Malaysia´s Economic Growth Accelerates to 5.8 Percent in 2017
(WorldNews Politics)

Domestic and external drivers propel economic growth KUALA LUMPUR, December 14, 2017 - Growth in Malaysia accelerated through 2017 with year-on-year growth projected at 5.8 percent - the country`s highest annual growth rate since 2014 - and expected to remain strong, projected at 5.2 percent for 2018, reports the latest Malaysia Economic Monitor, launched today by the World Bank. Accelerated growth has been fueled by strengthening domestic demand, improved labor market conditions, and wage growth, as well as improved external demand for Malaysia`s manufactured...