Gobind Humbled By Selection To 2026 Tech Diplomacy Global 50

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 3 (Bernama) -- Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo said he is humbled to be named among the 2026 Tech Diplomacy Global 50, describing the recognition as a reflection of Malaysia’s digital transformation journey as the country moves towards becoming an AI Nation by 2030.

Malaysia Poised To Emerge As Global Physical Gold Trading Hub -- MGA

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has a strong potential to emerge as a global physical gold trading hub, supported by a business-friendly policy environment, an integrated industry ecosystem and the upcoming Malaysia Gold Industry Principles (MGIP).

Nuclear Energy Key To Meet Surging Global Power Demand -- Tech Futurist

HOUSTON, Feb 3 (Bernama) -- Nuclear energy should be part of the global solution to meet surging electricity demand while cutting carbon emissions, according to a technology (tech) futurist Pablos Holman.

Malaysia Manufacturing PMI Hits 20-month High In January, Stronger Ringgit Cuts Input Costs -- S&P Global

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia saw its headline manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) rise to a 20-month high at 50.2 in January 2026 from 50.1 in December 2025, signalling a third consecutive monthly improvement in the health of its manufacturing sector.

Eco Business Park 8 First Look Signals New Industrial Opportunities In JS-SEZ

JOHOR BAHRU, Jan 30 (Bernama) --  Eco Business Park 8 (EBP8) today hosted its “Eco Business Park 8 First Look” event at the EcoWorld Sales Gallery in Eco Business Park II (EBPII), offering businesses and stakeholders an exclusive preview of the latest industrial development strategically located within the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ).

Rubber Market Ends Lower On Expectation Of Softer Demand Ahead Of Lunar New Year

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 30 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended lower today, amid expectations of softer demand ahead of the Lunar New Year, said a dealer.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher On Renewed Buying Interest

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 30 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed higher on Friday, driven by renewed buying interest in banking stocks as trading momentum picked up in the final hour of trading, said an analyst. 

Zabariah Mohd Yusof Appointed Bank Negara Shariah Advisory Council Member

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 30 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has announced the appointment of former Federal Court judge Datuk Zabariah Mohd Yusof as a new member of the Shariah Advisory Council (SAC) for a two-year term, effective Feb 1, 2026.

Smart Communications Appoints Heidi Johnson As Chief Product And Technology Officer

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 30 (Bernama) -- Smart Communications, a technology company focused on helping highly regulated organisations engage in more meaningful customer conversations, has appointed Heidi Johnson as its Chief Product and Technology Officer, effective Jan 28.

Malaysia, Singapore Reaffirm JS-SEZ As Key Bilateral Economic Pillar

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Singapore reaffirmed the Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) as a key pillar of bilateral economic ties during a courtesy call between Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir and Singapore’s Minister for National Development Chee Hong Tat on Thursday.

Asia Pacific Air Cargo Demand Rises 8.4 Pct In 2025, Leading Global Performance -- IATA

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 29 (Bernama) -- Asia Pacific airlines led global performance in 2025, with air cargo demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTK), rising 8.4 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y), supported by most major routes, said the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Desatera To Unveil New Business Expansion Plan In June – CEO

BANGI, Jan 29 (Bernama) -- Food and support services company Desatera Sdn Bhd is currently developing a major expansion initiative, and the new business direction should be revealed by June this year, said chief executive officer Datuk Feizal Nor Nurbi.