Supportive Government Policies
»Pro-business policies
»Responsive government
»Liberal investment policies
»Attractive tax and other incentives
»Liberal exchange control regime
»Intellectual property protection  

An Educated Workforce
»Talented, young, educated and productive workforce
»Multilingual workforce speaking two or three languages, including English
»Comprehensive system of vocational and industrial training, including advanced skills training.
»Harmonious industrial relations with minimal trade disputes  

Developed Infrastructure
»Network of well-maintained highways and railways
»Well-equipped seaports and airports
»High quality telecommunications network and services
»Fully developed industrial parks, including free industrial zones, technology parks and Multimedia Super Corridor (MSC)
»Advanced MSC Malaysia Cybercities and Cybercentres  

Vibrant Business Environment
»Market-oriented economy
»Well-developed financial and banking sector, including the Labuan International Financial Exchange
»Wide use of English, especially in business, legal and accounting practices based on the British system
»Large local business community with a long history in international business links
»Large foreign business community in all business sectors
»Extensive trade links - country's total trade was valued at RM1.169 trillion in 2010  

Quality of Life
»Friendly and hospitable Malaysians
»Safe and comfortable living environment
»Excellent housing, modern amenities, good healthcare and medical facilities
»Excellent educational institutions including international schools for expatriate children
»World-class recreational and sports facilities
»Excellent shopping with goods from all over the world 



Source:
1. BNM Annual Report 2010
2.Matrade Press Release: Malaysia's Trade Performance in 2010