Malaysia’s Leadership Sought To Spearhead ASEAN Semiconductor Industry Alliance

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- Semiconductor industries within Southeast Asia must join forces to compete as a united bloc to elevate ASEAN’s collective role in the global semiconductor value chain.

Pos Malaysia Posts RM41.5 Mln 1Q Net Loss Amid Lower Postal, Logistics Revenue

KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 (Bernama) -- Pos Malaysia Bhd recorded a net loss of RM41.5 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 (1Q 2025), widening from a net loss of RM19.6 million in the same quarter last year, weighed down by lower contributions from its postal and logistics segments.

Finland Eyes Deeper Trade Ties With Malaysia, Pushes For EU-Malaysia FTA

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 (Bernama) -- Finland aims to deepen economic ties with Malaysia, focusing on the circular economy, smart and sustainable energy solutions, digitalisation, and semiconductors to boost trade and investment in the region.

MIDA Introduces Two Programmes At SEMICON SEA 2025 To Boost International Partnerships

KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Investment Development Authority (MIDA) introduced two strategic programmes at SEMICON South East Asia (SEA) 2025 to accelerate industry growth and foster international partnerships.

Futurise, MIGHT Launch Industry Report, Boost Malaysia's Air Mobility Ecosystem

LANGKAWI, May 21 (Bernama) -- Futurise Sdn Bhd and the Malaysian Industry-Government Group for High Technology (MIGHT) have launched the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Industry Report, a strategic step forward in shaping the future of Malaysia’s air mobility ecosystem by leveraging innovation, forward-looking regulatory insights and industry expertise to drive sustainable growth.

Public Bank Posts Higher Net Profit Of RM1.75 Bln In 1Q

KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 (Bernama) -- Public Bank Bhd reported a higher net profit of RM1.75 billion in the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 (1Q 2025) compared with RM1.65 billion in the same period last year.

Affin-AMMB Merger Will Be Dilutive Due To Significant New Shares Issuance - CIMB Securities

KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 (Bernama) -- CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd expects the potential merger between Affin Bank Bhd and AMMB Holdings Bhd to entail significant issuance of new shares, which will likely be quite dilutive.

M'sia To Host WITEX And WCAF 2025, Global Showcase Of Islamic Tourism, Trade And Culture

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is set to host the World Islamic Tourism & Trade Expo (WITEX 2025) and the inaugural World Cultural & Arts Festival (WCAF 2025) from Aug 22 to 24 at Sunway Resort Hotel, Bandar Sunway, showcasing a vibrant convergence of Islamic tourism, global trade, culture and the arts.

MIGHT Launches Four Strategic Reports To Guide Policymakers, Investors And Industry Players

LANGKAWI, May 20 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Industry-Government Group for High Technology (MIGHT) has launched four strategic industry reports aimed at guiding policymakers, investors, and industry players in identifying opportunities, risks, and mitigation strategies.

Nippon Express Holdings Expands In Bangladesh With CCBL Investment

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Nippon Express Holdings Inc has acquired a 20 per cent stake in Cold Chain Bangladesh Limited (CCBL), a domestic logistics company based in Dhaka, through its subsidiary Nippon Express (South Asia & Oceania) Pte Ltd.

Six Banks Commit To Advancing Financial Facilitation In JS-SEZ -- Rafizi

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Six banks signed a letter of intent (LOI) today with the Ministry of Economy, advancing financial facilitation to support the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), said Economy Minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli.

Maybank To Support JS-SEZ And Facilitate Up To RM2.35 Bln In Client Investments

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Malayan Banking Bhd (Maybank) has signed a letter of intent (LOI) with the Ministry of Economy to support the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) and facilitate up to RM2.35 billion in client investments over the next three to 10 years.