I-Topup Contributions Up 26 Pct, Signals High Trust In Nation’s Financial Institutions – Amir Hamzah

PUTRAJAYA, Feb 28 (Bernama) -- Public willingness to contribute above the statutory rate through the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) i-Topup scheme signals high trust in the stability of the country’s financial institutions, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Chef Khiew Debuts ‘Rasa Bonda’, Halal Menu Inspired By Guangdong, HK Classics

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- Renowned celebrity chef Chef Khiew has introduced his latest menu, ‘Rasa Bonda’, which elevates Chinese heritage cuisine through inspiration drawn from classic Guangdong and Hong Kong dishes in a contemporary halal version.

AeroFlexx, Aveda Partner On Curbside-Recyclable Refill Packaging

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- AeroFlexx, an integrated, end-to-end liquid packaging company, has announced a collaboration with beauty brand Aveda to introduce a new refill packaging innovation aimed at advancing more sustainable and consumer-centric beauty packaging.

Binghatti Named Signature Sponsor Of International Property Show 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- The International Property Show (IPS 2026) will feature Binghatti, a Dubai-based real estate development company, as part of its upcoming exhibition scheduled for April 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

Malaysia Must Not Fixate On Exchange Rates But Rather On Ringgit’s Long-term Strength -- Economist

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must not be fixated on the ringgit’s specific exchange rate level but rather on the currency’s long-term strength, as it reflects the overall health of the nation’s economy.

Vendors Receive Payments From Govt Investment In Vantris Energy -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) — More than 1,400 local vendors have received payments following the government’s RM1.1 billion investment in Vantris Energy Bhd, said Finance Minister II Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Powering Nation’s Progress: TNB’s FY2025 Growth Returns Value To Rakyat

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) reaffirmed its commitment to driving Malaysia’s economic stability and providing long-term energy security, ensuring reliable power supply to homes, businesses and industries nationwide.

Gov’t Should Strengthen Housing Policy, Address Price And Income Imbalance -- Senator

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- The government should strengthen national housing policy with more effective price controls and better-targeted tax incentives to tackle the imbalance between house prices and the public’s income growth, urged Senator Michael Mujah Lihan.

Google’s US$2 Bln Project Exceeding Expectations, On Track -- PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- The progress of Google’s US$2 billion (US$1 = RM3.90) investment in Malaysia is advancing strongly and exceeding initial expectations, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.

Labuan Port Operator Strengthens Work Safety In Collaboration With DOSH

LABUAN, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Megah Port Management Sdn Bhd (MPM), the operator of Labuan Port, is working closely with the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) to further enhance workplace safety standards for port employees and port users.

MBSB Bank Funds Tier-1 Dairy Infrastructure With RM95.8 Mln Facility

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- MBSB Bank Bhd has provided a structured financing facility of RM95.8 million to Jemaluang Dairy Valley Sdn Bhd for the development of Tier-1 dairy infrastructure.

Labuan FSA Strengthens Banking Capital Framework

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, Feb 24 (Bernama) -- The Labuan Financial Services Authority (Labuan FSA) has reinforced its commitment to international banking standards by aligning its capital framework with the Basel III regulatory regime, further strengthening the resilience and credibility of the Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (Labuan IBFC).