Ascott Launches Photography Contest Ahead Of HARRIS-Branded Hotel Opening In Penang

GEORGE TOWN, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- The HARRIS Hotel & Conventions Sunshine, managed by The Ascott Limited Malaysia, is set to open in January 2026, marking the debut of the HARRIS brand in Penang.

ADB, World Bank Launch ASEAN Power Grid Financing Initiative

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the World Bank Group, in partnership with ASEAN, today launched the ASEAN Power Grid (APG) Financing Initiative to support the development and integration of national power grids across the region.

BNM Remains Optimistic On Ringgit's Outlook Supported By Strong Economy - Governor 

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) remains optimistic about the trajectory of the ringgit, underpinned by Malaysia’s strong economic fundamentals and structural reforms.

MPOB, MyIPO Partner To Boost Palm Oil Innovation And R&D

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) and the Malaysian Intellectual Property Corporation (MyIPO) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen strategic collaboration and safeguard innovation and research in the palm oil sector.

Bioeconomy Corporation, UMK To Boost Kelantan's Bio-based Talents, Entrepreneurs

BACHOK, Oct 14 (Bernama) – Malaysian Bioeconomy Development Corporation Sdn Bhd (Bioeconomy Corporation) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK) to strengthen collaboration to nurture bio-based talent and entrepreneurs.

Downward Trend In Debt, Fiscal Reforms Can Support Malaysia’s Sovereign Rating -- Fitch

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- The expectation of a downward trend in general government debt and Gross Domestic Product (GDP) that is closer to peer medians, supported by a strong consolidation strategy and improved growth prospects, could put upward pressure on Malaysia’s ‘BBB+’ sovereign rating.

Unveiling Tsubaki’s Upgraded Formulations with Camellia Oil Force for Shinier & Bouncier Hair

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 ( Bernama)-- Tsubaki, Japan’s leading haircare brand renowned for its beauty innovations, has unveiled its upgraded formulations powered by Camellia Oil Force in Malaysia through a unique showcase, The City of Tsubaki, which featured immersive experiences, interactive activities and artistic expressions that beautifully blended haircare with the art of fine pastry. 

MATRADE Leads Malaysia's Debut At Egypt Energy 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) is spearheading Malaysia’s maiden participation at Egypt Energy 2025, scheduled for Oct 14-16, 2025, in Cairo, Egypt.

Chossijib: Busan’s Haemultang Icon Celebrates 60 Years Of Culinary Innovation

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Gungjung Haemultang Chossijib (Chossijib), a renowned Korean seafood stew restaurant with deep roots in Busan, South Korea, continues to revolutionise itself while preserving 60 years of culinary heritage.

AIM Congress To Hold First Overseas Edition In Shanghai, China

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- The Organizing Committee of AIM Congress, the world’s leading investment platform, has announced the launch of AIM China Chapter 2025, marking the platform’s first international expansion outside the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Increase In STR, SARA Allocations Proves Govt's Commitment To Strengthen Social Safety Net -- MoF

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- The increase in the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) allocations from year to year is proof of the government’s commitment to strengthen the social safety net, according to the Ministry of Finance (MoF).

HCLTech Joins MIT Media Lab To Accelerate AI Innovation

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- HCLTech, a global technology company, has joined the MIT Media Lab, a world-renowned research and innovation ecosystem at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) that brings together pioneering research and forward-thinking enterprises.