Bagan Datuk's Coconut Industry Rebounds Strongly

Coconut and Bagan Datuk are inseparable. A visit to this district is said to be incomplete without tasting its famously sweet young coconut water — a natural product many claim is unlike anywhere else in the country.

For hundreds of years, coconut has been the community’s primary commodity crop. Bagan Datuk once earned a place on the world map as one of the most important coconut-producing regions from the late 19th to the mid-20th century. Built on the rich alluvial soils at the mouth of the Perak River and blessed with a humid tropical climate, the region is naturally suited for growing Cocos nucifera, the coconut palm.

These natural conditions produce coconuts with thicker flesh and richer, creamier coconut milk. Today, coconut remains Perak’s second most important agricultural commodity after rice.

ASEAN, African Union Ties Must Move Beyond Symbolism

From M. Saraswathi

ADDIS ABABA, Nov 20 (Bernama) -- ASEAN-African Union relations must move beyond symbolism and take shape through genuine, people-centred cooperation, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Ringgit Opens Marginally Higher Against Greenback

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 20 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened marginally higher against the US dollar on Thursday, extending its recent gains as improved regional sentiment supported emerging Asian currencies.

EcoWorld Marks 51 Years Of Malaysia-China Diplomatic Ties With Golf Invitational

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 19 (Bernama) -- Eco World Development Group Bhd (EcoWorld) and WDA Sports Technology Sdn Bhd hosted the China-Malaysia 51st Diplomatic Relations Golf Invitational at Templer Park Country Club today. 

2026 Census To Cover 1.2 Million Organisations, Including 180,000 In FTS - DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- The 2026 Economic Census (BE2026) will cover an estimated 1.2 million establishments nationwide, of which 180,000 registered business establishments are operating in the Federal Territories, according to the Statistics Department Malaysia (DOSM).

Ringgit Likely To Stay Within 4.10-4.15 Range Next Week

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to trade within the 4.10-4.15 range against the US dollar next week, supported by Malaysia’s resilient macroeconomic fundamentals amid shifting expectations over the United States’ monetary policy.

Healthcare, Insurance Industries Revive GMC To Strengthen Medical Claims Management

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 (Bernama) -- The healthcare and insurance/takaful industries have reactivated the Grievance Mechanism Committee (GMC) with the support of the Health Ministry and Bank Negara Malaysia, bringing together medical professionals, hospitals, insurers, takaful operators, and regulators to address systemic claims challenges.

SC's New Fee Structure Expected To Take Effect On Jan 1, 2026 - MoF

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia’s (SC) new fee structure is still under review by the Attorney General’s Chamber and is expected to take effect on Jan 1, 2026, according to the Ministry of Finance (MoF).

Bursa Malaysia Launches Thoughtstream To Encourage Independent Market Research

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia Bhd has launched ThoughtStream, a new digital platform that empowers investors, researchers, students, and market enthusiasts to share their independent research and perspectives on listed companies and market trends.

AM Best To Participate At 6th ASEAN Insurance Summit In Cambodia

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best will take part in the sixth Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Insurance Summit, scheduled for Nov 25, at the Sokha Convention Center in Siem Reap, Cambodia.

JETOUR Media Alliance Tech Tour Showcases Hybrid Off-Road Innovations 

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- The 2025 JETOUR Media Alliance (JMA) Tech Tour concluded successfully in Wuhu, Anhui Province, bringing together leading global automotive media representatives at the company’s headquarters.

SC Launches Invested Programme To Support Women Professionals Returning To Capital Market

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 10 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has launched investED for Returning Women, a specialised training and re-entry programme aimed at helping women professionals resume their careers in the capital market after a career break.