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Taiwan Expo is back in Malaysia

o This year’s edition, largest in series to date, features more than 200 companies and highlights AI, healthcare, green technology and smart manufacturing

Ű BY HAYATUN RAZAK sunbiz@thesundaily.com

community and would synergise with Malaysia’s role as an important manufacturing and export hub in Asia,” said the organiser. According to Matrade China and Northeast Asia Section director Mazlan Harun, in the first five months of this year, Malaysia’s trade with Taiwan jumped by 36.8% reaching RM92.77 billion. Malay sia’s exports to Taiwan stood at RM32.3 billion while imports surged to RM60.47 billion, marking growth rates of 30.6% and 40.3% respectively, continuing the posi tive momentum in 2024. “The trade composition under scores a high degree of industrial complementarity, particularly in electrical and electronic products, optical and scientific equipment as well as petroleum-based goods, reflecting both economies’ strategic roles in regional and global value chains,” he added. Mazlan said Taiwan’s strengths in innovation, product develop ment and manufacturing offer practical entry points for Malaysian companies, especially SMEs, to explore partnerships and build supply chain connections. “At the same time, Malaysia’s capabilities in halal products, food and beverage, and smart manu facturing, combined with its strategic position as a gateway to Asean and OIC markets, provide Taiwanese businesses with promi sing prospects for expansion. “This shared potential continues to strengthen the foundation for long-term business growth and cooperation, particularly through platforms such as Taiwan Expo.” dominant tool for communication replacing traditional paper-based methods in marketing and branding. “We see video being used across so many different applications, and Datavideo provides the solutions for all of them. That’s why we’re part of the Taiwan Excellence programme. We’re confident our growth will continue, even if the market shifts.” Datavideo manufactures broadcast and AV products for live video production, focusing on portable solutions and cost-effective modular systems that allow customers to build integrated setups tailored to their needs. Its camera range includes broadcast-quality PTZ units with digital, analogue and HDBaseT con nectivity. At the expo, the company is showcasing the ShowCast 100, a 4 channel, 4K all-in-one studio using AI.

KUALA LUMPUR: Taiwan Expo 2025, the largest edition in the series to date, has commenced at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, with artificial intelligence (AI) and healthcare technologies taking centre stage. Organised under Taiwan’s flagship global exhibition platform, Taiwan Expo aims to deepen international business ties and promote its strengths in innovation and advanced manufacturing. The eighth edition of the expo in Malaysia features more than 200 companies and showcases Taiwan’s latest innovations across AI, healthcare, green technology and smart manufacturing. Federation of Malaysian Manu facturing president Tan Sri Soh Thian Lai said the focus of Taiwan Expo is in sync with the develop ment direction of Malaysia’s manufacturing industry. “It provides our businesses with a platform to explore new part nerships, adopt innovative solu tions, and expand into new markets. This direct engagement is essential for nurturing our local industries and driving them towards greater competitiveness on the global stage,” he said at the opening ceremony on Monday, which was also attended by Taipei Economic and Cultural Office representative in Malaysia Phoebe Yeh and Selangor Exco for Invest ment, Trade and Mobility Ng Sze Han. Taiwan plays a pivotal role in the global supply chain for semicon ductors, information and com munication technology, and smart manufacturing. “Taiwan’s technical expertise is recognised by the international KUALA LUMPUR: Taiwan-based tech innovators Datavideo Technologies (S) Pte Ltd and Jian Ling Technology Co Ltd are eyeing expansion in the Malaysian market. Taiwan Expo 2025, Datavideo Technologies managing director (Asia-Pacific) Frank YC Lin said the company is tapping into Malaysia’s rising demand for video content. “Malaysia is still a relatively new market for us. We only set up our office here four to six years ago. But over the next 10 to 20 years, we expect steady growth. The demand for video content is only increasing. “Our systems are already used in government, healthcare, education, and event production. For example, Sukma recently purchased Datavideo equipment for their Sukma Games,” he told SunBiz . He said video has become the

