Silicon Synergy: Bangladesh Bridges Semiconductor Collaboration in Malaysia

Showcasing its technological capabilities and fostering South–South semiconductor partnerships, Bangladesh conducted the Bangladesh Penang Roadshow from November 11–13, 2025. During the first day, the delegation demonstrated Bangladesh’s competencies, followed by visits to leading Malaysian semiconductor companies over the next two days, building bridges for enhanced collaboration.

The Bangladeshi delegation visited Rapid Manufacturing Company in Kedah, near Penang, where they held discussions with senior executives from Prime Silicon and Neural Semiconductor. They also engaged with several chip design and prototyping companies including Infinex, Amicus Corporation, YBS, and the Chinese firm TF-AMD, further promoting Bangladesh’s semiconductor brand. Companies such as Hinchu expressed interest in jointly developing a robotics industry in Bangladesh.

Organized by the Bangladesh Semiconductor Industry Association (BSIA), the roadshow aimed to establish Bangladesh’s semiconductor sector as a “Silicon River” and position the country as an emerging partner in the global semiconductor supply chain. The event also laid the groundwork for a potential South–South “Silicon Corridor” between Bangladesh and Malaysia.

On November 11, a formal program was held at a hotel in Penang, attended by top Malaysian officials, including the Deputy Chief Minister of Penang and Bangladesh’s High Commissioner and Deputy High Commissioner to Malaysia. Senior representatives from the Malaysia Semiconductor Industry Association (MSIA) and the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) were also present.

During the event, Penang Deputy Chief Minister Yeoh Bee Yin Jagdeep Singh said, “Just as numerous global technology companies have established their presence in Penang, BSIA member companies are now carving out their position in this thriving ecosystem. I hope that cooperation in the semiconductor sector between Penang and Bangladesh will grow stronger and more tangible in the future.”

Bangladesh’s High Commissioner to Malaysia, Mr. Manjurul Karim Khan Chowdhury, urged semiconductor companies operating in Penang to build deeper partnerships with Bangladeshi firms. He noted, “Bangladesh possesses a large, skilled, and talented workforce, both young and experienced, who are contributing significantly to advanced semiconductor research, design, and innovation globally.”

Throughout the roadshow, the BSIA delegation met with leading Malaysian semiconductor companies and visited Rapid Manufacturing, Infinex Corporation, TF-AMD, Micro Modular Systems, Amulus Corporation, YBS International, and the Penang Skills Development Center (PSDC).

BSIA President Mohammad Abdul Jabbar highlighted Bangladesh’s progress in the semiconductor sector, stating, “Bangladesh is not merely a spectator; it has stepped forward to participate in the semiconductor revolution. This roadshow has demonstrated Bangladesh’s capability to collaborate, partner, and contribute meaningfully to the global value chain.”

Professor Muhammad Mustafa Hussain of Purdue University remarked, “The Silicon River represents our shared future. We will knock on every company’s door to establish the foundation for a South–South Silicon Corridor. This is just the beginning. Our goals should be ambitious enough that complete attainment is challenging, but in striving for them, we will overcome the impossible.”

Dr. Shatil Haque, AVP of Credo Semiconductor, added, “This roadshow marks the beginning of a new regional alliance. From purpose to execution, from dialogue to co-creation, collaboration is our guiding principle.”

The Bangladeshi delegation included senior officials from Neural Semiconductor, Ulkasemi, Prime Silicon, Siliconova, Cactus Materials, and I-Test Bangladesh. The roadshow opened pathways for new collaboration in chip design, packaging, test engineering, automation, workforce development, and innovation-driven semiconductor activities.