The panel session will feature a diverse range of perspectives from market analysts, industry leaders, and energy investors who will discuss on what makes Malaysia a compelling upstream investment destination. The highlight will focus how Malaysia’s open and mature ecosystem fosters investor confidence, drives value creation, and generates spin-off benefits across the energy value chain.

Through Malaysia Petroleum Management (MPM), PETRONAS continues to strengthen the Malaysia’s Exploration & Production (E&P) landscape by evolving governance and commercial frameworks, making Malaysia an investor-friendly destination. Complemented by initiatives such as unlocking frontier basins, enhancing bid-round offerings, and approving higher levels of investment, these efforts reinforce Malaysia’s competitiveness in the region.

Beyond attracting investments, Malaysia is also committed to building a sustainable E&P ecosystem by positioning itself as a regional talent-development hub, cultivating skilled individuals through structured on-the-job development and continuous upskilling to support the future industry needs across ASEAN.

Simultaneously, Malaysia hopes to be able to actively shape a more interconnected regional energy landscape. Building on successful partnerships with Thailand, Vietnam, and Brunei, the country is strategically positioned to catalyse the next wave of regional growth, innovation, and resilience across the region.

With the Malaysia Bid Round (MBR) 2026 on the horizon, Malaysia’s combined strengths will stand as a testament to its status as a progressive, resilient, and investor-ready energy hub.