Has transformed from a raw materials producer into a multi-sector
economy.
Attempting to achieve high-income status by attracting investments in
finance, high technology industries, biotechnology and services.
Also continued with efforts to increase domestic demand and reduce
economic dependence on exports.
Exports - especially of electronics, oil and gas, palm oil and rubber -
remain a significant driver of the economy.
The 2012 political outlook depends on when the general elections will be
held and speculated that it would be in the first quarter of 2013.