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The 37.8-kilometre LRT3 Shah Alam Line, featuring 20 stations from Bandar Utama to Johan Setia, is set for its official launch by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Sunday, expected to serve two million residents.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on Malaysia to rapidly develop its unmanned aerial vehicle sector, emphasising the industry's pivotal role in driving innovation and economic competitiveness as the global UAV market expands.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has pledged government support to develop Malaysia's drone sector through enhanced regulations, research initiatives, and partnerships with industry stakeholders to capture regional opportunities.
Selangor is intensifying efforts to strengthen its position as Malaysia's leading aerospace centre, aiming to grow its share of national aerospace companies beyond 70% by 2030 while developing advanced maintenance capabilities and a skilled workforce of 22,000.
Geely Holding Group's Lotus electric vehicles will begin shipments to Canada in July under a bilateral trade agreement reached between Prime Minister Mark Carney and Chinese President Xi Jinping, according to China's ambassador to Canada.
Hong Leong Bank has tapped debt capital markets by issuing RM640 million in subordinated notes, leveraging its multi-currency Tier 2 programme to bolster its regulatory capital requirements.
BRICS countries have inaugurated a Digital Centre of Excellence focused on smart grids and energy storage, marking a significant commitment to collaborative energy innovation across the bloc.
The Malaysian government has unveiled three key improvements to the targeted BUDI Diesel subsidy scheme ahead of its early access launch, featuring ownership transfer fee waivers and eligibility transfer provisions to actual vehicle users.
Malaysia is championing a more integrated science, technology and innovation ecosystem across ASEAN to tackle shared regional challenges including energy transition, food security and climate resilience.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has unveiled plans for an expansive affordable housing programme targeting civil servants nationwide, seeking to ease financial pressures on the country's 1.6 million public sector workers.
Malaysia will exempt Service Tax on service charges and sinking fund contributions for non-residential buildings from July 1, 2026, providing relief to property owners and management bodies struggling with operational costs.
The CPTPP trade bloc has endorsed recent US-Iran diplomatic moves to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, citing the critical importance of unimpeded energy flows for regional economies and global supply chain stability.
Bank Negara Malaysia has unveiled the Semak Kasih portal, enabling beneficiaries to identify unclaimed insurance policies and takaful certificates left by deceased family members. Approximately 50,000 policies remain unclaimed nationwide.
Malaysia's Cabinet has approved a high-level committee meeting on foreign workers to address labour shortages affecting multiple sectors, particularly food and beverage operations.
Pengurusan Aset Air Berhad celebrates two decades of restructuring Malaysia's water industry, having financed RM23.04 billion in loan takeovers and invested RM23.84 billion in infrastructure. Deputy PM urges immediate measures to combat 40% water losses nationwide.
A global survey reveals that 52 per cent of consumers worldwide are prepared to pay an average seven per cent premium for brands demonstrating transparency around artificial intelligence and data practices, with significant regional variation and growing consumer activism.
Ajinomoto Malaysia is accelerating its Middle East expansion through partnerships with two prominent Saudi Arabian chefs, leveraging their influence to strengthen the company's halal product positioning in a rapidly growing regional market.
Petronas is deepening its strategic footprint in Turkmenistan, capitalizing on fresh diplomatic momentum from Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's recent Central Asian visit to unlock energy partnerships and economic collaboration.
The Malaysian Press Institute has raised RM1.037 million through contributions and sponsorships for the Malaysia Press Night 2026 next month, with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim scheduled to attend the event on July 17.
Petronas has assured adequate fuel supplies across its nationwide station network until August, covering half of Malaysia's domestic fuel needs. The government has established a Crisis Management Task Force to monitor supply and energy security amid global tensions.
Malaysia and Uzbekistan are strengthening agricultural partnerships by combining Malaysian technological expertise with Uzbek farming experience, targeting food security and trade expansion across Central Asia.
Malaysia is drafting comprehensive legislation to hold e-commerce platforms accountable, addressing regulatory gaps that disadvantage local businesses against foreign sellers and tackling counterfeit products.
Malaysia's employment agencies association has introduced a comprehensive insurance programme addressing gaps in domestic worker coverage, offering employers compensation for staff departures and workers access to hospitalisation benefits.
