Malaysia auto production falls 10% in Jan.-June on weak demand

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A view of Kuala Lumpur's skyline. Malaysia's auto industry saw falling demand in the first half of 2025.  © Reuters

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KUALA LUMPUR -- Malaysia's automotive production decreased 10.1% year-on-year in the first half of 2025 as weaker demand for commercial vehicles weighed on the sector, according to industry statistics released Wednesday.

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