Taiwan External Trade Development Council president and CEO Simon Wang (fifth, right) at the launch and activation ceremony of Taiwan Expo 2025 in Malaysia at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre on Monday. Also present are Mazlan (second, right), Yeh (fourth, tight) and Soh (third, right). – BERNAMAPIC

in cancer recovery. “Our machine helps improve that environment by enhancing oxygen delivery, making treatment more effective. Patients who use it 24 hours after chemotherapy have shown stronger resilience. It helps the drug penetrate the tumour area better.” Founded in 2006, Jian Ling is a Class 2 FDA-certified medical device manufacturer that originally started as an electronics contract manufacturer. The company has since pivoted toward healthcare and wellness, building its own R&D capabilities across hardware, firmware, software, mobile apps, and cloud platforms. Jian Ling’s two flagship offerings are the HydroLight High-Penetration Detox Capsule and the SmartMotion Smart Fitness/Health/Rehabilitation Management System. - by HAYATUN RAZAK traditional tea ceremonies to show case Taiwanese food culture and lifestyle aesthetics. The three-day exhibition also offers product launches, business match making, and product sampling. Visitors and business participants can win round-trip tickets between Kuala Lumpur and Taipei sponsored by China Airlines, EVA Air and Starlux Airlines. Today, Taiwan Excellence mascot FuBear will be challenging the Malaysian Book of Records with the greatest number of high-fives. The challenge is a joint effort with First City University College, training centre for children with autism REACH Segamat, and Malaysian Creative Sewing Arts Association. Taiwan Expo 2025 in Malaysia began on Monday and ends today. It is open from 10am to 6pm at KLCC Halls 4 and 5. Admission is free.

Datavideo clients include broad casters TV3, RTM, and Astro, as well as education institutions such as USIM and Unisza. Meanwhile, medical device firm Jian Ling Technology Co Ltd CEO Gary Liu is also exploring opportunities to expand into the Malaysian market. “Malaysia’s economy and health care industry have grown rapidly. It’s a promising market, and we’re actively looking for reliable agents or distri bution partners to enter together.” Although the products have not yet been certified for use in Malaysia, Liu is confident about the regulatory pathway. “We already have FDA Class 2 approval in the United States, so I don’t think it will be difficult to obtain Malaysian certification.” Liu said the product’s benefits go beyond aesthetics as it can be useful The smart living and lifestyle products section showcases wearable devices to innovative household products to smart lighting solutions. The range of products highlight the powers behind Taiwan’s push to integrate design and technology into improving the quality of life. New for this year is the Taiwan Select Food Culture Pavilion that features many high-quality halal certified food products, Clean Label products and international flavour competition winners which are paired with technology. In addition to the AI showcases, Taiwanese companies known for their environmental protection solutions are also displaying their products, including energy-saving insulation films, smart water tower management systems, energy-saving air condi tioning systems and photon energy harvesters.

Taiwan Expo 2025 is supported by 26 Malaysian industry associations and groups, which indicates the great importance local industry players attach to the event. A total of 32 leading AI firms from Taiwan are showcasing their range of products and solutions including smart manufacturing, medical tech nologies, cybersecurity, finance and education services. Key exhibits include Phison’s latest AI-driven data storage technology; mechanical skin that mimics the human touch response by Touché Solutions; V5med and DeepXray’s AI assisted lung cancer and osteoporosis screening systems; as well as AI-driven cybersecurity and education solutions from ThinkCloud and NUWA

The expo highlights five key themes – smart manufacturing, health and wellness, sustainability, culture and tourism, reflecting industrial trends that align closely with Malaysia’s economic priorities. Taiwan-based tech innovators eye expansion in Malaysia Robotics. A special guided tour service by the Collibot Robot will also be available and visitors can experience real-life applications of Taiwan’s AI

“These cameras can auto-track a designated person from up to 30 metres away. It means during an event, one person can manage everything, switching and camera operations, without needing a full crew. It can also control up to three cameras. As AI is a key trend now, its PTZ cameras and switchers are equipped with AI tracking capabilities. We’re aligning our products with this trend to make content production more efficient,” he said.