Karex: The world's largest condom maker faces pressure in Malaysia
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The Economist
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Summary
Malaysia, a historic rubber producer with about 150 years of experience, is home to Karex, the world's largest condom manufacturer. The article briefly notes Malaysia's declining share of global rubber supply since British colonial rule but highlights the country's continued dominance in condom production through Karex. The piece appears to be a short business section item titled "War and love" from the May 30th 2026 print edition of The Economist.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledMalaysia has long been one of the world's biggest rubber producers.
The country no longer accounts for as high a share of global supply as it did under British colonial rule.
One consequence of around 150 years of experience working with the material is that the country is home to the world's largest condom-maker.
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