U.S.-Malaysia Trade Agreement Enhances Economic and Digital Cooperation
Impact Score: 3.2
Timeline: Effective 60 days after notification; forced labor prohibition within 2 years; termination requires 180 days’ notice
Summary: The bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Malaysia aims to boost economic prosperity through reciprocal tariffs, removal of trade barriers, and strengthened commercial ties. Key provisions address customs duties, non-tariff barriers, intellectual property, trade facilitation, and digital trade, including prohibitions on discriminatory digital service taxes and protection of proprietary technology. Both nations commit to coordinated actions on economic and national security, investment opportunities, and enforcement aligned with WTO rules. The agreement influences sectors critical to research, technology, and international collaborations, with significant implications for academic and commercial partnerships.
Key Actions: Vanderbilt should monitor implications for international collaborations, intellectual property compliance, and digital infrastructure; explore research partnerships; develop educational programs on trade; and evaluate supply chain practices for compliance with labor and environmental standards.
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