World Bank Expects Malaysia's Economy To Grow Moderately At 4.1 Pct In 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economic growth is expected to remain at 4.1 per cent in 2026, unchanged from its 2025 forecast, according to the World Bank.

Malaysia Exports Durians Worth RM6.37 Bln To China From 2018–2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 6 (Bernama) --  Malaysia exported fresh durians and durian ‘pulp and paste’ to the Chinese market, totalling 115,359 metric tonnes worth RM6.37 billion from 2018 to 2025, based on the issuance of phytosanitary certificates for durian exports.

US Chip Tariffs On Malaysia Could Hit America, Global Supply

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 30 (Bernama) -- The United States (US) must tread carefully before imposing blanket tariffs on Malaysia’s semiconductor exports, which could disrupt global chip supply and hit American industries, the US-ASEAN Business Council said.

Analysts Reaffirm Gamuda As Top Pick Amid Strong Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 30 (Bernama) -- Gamuda Bhd remains the top pick for the construction sector by MBSB Investment Bank Bhd, supported by an all-time high order book of RM35.8 billion and a geographically diversified portfolio across construction and property. 

Angelini Pharma Partner Sovargen To Develop, Commercialise Innovative Brain Health Asset

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- Angelini Pharma, part of Angelini Industries, and Sovargen, a South Korean biotechnology company, have signed an exclusive global option agreement to co-develop and commercialise SVG105, an innovative brain health asset.

TM Joins Consortium To Develop Cable System Connecting ASEAN Nations To Japan

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 22 (Bernama) -- Telekom Malaysia Bhd (TM) is collaborating with Meta, SoftBank Corp, IPS Inc, PT XLSmart Telecom Sejahtera Tbk, and NEC Corporation in developing the Candle submarine cable system which connects ASEAN countries to Japan.

Taiwan Select Debuts Exclusive Showcase, Featuring Over 300 Food Products

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 12 (Bernama) -- Food brand label initiative Taiwan Select has launched an exclusive showcase featuring 40 well-known Taiwanese brands and over 300 products at The Food Merchant international grocer from today till Dec 31, 2025, at Pavilion Bukit Jalil.

Nagasaki Ceramics Company Keen To Expand In Malaysia

NAGASAKI (Japan), Sept 7 (Bernama) – Maruhiro Inc., a ceramics trading company based in the Nagasaki prefecture, Japan, is keen to expand to Malaysia.

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.

Demand For Traditional Japanese Porcelain To Expand In Malaysia

ARITA (Japan), Aug 24 (Bernama)  -- The demand for traditional Japanese porcelain with aesthetic designs will continue to expand in Malaysia and other overseas markets, said Shobido-Honten, a porcelain trading company based in the town of Arita in the Saga prefecture.

WITEX And WCAF 2025 Strengthen Regional Cooperation, ASEAN's Halal Economy

PETALING JAYA, Aug 22 (Bernama) -- The World Islamic Tourism and Trade Expo (WITEX) and World Cultural and Arts Festival (WCAF) 2025 present significant opportunities to strengthen cooperation and boost the halal economy, Islamic tourism and creative industries in Southeast Asia, according to a senior aide of the Malaysian Prime Minister.

Malaysia's Trade Rebounds 3.8 Pct To RM265.92 Bln In July -- MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s trade performance returned to positive growth in July 2025, rebounding by 3.8 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) to RM265.92 billion, the highest monthly trade value ever, according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).