Malaysia's Role As Strategic Semiconductor Hub More Vital Amid Global Supply Chain Shift

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s role as a strategic semiconductor hub is becoming increasingly important as geopolitical tensions continue to reshape global supply chains.

Anwar's Call For Nationwide Crackdown For Illegal Foreign-run Businesses Timely - Economist

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's call for an immediate crackdown on illegal foreign-run businesses nationwide is timely, as such operations can harm micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), according to an economist.

Malaysia Secures RM92.8 Bln Approved Investments In 1Q 2026 -- MIDA

KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has secured RM92.8 billion in approved investments for the first quarter of 2026 (1Q 2026), with Japan emerging as the largest foreign investor and domestic investment recording its strongest year-on-year growth in the reporting quarter.

SSM, Terengganu Entrepreneur Development Foundation Sign MoU To Boost Business Registration

KUALA TERENGGANU, June 8 (Bernama) -- The Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Terengganu Entrepreneur Development Foundation (YPU) today to strengthen business registration and entrepreneurial development in the state.

Supply Crisis To Push Costs Beyond Oil Prices, Whole-of-nation Response Needed -- Hassan Marican

KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 (Bernama) -- The ongoing global supply and energy crisis should not be viewed solely as an oil price issue, but as a broader physical disruption that could gradually affect households through rising costs of living, according to Tan Sri Mohd Hassan Marican.

Energy Disruptions Could Spill Over Into Food, Medical Supplies And Manufacturing, Warns Hassan Marican

KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 (Bernama) -- Disruptions to energy and petrochemical supplies could have far-reaching implications beyond fuel availability, potentially affecting items critical to everyday life, such as medical supplies, food packaging and agricultural fertilisers, according to Tan Sri Mohd Hassan Marican.

Thailand Remains Key Market For Malaysian Franchise Expansion, Says Pernas

BANGKOK, June 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is stepping up efforts to expand its franchise footprint in Thailand, with Perbadanan Nasional Bhd (Pernas) targeting potential sales of RM30 million through its participation in the Thailand Franchise and Business Opportunities (TFBO) 2026 exhibition.

Sabah To Seek State Cabinet Backing For OGSE 5-year Roadmap - Ewon

KOTA KINABALU, June 5 (Bernama) -- The Sabah Ministry of Industrial Development, Entrepreneurship and Transport (MINDET) will bring the Sabah Oil & Gas Services and Equipment (OGSE) 5-Year Roadmap to the state Cabinet for endorsement.

Malaysia Needs Clear Policy And Regulatory Direction To Maintain Investor Confidence -- Fadillah

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia needs clear policy and regulatory direction to maintain investor confidence and support the country’s energy transition agenda, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said on Thursday. 

Malaysia Airports Allocates RM11 Bln Capex For Infrastructure Expansion Over Five Years

PUTRAJAYA, June 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) will allocate about RM11 billion in capital expenditure (capex) over the next five years to support airport infrastructure expansion and modernisation across its network nationwide.

PM Anwar Has Full Confidence In TNB Driving Nation’s Energy Transition Efforts

By Norsyafawati Ab Wahab

KUALA LUMPUR, June 4 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says he has full confidence in national power company Tenaga Nasional Bhd’s ability to lead Malaysia's energy transition efforts as well as support the rapid growth of artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure investments in the country.

Gas Malaysia Deploys Asia Pacific’s First Loop Decarbonisation System

KUALA LUMPUR, June 3 (Bernama) -- Gas Malaysia Bhd has deployed the first LOOP system in Asia Pacific, using technology developed by Levidian Nanosystems Ltd to produce graphene and capture carbon from methane.