How much do commodities matter to Malaysia?

As one of the region's few net commodity exporters, there are some concerns that Malaysia is vulnerable to a fall in commodity prices. But Malaysia is not as dependent on commodities as is often thought. In fact, stronger demand for manufacturing exports should help the economy cope comfortably with a fall in commodity revenue.  

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