Malaysia and Indonesia are establishing the Malaysia-Indonesia Halal Council to harmonise halal standards, expand trade, and strengthen their competitive position in the global halal ecosystem.
Malaysia's labour market remains stable with unemployment at 0.04 per cent as of June 22, representing a 20 per cent decline in job losses compared to May, Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah told Parliament.
More than RM4 billion remains available under Bank Negara Malaysia's SME Stabilisation Relief Facility to help small and medium enterprises navigate cash flow challenges and operational disruptions amid global economic uncertainty.
Malaysia lost 42,807 jobs in the first half of 2024, with business closures accounting for 41 percent of retrenchments. The HR Minister dismissed fears that artificial intelligence is driving layoffs, emphasizing the need for workforce upskilling.
Tourism Malaysia and KL Hop-On Hop-Off operator Elang Wah Sdn Bhd have unveiled a domestic tourism campaign using specially wrapped sightseeing buses to promote Malaysian destinations ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026.
Malaysia is actively courting Russian investors to strengthen its Islamic finance sector, leveraging bilateral meetings and planning regional visits to position itself as a global shariah-compliant financial hub.
Malaysia's Ministry of Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development has unveiled a strategic plan to strengthen local small businesses in digital commerce, introducing platforms and financing support to compete with foreign traders.
Malaysia has begun exporting its premium MD2 pineapple variety to New Zealand, with projections of RM4.3 million in annual revenue. The initiative represents a strategic market diversification for the nation's pineapple sector and leverages the Malaysia–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement.
Malaysia has surged eight places to rank 15th globally in the IMD World Competitiveness Index 2026, with PM Anwar Ibrahim attributing the advancement to the country's civil service excellence and institutional efficiency.
Malaysia's Finance Ministry is receptive to suggestions for enhancing the BUDI Diesel subsidy programme, with decisions tied to actual consumption patterns rather than blanket quota increases.
Malaysia is actively courting German small and medium enterprises to invest in green technology, renewable energy, and water management, signalling deeper bilateral economic cooperation.
Housing Minister Nga Kor Ming has underscored the necessity of maintaining consistent policy direction under the MADANI framework to achieve lasting economic transformation and preserve investor confidence in Malaysia's growth trajectory.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's recent diplomatic missions to Russia and Turkmenistan have produced significant energy sector breakthroughs, positioning Malaysia as a strategic partner in global hydrocarbon markets amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.
The Malaysia Competition Commission has concluded that housing market prices show no signs of anti-competitive manipulation, with growth rates moderating throughout 2025 despite cost pressures in construction materials.
Ajinomoto (M) Bhd emerged as the top gainer on Bursa Malaysia after parent company Ajinomoto Co Inc announced plans to privatise the food seasoning manufacturer through a RM20-per-share acquisition offer.
Malaysia's BUDI diesel initiative seeks to eliminate approximately 1 billion litres of annual subsidy leakages by strengthening MyKad-based identity verification systems, which remain less robust than those protecting RON95 petrol distribution.
Malaysia's SARA welfare programme is expanding its retail network to over 13,500 shops nationwide, including remote areas, with plans to boost sundry shop participation to 10,000 outlets to improve access for eligible recipients.
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Selangor's KDEB Waste Management is lobbying federal authorities to extend diesel subsidies to its RoRo lorries, arguing that exclusion from the scheme threatens service delivery amid soaring fuel costs.
Malaysia's workforce union membership stands at approximately six per cent, according to Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan, who emphasises significant room for growth and the strategic importance of workers' organisations.
The Empowering Malaysian Businesses Carnival in Melaka attracted 70,000 visitors and generated RM8.45 million in business matching value and financing potential, supporting the government's ABCD agenda for enterprise development.
Malaysia's parliament has received two competition amendment bills that would expand the Malaysia Competition Commission's powers and broaden regulatory oversight beyond commercial activities to cover all economic sectors.
The Usahawan MADANI Mega 2026 entrepreneurship seminar drew 6,877 students nationwide, securing a Malaysia Book of Records title for the largest student participation in such an event.
QEW has rejected fraud accusations tied to a RM20.45m investment scheme, contending that 111 litigants understood the inherent risks before committing capital to the programme.
Malaysia's Human Resources Ministry is deploying Technical and Vocational Education and Training programmes to help displaced workers from manufacturing, services and construction sectors find new employment through a coordinated job-matching initiative.
