PM Anwar’s African Visit Beefs Up Ties With Global South, Carving Out Pathways To New Markets

NAIROBI (Kenya), Nov 25 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s visit to three African countries in a continent which is increasingly being described as “young and fast” for its vibrant demographics and rising potential is a testament to Putrajaya’s commitment to strengthening ties with the Global South and positioning Malaysia strategically as a trusted partner in an increasingly multipolar world.

Asia Boards Rank AI Adoption Top Priority For 2026 - Diligent

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 25 (Bernama) -- Almost half of governance leaders in Asia (48 per cent) are prioritising artificial intelligence (AI) adoption as a top strategic focus for 2026, according to the APAC Governance Outlook 2026 report by the Diligent Institute.

Business Urged To Accelerate AI Adoption Ahead Of 2030 Target

PETALING JAYA, Nov 25 (Bernama) -- The government is urging industries to fast-track their shift to artificial intelligence (AI)-driven business models, stressing that the next five years will be critical as the nation moves towards its 2030 goal.

No Sales Tax Exemption For Goods Imported Via Foreign Portals -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia offers no blanket sales tax exemption on goods imported through foreign online portals, Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said.

Ringgit Opens Firmer Against Greenback, Set To Reach RM4.10 By Year-end

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 25 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened slightly firmer against the US dollar, aligning with forecasts to reach RM4.10 by year-end, as dovish remarks by US Federal Reserve officials weakened the greenback.

G20 Must Move Beyond Rhetoric To Address Global Trade Inequities - PM Anwar

From M. Saraswathi

JOHANNESBURG, Nov 23 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim urged G20 member states to move beyond rhetoric and take concrete steps to address longstanding global trade inequities, particularly those affecting countries in the Global South.

Shopee And Four Couriers Enter Partnership To Enhance Delivery Speed, Reliability

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 21 (Bernama) -- Shopee has partnered with City-Link Express, GDEX, Pos Malaysia, and SPX Express through a Letter of Collaboration (LoC) to make e-commerce deliveries in Malaysia faster, more reliable and wider-reaching.

RegASK 2026 Report Reveals Surging Regulatory Pressure Drives AI Adoption In Compliance

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 19 (Bernama) -- Regulatory pressure is rising at a pace many organisations are struggling to manage, with 83 per cent of regulatory professionals reporting an increase in regulatory volume, according to the 2026 State of Regulatory Affairs and Compliance Report by RegASK.

Denodo Named “One To Watch” In Snowflake’s Modern Marketing Data Stack 2026 Report

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 19 (Bernama) -- Denodo, a leader in data management, has been recognised as “One to Watch” in Snowflake’s report entitled The Modern Marketing Data Stack 2026: How Marketers Become Agents of Change in an AI-Driven World.

Talentbank Boardroom Challenge Returns In 2026 To Build Future Talent

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- After a successful debut, the Talentbank Boardroom Challenge is set to make a comeback in 2026, reinforcing Malaysia’s ongoing efforts to close the education-to-employment gap and nurture a new generation of future-ready talent.

Malaysia Combines Policy, Investment & Human Capital To Power Southeast Asia’s Energy Future - SEDA

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia aims to lead the development of a secure, affordable, and low-carbon energy system in Southeast Asia (SEA) by combining stable policies with investable projects, modern infrastructure, and skilled human capital.

Ringgit Opens Firmer For 10th Session, Ahead Of 3q GDP

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar for a 10th straight session this morning, extending its gains ahead of Malaysia’s third-quarter (3Q) 2025 gross domestic product (GDP) data, due this afternoon, an analyst said.