The Malaysian Space Agency (MYSA) has now shared that Malaysia will be the first country in Southeast Asia to have its own rocket launch site, as early as 2029. This move is seen as in line with the Space Policy 2030.
Currently, the proposal involves three proposed locations, involving locations in Pahang, Sarawah and Sabah. The final location has not yet been determined. The feasibility study report has been completed, and is currently in the process of evaluating the report.
If there are any foreign companies wishing to collaborate, then they will need to collaborate with local companies, as well as obtain the approval of the state government.
A rocket launch site in Malaysia is expected to provide a number of advantages, including Malaysia's location on the equator which allows rocket launches to be carried out with saving fuel costs and more efficiently compared to other locations around the world. This move is also expected to provide healthy development in the aerospace and engineering arena in Malaysia.