Proton e.MAS 7 as official Asean chair vehicle to catalyse nation’s EV growth — PM

KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim believes the selection of the Proton e.MAS 7 as the official national vehicle for the Asean chairmanship can serve as a catalyst for the promotion and development of the country’s Electric Vehicle (ev) Industry.

Anwar said this is especially significant as Malaysia will host the 46th Asean Summit, adding that this choice not only reflects local technological advancement, but also confidence in local capabilities to lead the future automotive industry.

“This initiative is in line with Malaysia’s commitment towards net-zero carbon emissions in coming years, in accordance with the country’s sustainability and green energy transition agenda under the Malaysia Madani framework,” he said in a Facebook post.

“Let us continue to support local innovation and strive towards a more sustainable, competitive, and hi-tech future,” he added.

In the same post, Anwar shared his experience test-driving Proton’s first electric vehicle around his office complex today.

— Bernama