Pahang Records RM4 Bln Investments In 1h 2025, Highest Among East Coast States

KUANTAN, July 16 (Bernama) -- The Pahang state government has recorded RM4 billion in realised investments in the first half (1H) of 2025, the highest in the East Coast region, said Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail.

This places Pahang ahead of Terengganu (RM1.3 billion) and Kelantan (RM1.1 billion) as of June this year.

He said that during the same period, Pahang also recorded RM3.5 billion in committed investments,  demonstrating strong investor confidence in the state’s economic stability and conducive investment climate.

“Pahang also recorded an estimated new high-impact investment value of RM38.4 billion for this year. This proves that Pahang is now on a strong footing as a state that is progressive, investor-friendly, and increasingly competitive,” he said in a statement today.

He said these investments have also strengthened the state's economic position, particularly in strategic sectors such as manufacturing, oil and gas, and tourism, which continue to expand as the state’s main growth drivers.

From an economic standpoint, Wan Rosdy said, Pahang’s gross domestic product (GDP) recorded a growth of 5.7 per cent in 2024, surpassing the national average of 5.1 per cent, with a value of RM68.7 billion.

“Since 2018, the state’s GDP has grown by 23 per cent or about RM13 billion, reflecting the implementation of strategic, sustainable, and comprehensive development policies,” he said.

According to him, this success demonstrates that political stability, consistent policies, modern infrastructure development, and a friendly and efficient investment ecosystem are key catalysts for the state’s development.

“All these achievements reflect the implementation of Pahang 1st Aspiration that emphasises balanced economic growth, job opportunities for the people, and fair and inclusive wealth distribution,” he said.

Wan Rosdy said his administration remains committed to strengthening its investor-friendly policies, increasing economic competitiveness, and ensuring that every Pahang citizen benefits directly from the collective progress achieved.

-- BERNAMA