The United States is finalising an investigation into alleged forced labour practices in Malaysia, with authorities signalling a likely 10 per cent tariff imposition following July 24 should probe conclusions validate concerns.
Malaysia is creating a mechanism to bar imports produced through forced labour, responding to US pressure and potential tariffs. The government has formed an inter-agency task force to develop the framework amid international trade compliance demands.
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Malaysia's Domestic Trade Minister clarified that MADANI Mart is a private retail initiative operated by licensed business entities under Yayasan MADANI, not a direct government programme, though it remains subject to ministerial oversight.
Sime Darby Property's New Economy Venture fund has launched a RM2.6 billion sukuk wakalah programme to finance next-generation real estate projects, signalling intensified capital deployment in Malaysia's emerging economic sectors.
Malaysia's diesel price reduction to RM2.10 per litre starting July is anticipated to ease transportation and goods costs nationwide, though experts warn rural areas need targeted support to prevent cost-of-living pressures.
Universiti Utara Malaysia has won RM2.47 million in damages from a High Court ruling concerning renovation and management disputes over a shopping mall property, while the defendant's RM7.7 million counterclaim was rejected.
Malaysia is maintaining its BUDI95 fuel subsidy quota at 200 litres monthly while the government monitors geopolitical developments in West Asia and their potential impact on global oil prices before considering restoration to the previous 300-litre allocation.
Japanese food ingredient giant Ajinomoto Co Inc is moving to privatise its Malaysian unit through a selective capital reduction worth RM603.4 million, offering minority shareholders RM20 per share—a 31.58% premium to recent closing prices.
Japan's Ajinomoto Co Inc is acquiring full ownership of Ajinomoto Malaysia, its monosodium glutamate producing subsidiary, for RM603.4 million. The move offers minority shareholders a 31.58% premium to exit their holdings in the illiquid stock.
Malaysia's government expects to save RM2 billion annually through the BUDI MADANI Diesel programme, which fixes the subsidised diesel price at RM2.10 per litre from July 1 using MyKad verification to prevent fraud and cross-border smuggling.
Malaysia's Higher Education Ministry is reshaping its research strategy away from publication-focused work toward commercially viable outcomes, aiming to convert more university innovations into marketable products and industry partnerships.
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has extended a formal invitation to Malaysian investors, highlighting the country's strengthening business climate and untapped commercial potential in the region.
Selangor will offer assessment tax reductions for homeowners installing green technology like solar panels and electric vehicles, effective July 1 as part of its sustainability drive.
Selangor's government has finalized all land-related matters for Port Klang's third terminal on Pulau Carey since December, but the project remains stalled awaiting federal approval on port ownership and jurisdiction.
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Malaysia's government has announced a reduction in subsidised diesel prices to RM2.10 per litre from July, implemented through MyKad verification. The move reflects the administration's targeted subsidy strategy designed to combat smuggling while easing living costs.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim disclosed that the federal government has distributed RM16 billion to Johor over three years, exceeding the state's RM14 billion revenue contribution to federal coffers.
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Malaysia's Human Resources Ministry pledges to enhance governance of Bangladeshi worker recruitment through a new Joint Working Group, ensuring transparent and ethical practices that benefit both nations.
Bangladesh is pursuing closer engagement with ASEAN and has expressed interest in joining RCEP, with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman praising Malaysia's support during bilateral talks in Putrajaya.
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Malaysia and Bangladesh have pledged to deepen economic ties by moving into artificial intelligence, energy, and semiconductors, with PM Anwar emphasising the shift from traditional sectors to high-tech collaboration during Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman's visit.
Malaysia's Parliament opened its latest session debating the economic fallout from Strait of Hormuz shipping disruptions and their effect on domestic industries, inflation, and GDP growth targets under the 13th Malaysia Plan.
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More than 230,000 Malaysian taxpayers have embraced the e-Invoicing system since its August 2024 rollout, with 52,540 declaring RM4 billion in income. The Inland Revenue Board reports strong adoption rates.
Malaysia's government will reduce the subsidised diesel price to RM2.10 per litre from July, marking the latest shift in the administration's subsidy restructuring strategy aimed at containing public expenditure.
