SC Selects Six Firms For Inaugural Capital Market Sandbox

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 26 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has selected six participants for the inaugural cohort of its regulatory sandbox.

Malaysia, Singapore To Set Up Committee To Strengthen Bilateral Coordination And Drive JS-SEZ

JOHOR BAHRU, Nov 25 (Bernama) – Malaysia and Singapore have agreed to establish the Johor–Singapore Cooperation Ministerial Committee (JSCMC), replacing the Joint Ministerial Committee for Iskandar Malaysia (JMCIM).

Malaysia Secures Export Sales Worth RM432.18 Mln At Saudi Build 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 25  (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) has secured impressive sales totalling RM432.18 million at the 35th Saudi Build 2025, comprising RM251.26 million from the Malaysia Pavilion and RM180.92 million from business-matching sessions.

Dubai Eyes Fintech, Islamic Finance As Growth Opportunities For Malaysian Companies

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 25 (Bernama) — The United Arab Emirates (UAE), particularly Dubai, sees financial technology (fintech) and Islamic finance as emerging priority sectors and is encouraging Malaysian companies to tap into these opportunities.

PM Anwar’s African Visit Beefs Up Ties With Global South, Carving Out Pathways To New Markets

NAIROBI (Kenya), Nov 25 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s visit to three African countries in a continent which is increasingly being described as “young and fast” for its vibrant demographics and rising potential is a testament to Putrajaya’s commitment to strengthening ties with the Global South and positioning Malaysia strategically as a trusted partner in an increasingly multipolar world.

Asia Boards Rank AI Adoption Top Priority For 2026 - Diligent

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 25 (Bernama) -- Almost half of governance leaders in Asia (48 per cent) are prioritising artificial intelligence (AI) adoption as a top strategic focus for 2026, according to the APAC Governance Outlook 2026 report by the Diligent Institute.

Penang Targets 47 Pct Cruise Passenger Growth In 2026 -- PPC Chairman

GEORGE TOWN, Nov 25 (Bernama) -- Penang is steering towards robust expansion in its cruise tourism sector, with passenger numbers projected to rise by 47 per cent in 2026, driven by expanded homeporting, strengthened regional itineraries and intensified destination marketing.

Kenyan Businesses To Get Special Treatment - PM Anwar

From M. Saraswathi

NAIROBI, Nov 24 (Bernama) -- Kenyan businesses will get special treatment from Malaysia on the grounds of friendship as well as the immense potential for trade between both countries, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today.

Malaysia Boosts Ties With Kenya, Scraps Tariffs On Latter's Agri Products

From M. Saraswathi

NAIROBI, Nov 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Kenya have agreed to elevate their long-standing bilateral relations to a strategic partnership, marking a historic milestone in the two nations’ 60-year diplomatic ties.

ECRL Project Hits 89 Pct Completion As Of October 2025 -- MRL CEO

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 24 (Bernama) -- The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project has recorded an overall progress of 89 per cent as of October 2025, according to Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd (MRL) chief executive officer Datuk Seri Darwis Abdul Razak.

Premier Abang Johari Unveils RM12.9 Bln Sarawak Budget For 2026

KUCHING, Nov 24 (Bernama) -- Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg today unveiled a RM12.9 billion Budget for 2026, comprising RM7.3 billion for development expenditure and RM5.6 billion for operating expenditure.

Malaysia Eyes Larger Share Of South Korea’s Halal Food Market

SEOUL, Nov 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s halal products are poised to gain a stronger foothold in South Korea’s fast-growing convenience and premium food sector, driven by rising demand for halal, organic and sustainably sourced goods.