EC’s Inaugural ERI 2025 Forum Exceeds Expectations, Attracts 600 Participants

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 8 (Bernama) -- The Energy Regulatory Insights Forum 2025 (ERI 2025), themed “Shaping a Sustainable Energy Future” has surpassed its initial target of 500 participants, reaching 600, with additional names already on the waiting list, said Energy Commission (EC) chief executive officer Siti Safinah Salleh.

World Halal Excellence Awards 2024 Boosts Malaysia Competitiveness In US$5 Trillion Halal Market

KOTA TINGGI, Dec 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s leadership in the global halal ecosystem continues to be strengthened through the World Halal Excellence Awards 2024 (WHEA 2024), further boosting the country’s competitiveness in the rapidly expanding global halal market projected to reach US$5 trillion (US$1 = RM4.10) by 2030.

Ewon Calls On His Ministry’s GLCs To Deliver Larger Dividends To State Govt

KOTA KINABALU, Dec 4 (Bernama) -- Sabah Deputy Chief Minister III Datuk Ewon Benedick has called on government-linked companies (GLCs) under his ministry to increase their revenues so they can pay higher dividends to the government.

Sabah Budget 2026 To Be Tabled On Dec 12 - Masidi

KOTA KINABALU, Dec 3 (Bernama) -- The newly formed Sabah state government, following the 17th state election, is expected to table Sabah’s Budget 2026 on Dec 12.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher On Improved Regional Sentiment

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s key index sustained its uptrend but closed off its intraday high as investor sentiment continued to improve amid broad gains across major Asian markets, said an analyst.

Zafrul’s Industrial Master Plan A Sweeping Vision For Local Companies To Be Global Contenders

By Nurul Jannah Kamaruddin & Nur Aiman Najwa Dzamae

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz ends his term as Investment, Trade and Industry Minister today, leaving behind a sweeping vision for Malaysia's future, where companies from small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to major players can rise to become global contenders.

IATA: Asia Pacific Demand Remains Robust, Malaysia Set For Sustained Growth

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- Asia Pacific remains the world’s fastest-growing aviation region, with demand continuing to outpace capacity amid supply chain pressures, said the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Sarawak Wants To Be Involved In The SALAM Project

KUCHING, Dec 1 (Bernama) -- Sarawak's Minister of Utility and Telecommunication Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi hopes the federal government can provide space for the state’s telecommunications companies to be involved in the implementation of the MADANI Submarine Cable Connection (SALAM) project.

Rubber Market Closes Lower, Tracking Losses In Regional Futures

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 1 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market closed lower on Monday, following declines in regional rubber futures markets amid weak economic data from China and other Asian countries, a dealer said.

Malaysia Airports To Stay Vigilant Amid Unpredictable Weather To Ensure Smooth Flights

SEPANG, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) will remain vigilant and is working closely with the relevant parties to ensure smooth flight operations amid the current unpredictable weather.Pengarau

More Bumiputera Businesses Should Tap Into High-value Sectors, Says Deputy Minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 27 (Bernama) -- The government hopes to see greater participation from the Bumiputera business community in high-value sectors such as digital technology and green innovation.

Bhutan Eyes Stronger Trade Ties With Malaysia By 2027-2028

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 26 (Bernama) -- Bhutan is considering pursuing a free trade agreement (FTA) with Malaysia as it sees strong potential to expand exports by 2027 or 2028.