DHL Investing RM300 Mln On KL Gateway Facility

SEPANG, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- DHL Express has increased its investment in Malaysia with the launch of its new RM300 million Kuala Lumpur Gateway facility -- its largest local investment to-date.

Blackberry Establishes APAC Regional Cybersecurity HQ In Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- Canada-based BlackBerry Ltd has established its Asia Pacific (APAC) regional headquarters (HQ) for its cybersecurity division in Cyberjaya, Malaysia, which is now fully operational.

MIH Megatrends 2024 Draws 2 Million Online Views, Showcases Malaysia’s Global Healthcare Readiness

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia International Healthcare (MIH) Megatrends 2024 has surpassed expectations with a record 2 million online engagements, reflecting the heightened interest in Malaysia’s healthcare sector as it gears up for the 2025 ASEAN Megatrends.

Ringgit Opens Slightly Higher Against US Dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar today with market sentiment remaining guarded as the world braces for the US presidential election which will be held on Nov 5.

Malaysia Set To Unlock Economic Opportunities As BRICS Partner Country -- Academician

By Abdul Hamid A. Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s recognition as one of the 13 nations officially added to BRICS presents significant economic opportunities, opening doors to trade, investment, and cooperation with the world’s largest emerging markets, including Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.

Youth Economic Forum Serves As A Platform For Youths In Nation-Building

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- The Youth Economic Forum (YEF) 2024, which gathered over 1,200 delegates today, has provided a platform for young professionals, universities and college students to engage in discussions about Malaysia's evolving economic landscape, focusing on digital and green economy, as well as talent development.

Govt Will Ensure Youth Access To Jobs, No Region Is Underserved - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- The government is committed to ensuring that youths have access to jobs which commensurate with their training and that no region is underserved in terms of digital exposure. 

Malaysia Needs To Prepare And Have All The Buffers To Face The Changing Global Economic Environment -- BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia, as a small and open economy, needs to ensure that it is well-prepared and has the necessary buffers to face the changing global economic environment, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour.

ASEAN Chairmanship: Malaysia Can Advance Carbon Initiatives Within Region - Sarawak Deputy Minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s ASEAN chairmanship next year presents an excellent opportunity for advancing carbon trading and carbon credits within its member countries, said Sarawak’s Deputy Minister of Energy and Environmental Sustainability, Datuk Dr Hazland Abang Hipni.

Ringgit Expected To Trade Sideways Next Week Ahead Of The US Election

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to trade sideways against the US dollar next week, moving in the RM4.34-RM4.35 range, as markets await the US presidential election on Nov 5.

MATRADE-HDC Merger: MITI Establishes Pro Tem Committee To Align Resources And Operational Frameworks 

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has formed a Pro Tem Committee to streamline resources and operational frameworks in support of the merger between the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) and the Halal Development Corporation (HDC).

Ringgit Extends Gains To Close Higher On Weaker Greenback Demand

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended its positive momentum to close higher against the US dollar today following weaker demand for the greenback.