Approved Investments, FDIs Reflect Different Stages Of Malaysia’s Investment Journey

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 3 (Bernama) -- Some may argue that the approved investments reported by the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) and the foreign direct investment (FDI) figures from the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) for the first half of 2025 (1H 2025) appear contradictory. 

Scanfil Invests RM15.8 Mln To Expand, Modernise Johor Bahru Manufacturing Facility

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 3 (Bernama) -- Scanfil, Europe’s largest listed electronics manufacturing company, has invested RM15.8 million to expand and modernise its SRX Global (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd facility in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, according to the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA).

Petronas Recognises Importance Of Strong OGSE Industry, Commits To Strengthening Ecosystem

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 2 (Bernama) -- Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) recognises the importance of a strong oil and gas services and equipment (OGSE) industry and is committed to strengthening the ecosystem through increased partnerships.

Asia Will Retain Leadership In Chip Manufacturing Next Five Years - Moody's Ratings

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 2 (Bernama) -- Asia will retain its leadership in chip manufacturing over the next five years, supported by cost advantages, established ecosystems and deep technical expertise, said Moody’s Ratings today.

MIDA's Economic And Market Development Conference Boosts Kulim Hi-tech Park's Growth Ambition

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 29 (Bernama) -- The inaugural Economic and Market Development Conference 2025 gathered over 400 industry leaders, policymakers, and investors from Malaysia and Southeast Asia yesterday, highlighting Malaysia’s and Kulim Hi-Tech Park’s (KHTP) ambition to lead in high-value industries and innovation-driven growth.

Sarawak Intensifies Collaboration With Penang In Semiconductor Industry

GEORGE TOWN, Aug 28 (Bernama) -- Sarawak is intensifying strategic cooperation with Penang in an effort to strengthen the country's semiconductor industry supply chain and ecosystem, particularly in the electrical and electronics (E&E) sector.

Malaysia Backs South Korea’s APEC Energy Transition Goals

From Harizah Hanim Mohamed

BUSAN, Aug 27 (Bernama) – Malaysia fully supports South Korea’s goals for the 15th APEC Energy Ministers Meeting (APEC EMM15), themed ‘Sustainable Growth through Innovative and Inclusive Transition’, as they are timely, relevant and align with the nation’s energy transition agenda, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

Guangxi Solidifies Its Sweet Spot As China’s "National Sugar Barn"

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- The Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region in southern China, with abundant sunshine and rainfall, continues to dominate China’s sugar sector, producing over 6.4 million tonnes of sugar during the 2024/2025 crushing season—accounting for 60 per cent of the nation’s total output for the 20th consecutive year.

FGV Holdings Posts Higher Net Profit Of RM137 Mln In 2Q 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- FGV Holdings Bhd posted a higher net profit of RM136.88 million in the second quarter ended June 30, 2025 (2Q 2025), compared to RM86.38 million in the same period a year ago. 

Malaysia, Brunei Vow To Boost Energy, Trade Ties

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Brunei pledged to advance cooperation in energy, connectivity, agriculture, tourism and the halal industry, a joint statement said on Wednesday.

Malaysia Remains Competitive Despite New US Tariff Rates - MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 26 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has reiterated that Malaysia remains in an overall competitive position despite the new tariff rates imposed on the country by the United States.

KPK Submitting Application For CPKO SST Exemption To MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 26 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities (KPK) is submitting a request to the Ministry of Finance (MOF) for crude palm kernel oil (CPKO) and palm kernel olein to be exempted from the Sales and Services Tax (SST), both of which currently taxed at a rate of five per cent.