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Sarawak's troubled Tambirat Waterfront project is heading to court after Phase One stalled, threatening delays to Phase Two construction and a scheduled international regatta event.
Malaysia's TEKUN Nasional is piloting a 24-hour financing approval scheme for loans under RM20,000, aiming to launch within two to three months. The initiative targets supporting MSME liquidity needs.
Penang Chinese Town Hall recorded RM12.61mil in annual revenue for 2025, with donations comprising 89% of income. The organisation plans to host a major China-Asean AI forum in November 2026.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has indicated that ongoing negotiations between Petronas and Petros are advancing constructively. The discussions carry significance for Malaysia's petroleum industry and broader governance of national energy resources.
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Rim constituency in Melaka is channelling efforts into community tourism and local industries to uplift rural livelihoods. The assemblyman highlights batik, agricultural products, and homestays as key economic drivers.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has announced a reduction in Malaysia's subsidised diesel price to RM2.10 per litre starting July 2026, using MyKad verification to ensure benefits reach eligible Malaysians and small businesses.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has announced that subsidised diesel prices will fall to RM2.10 per litre starting July 2026, implementing a targeted subsidy approach similar to the BUDI MADANI RON95 scheme.
Malaysia's Housing Ministry will comprehensively reform its Certificate of Completion and Compliance framework to streamline approvals, enhance digital integration, and support sustainable urbanisation across the country.
Malaysia's inflation appears stable for now, yet the economy remains structurally exposed to international commodity shocks and currency fluctuations that could destabilise prices.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's recent tour of Central Asia—visiting Tashkent, Kazan, and Ashgabat—reflects Malaysia's strategic shift to diversify economic partnerships as global power competition intensifies and traditional trade patterns undergo fundamental change.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's strategic visits to Russia and Turkmenistan have yielded significant energy partnership agreements, bolstering Malaysia's long-term supply security and positioning the nation as a pivotal energy player in Asia.
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Malaysia is committing RM9.8 billion in microfinancing through six major institutions to help hawkers and small traders access affordable capital more easily, with the government actively gathering feedback from grassroots businesses.
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Malaysia's Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah cash assistance programme has been rolled out across 20 locations in Sarawak, making it more accessible for elderly citizens, those with health issues, and rural residents struggling with living costs.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says Petronas' growing involvement in Turkmenistan's energy operations grants Malaysia access to world-class gas reserves, positioning the country more prominently in international energy competition.
The Malaysian International Chamber of Commerce and Industry is pushing businesses to develop stronger resilience and flexibility while strengthening government partnerships as global economic conditions deteriorate.
Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd handled 7.9 million passenger movements in May 2026, with international travel proving the principal growth driver. The figure reflects sustained recovery momentum across MAHB's multi-airport portfolio.
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's visit to Malaysia this weekend is anticipated to reinvigorate free trade agreement negotiations between Dhaka and Kuala Lumpur, with business leaders hopeful for substantive progress.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has signalled Malaysia's determination to pursue local currency settlements for international trade, drawing on successful bilateral arrangements already established with key partners.
Malaysia's Port Klang Free Zone has generated RM108 million in revenue with operational capacity exceeding 86%, marking substantial progress in its recovery trajectory under the transport ministry's reactivation efforts.
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Selangor has announced Phase Two of its Resilience Strengthening Package worth RM209.26 million, bringing total allocation to RM355.06 million. The initiative targets job losses and economic pressures affecting key sectors.
Malaysia faces a property overhang crisis with 14,201 completed residential units valued at RM2.77 billion remaining unsold as of Q1 2024, exposing a fundamental disconnect between housing supply and household purchasing power.
The Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives has distributed nearly RM100 million to over 4,300 entrepreneurs in Melaka, with nationwide financing reaching RM5 billion across 180,000 businesses in the first five months of 2024.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has outlined Malaysia's strategic shift toward a knowledge-based economy anchored in semiconductor manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and technological innovation.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has secured assurances from Russia for a 20-year supply arrangement of oil and gas, strengthening Malaysia's energy security. The commitment comes amid broader efforts to expand Malaysian exports to key Asian markets.
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Johor's participation in the HRD Corp ecosystem has expanded significantly, with 13,425 registered employers supporting training for nearly 480,000 workers. The initiative collected RM208.21 million in levies last year.
