdn Bhd deputy managing director Chris Tomachi was based in New Jersey, US, and enjoyed the vibrant Broadway shows and jazz performances in New York.

Walther loves flying planes and teaching others to fly

The thrill of being up in the air has not waned for Andreas J. Walther, who has been flying planes for years. He is one of the few who can say that he is doing what he loves, for a living.

South Korean businessman feels right at home in Malaysia

When expatriate Kim Yong-jung from South Korea came to Malaysia in 1988 for a holiday, he was impressed with Kuala Lumpur and casually thought about building his home here...

Assam laksa-loving Yankee blogger moving to Penang after six years in KL

“If I was 21 years old now, I would jump straight into it. Had writing food reviews been a regular profession back in the early 90s I would not have gone into a PhD programme,”...

Italians at heart but in love with Malaysia

Mario Salvatori, vice president of marketing global categories Asia Pacific of Sara Lee Chatted with Wai Quan C about working and living in Malaysia and becoming only the second family to be proud recipients of the residence pass...

Aussie and HK wife happy with Malaysia

One of the few things that puzzles Gary Brown, who has always held senior positions at sizable corporations, is why some companies chose capitals other than Kuala Lumpur to be their headquarters in this region...

A home away from home

Leaving the familiarity of their native countries, many voluntarily make the decision to travel across oceans to experience a different lifestyle altogether...

Resource Centre

12 National Key Economic Areas (NKEA)

Malaysia is taking bold steps forward to transform into a high income nation by 2020 with the Economic Transformation Programme (ETP).
Strategic Reform Initiatives (SRI)

Initiatives designed to make Malaysia more competitive in the global arena.
National Key Result Area (NKRA)

To improve the socio-economic growth of Malaysians.

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