What Happened
Southeast Asian Nation Seeks to Diversify Global Drone Market
Malaysia has become a significant player in the global drone supply chain, with the country supplying 84% of US micro-drone imports in 2024. The Malaysian government has launched a national strategy to develop its domestic drone industry through 2030, with a focus on expanding drone applications across various sectors. However, the country’s drone manufacturers still rely on Chinese rare earth magnets, highlighting the need for further diversification of the supply chain. As reported by Unknown Source, Malaysia’s emergence in the drone market may be a key factor in the potential bifurcation of the global market into China-centered and US-allied ecosystems.