Malaysia's media sector has welcomed Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's announcement of an additional RM1 million for the Tabung Kasih@HAWANA welfare fund and continued support for the Media Innovation Fund, signalling government commitment to industry sustainability.
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Malaysia's biennial agriculture show MAHA 2026 will for the first time host international exhibitors from Brazil, China, Japan, South Korea, Hungary, Uzbekistan and others, creating fresh business opportunities for local farmers and agribusinesses.
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Telekom Malaysia has committed RM500,000 as strategic partner of Tabung Kasih@HAWANA, a welfare fund for media practitioners. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil urged other companies to support local media amid declining advertising revenue.
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Malaysia and Thailand are engaged in intensive negotiations to resolve a temporary suspension on shrimp imports affecting five species. Both nations are working to balance biosecurity requirements with trade interests, with discussions backed by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has announced a RM1 million allocation to Tabung Kasih@Hawana 2026, reinforcing the government's commitment to supporting journalism and modernising Malaysia's media landscape.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has secured long-term energy supply agreements with Russia and Turkmenistan, promising Malaysia's oil, gas and diesel needs for at least 20 years and access to global gas reserves.
Penang is expanding strategic ties with Hungary, targeting collaboration in higher education, green technology, water security and research and development following high-level bilateral discussions.
Malaysia's Transport Ministry is using diesel trains temporarily on the Southern Shuttle service connecting Kulai, JB Sentral, and Pasir Gudang while new Electric Multiple Unit trains are delivered, Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced.
The ASEAN Property Developers Awards 2025/2026 and Top Quality Brand Awards 2025/2026 ceremony in Kuala Lumpur recognised over 70 outstanding property developers and businesses demonstrating excellence, innovation, and ESG commitment across Southeast Asia.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has characterized Petronas's acquisition of a stake in one of the world's largest Turkmenistan gas fields as evidence of global investor confidence in Malaysia's political stability, national unity, and economic fundamentals.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim argues that Malaysia's strategy of maintaining neutrality while engaging with all major powers is bolstering investor sentiment and fuelling the nation's economic expansion.
Malaysia's e-invoicing system has prompted 52,540 taxpayers to declare RM4.07 billion in previously unreported income since its August 2024 rollout, the Inland Revenue Board announced. The initiative has driven wider digital compliance across the business sector.
Malaysia and Turkmenistan have committed to strengthening energy sector collaboration while broadening bilateral ties across trade, investment, transport, education and technology during Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's official visit to the Central Asian nation.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed mechanisms to expand bilateral trade using the ringgit and ruble, while exploring deeper energy cooperation during an ASEAN summit in Kazan.
Bank Rakyat has tapped Islamic capital markets for RM300 million through sukuk issuance, drawing from its RM5 billion subordinated sukuk programme to reinforce its financial position.
Takaful IKHLAS and MNRB Holdings have distributed sacrificial meat to 106 asnaf recipients in Seremban as part of their Kasih Korban Programme during Aidiladha, channelling RM59,500 in contributions.
Malaysia's competition watchdog and statistics department have formalized a partnership to pool resources, expertise and data for better monitoring of market competition and policy implementation across the economy.
A potential US-Iran peace agreement offers hope for stabilising global oil prices, though the recovery period will extend several months as supply chains normalise and elevated logistics costs persist, Malaysia's Political Secretary to the Finance Minister said.
The iTEKAD CIMB Islamic-MAINPP Entrepreneur programme has distributed motorcycles to 20 carefully screened participants in Penang, combining financial assets with training to help low-income groups build sustainable livelihoods.
Malaysia's trade ministry has busted a counterfeit goods operation in Johor Bahru, seizing RM600,000 worth of fake branded merchandise from three locations. Four individuals have been detained.
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has briefed Sultan Nazrin Shah on the government's initiatives to develop communication infrastructure and broaden service reach throughout Perak, with online safety also featuring prominently in discussions.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim witnessed PETRONAS signing a strategic partnership with Turkmenistan, cementing three decades of energy sector collaboration and opening pathways for exploration of vast natural gas reserves.
A group of 111 investors has filed a High Court lawsuit against QEW Group and its two directors, seeking recovery of RM20.5 million in investment capital that was not returned as promised.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has committed RM200 million to upgrade and modernise hawker stalls across 287 locations under the Lestari Niaga @ Kuala Lumpur 2026 programme, directly benefiting more than 11,000 small traders and street vendors.
