Hotayi Electronic Invests RM500 Mln In Penang Smart Factory Expansion

KUALA LUMPUR, March 21 (Bernama) -- Hotayi Electronic (M) Sdn Bhd has broken ground on its RM500 million phase three smart factory expansion in Batu Kawan, Penang, a move set to generate 1,000 new high-skilled jobs.

Malaysia's Ogse Players Must Tap Energy Transition Expertise To Reach Consumer Markets -- Rafizi

KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 (Bernama) -- Local oil and gas services and equipment (OGSE) players must leverage energy transition expertise to reach downstream consumer markets, said Economy Minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli.

Microsoft's Upcoming Cloud Region In Malaysia, Ecosystem To Generate US$10.9 Bln economic impact

KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 (Bernama) -- Microsoft’s investments in Malaysia are expected to generate an economic impact of US$10.9 billion over the next four years, creating 37,575 jobs and accelerating the adoption of cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in the country.

CILTM Sabah Backs Labuan’s Growth As A Regional Maritime Hub

LABUAN, March 20 (Bernama) -- The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Malaysia (CILTM) Sabah Section has been tasked by CILT Malaysia to drive the growth and development of Labuan’s logistics and transport industry.

MITI Backs High-tech Investments To Boost Malaysian Workforce - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, March 19 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) continues to support investments that introduce cutting-edge technology and enhance the skills and quality of the local workforce to keep Malaysia globally competitive.

PEOPLElogy Signs Underwriting Agreement With Kenanga IB For IPO

KUALA LUMPUR, March 19 (Bernama) -- PEOPLElogy Bhd has signed an underwriting agreement with Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd for its initial public offering (IPO) in conjunction with its listing on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia.

Foreign Workers' EPF Contribution A Game Changer To Retain Workforce And Hire More Local Talent

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin & Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, March 19 (Bernama) -- Foreign workers' mandatory Employees Provident Fund (EPF) contribution will benefit Malaysia’s economy over the long term as employers will favour hiring more local talent as costs increase.

Canada Ramping Up Efforts To Expand Trade And Investment, Including With Malaysia -- Envoy

KUALA LUMPUR, March 19 (Bernama) -- Canada is intensifying its efforts to broaden its trade and investment footprint, including strengthening ties with Malaysia and seeking to penetrate new markets, said High Commissioner of Canada to Malaysia Jodi Robinson.

MPRC Calls On OGSE Players To Consider Strategic Partnerships

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, March 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's oil and gas services and equipment (OGSE) companies have been urged to consider strategic partnerships to be more competitive and get more energy transition opportunities beyond the industry.  

EVE Energy’s Phase 2 Expansion To Create Over 1,000 Jobs – MIDA

KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- EVE Energy Co Ltd’s (EVE Energy) Phase 2 expansion will create over 1,000 jobs, underscoring its commitment to Malaysia’s economic growth, the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) said.  

Malaysia’s Tech Sector Earnings To Grow This Year Amid Tariff Headwinds -- Analysts

KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s technology (tech) sector earnings are projected to grow this year, riding on stronger demand and overall recovery in the semiconductor space amid the United States (US) tariff headwinds, said analysts.

Govt Support Crucial To Accelerate AI And IoT Adoption – Expert 

KUALA LUMPUR, March 16 (Bernama) – Government support is vital in speeding up the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT), said IoT industry expert Dr Mazlan Abbas.