MALAYSIA AND UZBEKISTAN FORGE STRATEGIC ALLIANCE IN SEMICONDUCTOR TECHNOLOGY

Mr Mirziyod Yunusov, Chairman of Uzeltexsanoat (left) and Dr Saat Shukri Embong (right), Acting President & Group Chief Executive Officer of MIMOS Berhad leading the charge in semiconductor innovation between Malaysia and Uzbekistan to accelerate industrial growth, and position both nations as global leaders in high-tech manufacturing.

BUKIT JALIL, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- In a ground-breaking move towards technological excellence, MIMOS Berhad, Malaysia, and Uzeltexsanoat, Uzbekistan, are set to forge a powerful alliance in the semiconductor industry, a sector rapidly shaping the global economy. The strategic partnership is anchored on a shared vision to drive semiconductor innovation, accelerate industrial growth, and position both nations as global leaders in high-tech manufacturing.

At the heart of this collaboration lies MIMOS Semiconductor Technology Centre in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia’s premier semiconductor innovation hub, renowned across Southeast Asia. With 40 years of pioneering advancements in Microelectronics and E&E, MIMOS has driven Malaysia’s rapid ascent in the semiconductor sector.

"At MIMOS, we are driven by a vision of technological excellence. This strategic alliance with Uzeltexsanoat allows us to share our expertise and world-class facilities, empowering Uzbekistan to rapidly advance its semiconductor industry while solidifying Malaysia's position as a global leader in this crucial sector,” said Dr Saat Shukri Embong, Acting President and Group Chief Executive Officer, MIMOS Berhad.

“Leveraging the strengths of both partners, we are creating a powerful engine for economic and technological growth. This partnership with Uzeltexsanoat is a bold step towards a future where Malaysia and Uzbekistan are recognised as semiconductor powerhouses. We are uniting our strengths to drive innovation, create opportunities, and shape the global tech landscape,” he continued.

Meanwhile, Uzbekistan’s Electronics and Cable Industry Governing Association (UzETS) is leading a high-tech industry worth US$2.4 billion, with exports spanning 72 countries worldwide. As Uzbekistan seeks to supercharge its semiconductor industry and unlock its vast technological potential, MIMOS emerges as the ideal strategic partner, bringing unparalleled expertise, world-class infrastructure, and a deep-rooted semiconductor research and development legacy.

Key pillars of this historic collaboration include:

· Bridging frontiers in Semiconductor Excellence: This partnership will harness the cutting-edge capabilities of MIMOS Semiconductor Technology Centre to accelerate Uzbekistan’s semiconductor industry and reinforce Malaysia’s global standing.
· Driving Economic and Technological Growth: The formation of a joint venture in Malaysia will create new opportunities in the E&E sector, fostering job creation, knowledge exchange, and technological leadership in both nations.
· A Shared Vision for the Future: Together, Malaysia and Uzbekistan will propel the semiconductor industry to new heights, ensuring that both nations remain at the forefront of the global tech revolution.

A New Era of Innovation Begins
This momentous collaboration marks the beginning of an era where Malaysia and Uzbekistan rise as powerhouse players in the global semiconductor arena. By uniting expertise, vision, and ambition, this partnership paves the way for a future driven by innovation, prosperity, and boundless opportunities.

About MIMOS Berhad
MIMOS is a strategic agency under the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) and a premier innovation centre in Semiconductors, Microelectronics, and ICT technologies, contributing to Malaysia’s socio-economic growth through patentable technology platforms, products, and solutions. Since its inception, MIMOS has filed 2,000 patents in various technology domains and across key socio-economic areas driving Malaysia’s digital transformation journey into the international arena.

As a centre of research excellence, MIMOS R&D activities currently focus on Semiconductor & Thin Film Research, Advanced Electronics & Embedded Systems, as well as Manufacturing and Smart Nation technologies. MIMOS continuously enhance its collaborations with existing strategic partners, explores new opportunities with potential partners, and develops new technology companies and business-oriented technology venture organisations. MIMOS also maintains its R&D of advanced technology, explores the development of global technopreneurship, and cultivates an attitude of trust, innovation and high performance.

For more information, please visit www.mimos.my.

SOURCE: MIMOS Berhad

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--BERNAMA