MSCI has raised fresh transparency concerns about Indonesia's financial markets, citing poor visibility in ownership data and coordinated trading behaviour. The index provider will decide next week whether to downgrade Indonesia's classification, a move that could trigger $13 billion in outflows.
Business associations in Kelantan have flagged a troubling trend of foreign entrepreneurs circumventing regulations by marrying local women or entering partnerships, allowing them to operate under Malaysian identities while sidestepping licensing and tax obligations.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is concluding his official visit to Turkmenistan with high-level meetings focused on expanding trade and investment partnerships between the two nations.
Malaysia's Supreme Meeting of the National Statistics and Data Council has endorsed six strategic initiatives to strengthen the country's data governance and statistics ecosystem, positioning the nation for its transition to high-income status.
RT Pastry Holdings Bhd's initial public offering has attracted extraordinary investor interest, with public applications exceeding available shares by nearly 60 times before its scheduled June 29 debut on Bursa Malaysia's ACE Market.
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Malaysia's ambitious Carey Island port development maintains momentum despite ongoing land ownership discussions between Selangor and federal authorities, the transport minister has confirmed.
AirAsia launched its inaugural direct service between Jakarta and Kota Bharu, with officials projecting significant benefits for Kelantan's tourism and economy under the Visit Malaysia 2026 initiative.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is visiting Turkmenistan to explore expanded economic cooperation, with particular focus on energy resources, trade opportunities, and strategic investment partnerships between the two nations.
Malaysia's Port Klang 3 expansion project could break ground this year following progress on outstanding land disputes with Selangor authorities, Transport Minister Anthony Loke indicated.
Malaysia will seriously examine bilateral trade settlement arrangements using local currencies rather than traditional foreign exchange. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim highlighted successful models with China as a template for regional commerce.
Japan's updated Free and Open Indo-Pacific framework directly supports Malaysia's bid to emerge as a premier regional digital hub, according to the Japanese Ambassador, with enhanced cooperation in AI, secure data flows and semiconductor advancement.
The Port Klang Free Zone has generated RM108 million in revenue as its reactivation initiative reaches 86% completion, marking a significant turnaround for Malaysia's troubled free trade facility.
Malaysia's Transport Ministry and Selangor government are resolving land ownership issues to advance the Port Klang Third Terminal project on Carey Island, a strategic infrastructure initiative to strengthen the nation's port and logistics capabilities.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has exposed a coordinated fraud scheme in which company owners, agents, and accountants illicitly obtained approximately RM9 million through false claims under a government employment incentive initiative.
AirAsia has launched its new Jakarta-Kota Bharu route with a successful inaugural flight carrying 118 passengers, marking a significant step in Kelantan's tourism and economic expansion strategy.
Austrian semiconductor firm AT&S has committed RM9.4 billion to build a major manufacturing plant in Kulim, Kedah, marking a significant boost to Malaysia's chip production capabilities and international investor confidence.
Malaysia's government continues refining its proposed carbon tax framework, with implementation timing still under review. The measure aims to incentivise green technology adoption rather than penalise industries.
Transport Minister Anthony Loke inaugurated the Shuttle Selatan service, a new commuter rail system connecting Kulai, JB Sentral and Pasir Gudang. The initiative aims to serve over two million residents and boost public transport adoption in Johor.
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Kedah's domestic trade ministry raided an animal feed factory in Kuala Ketil, seizing over 53 tonnes of wheat flour valued at RM100,251 after the facility failed to produce proper storage authorisation.
Malaysia's government-linked investment companies will commit RM2 billion to Bumiputera businesses in 2026, a 54% jump from RM1.3 billion the previous year, signalling intensified support for indigenous enterprise.
PERHEBAT and the National Entrepreneurship Institute have launched an intensive mentoring initiative to transform military veterans into successful business owners, with ambitions to create millionaire entrepreneurs within their ranks.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is travelling to Russia to meet President Vladimir Putin, with energy security and fuel supply continuity as key priorities. The visit aims to safeguard Malaysia's long-term oil and diesel access.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that Malaysia's economic progress and development must benefit all segments of society, particularly grassroots communities, rather than focusing solely on large-scale and high-tech projects.