Bursa Malaysia Kicks Off Higher, Mirrors Wall Street Gains

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened slightly higher on Tuesday, rebounding from yesterday’s decline as investors tracked an overnight rally on Wall Street.

DOSM To Develop Dashboard For Hawkers And Small Traders Nationwide

BANGI, May 19 (Bernama) -- The Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) intends to develop a dashboard for hawkers and small traders nationwide this year, as an effort to empower the community comprehensively through the provision of up-to-date and comprehensive data.

Malaysia Eyes RM3 Mln In Sales From 3-Day Rasa Malaysia Festival In Beijing 

From Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

BEIJING, May 18 (Bernama) -- The ongoing Rasa Malaysia Festival in Beijing is expected to generate between three and five million yuan (approximately RM3 million) in revenue, with more than 50 Malaysian companies showcasing local delicacies, tropical fruits, and cultural crafts.

Malaysian Delegation In China To Boost Ties In Palm Oil Sector

KUALA LUMPUR, May 18 (Bernama) – Malaysia is strengthening its strategic trade ties with China through a week-long official mission led by Deputy Minister of Plantation and Commodities Datuk Chan Foong Hin, aimed at unlocking new market potential for palm oil and promoting innovation in downstream products.

Melaka Unemployment Rate Down To 1.8 Pct In Q4 2024 - Ab Rauf

MELAKA, May 18 (Bernama) -- The unemployment rate in Melaka for the fourth quarter (Q4) of last year dropped to 1.8 per cent, down from 2.6 per cent in 2023, Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh said.

Abang Johari Calls For Sarawak Energy Restructuring To Support Expansion Plans

KUCHING, May 17 (Bernama) -- Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has called for the restructuring of the state-owned power generation and supply company, Sarawak Energy Bhd (SEB) to support the state's expansion in energy production and supply.

Anwar-Putin Camaraderie Seen As Strategic, Mutually Rewarding In A Polarised Global Landscape

By M. Saraswathi

KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 (Bernama) -- Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s just-ended official visit to Russia, with the highlight being the obviously cordial welcome accorded by President Vladimir Putin to the Prime Minister, certainly sends a powerful message and shows commitment at the highest levels to strengthen bilateral ties between Malaysia and Russia.

PM Anwar To Deliver Keynote Address On Digitalisation At KazanForum

By Sharifah Hunaini Syed Ismail

KAZAN (Tatarstan),  May 16 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will deliver a digitalisation-themed keynote address at the 16th International Economic Forum “Russia-Islamic World: KazanForum” (KazanForum 2025), marking the highlight of his official visit to the Russian Federation on its final day.

PM Anwar Says Tatarstan Has Enormous Potential, Ready To Develop Ties With It

KAZAN (Tatarstan) May 15 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the Republic of Tatarstan has enormous potential and that Malaysia is ready to discuss trade and economic issues with it, such as Islamic banking and the halal industry in Kazan, the capital of the republic.

 Anwar Slams Unilateral Decisions By Some Countries As Sheer Display Of Power And Arrogance, Ignoring Interests Of Small Nations

KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today slammed unilateral decisions taken by some countries, as it is a sheer display of power and arrogance and does not take into account the interests, especially of small countries.

PM Anwar Invites Russian Airlines, Including Aeroflot, To Resume Direct Flights To Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 (Bernama) --- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has invited Russian airlines, including Aeroflot, to resume direct flights to Malaysia as soon as possible.

Urban Renewal Act Offers Significant Benefits, Overhang Remains A Concern -- Propertyguru Malaysia

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad and Nur Atiq Maisarah Suhaimi

KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 (Bernama) -- The Urban Renewal Act, expected to be tabled in Parliament this July, could bring significant benefits such as preserving heritage, revitalising communities and generating economic impact, said PropertyGuru Malaysia country manager Kenneth Soh.