Tariff Impact on Malaysia’s Glove Industry

Are gloves in Malaysia one sector that benefits from these tariffs? After all, a proposed 24% tariff is vastly lower than the 145% rate imposed on China. But do rising costs, cautious buyers, and potential supply gluts add pressure to glove markets? Oon Kim Hung, President of MARGMA (Malaysian Rubber Glove Manufacturers Association) joins us […]

Margma Makes Urgent Appeal for Affordable Alternative Gas Supply Amid Disruption

In its statement, Margma urged the Energy Commission to include gas supply to glove manufacturers in its priority list, noting their vital role in global healthcare alongside the hospitals, food, and pharmaceutical sectors. “This situation must be treated with urgency as it is crucial to minimise production interruptions on the critical supply of rubber gloves, […]