KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 14 -- The presence of long-established major electronic companies in Malaysia such as US-based Dell and Japan's Sony and Panasonic will allow for easier transition for the local industry to take advantage of the trade disagreements between the US and China.

Economist Intelligence Unit (EIA) Asia Regional Manager Fung Siu pointed out that the infrastructure already available also makes it attractive for trade.

"Major electronics companies such as Dell (US), Sony and Panasonic (both Japan) already have plants in Malaysia. This means that they would be able to re-deploy investment and production relatively smoothly.

"In addition, Malaysia has strong road, rail and port infrastructure, which has in turn helped to develop...