Proton e.MAS 7 Deployed As Official EV For ASEAN Economic Ministers Retreat

KOTA TINGGI, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has deployed 27 units of the Proton e.MAS 7, Malaysia’s first national electric vehicle (EV) as the official transport for the 31st ASEAN Economic Ministers’ (AEM) Retreat in Desaru.

Govt, BNM Continue To Strengthen Trade And Investment Mechanisms In Local Currency

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) – The government and Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) will continue to strengthen and improve existing channels and mechanisms to facilitate trade and investment transactions in the local currency.

Bursa Malaysia Rebounds To End At Intraday High On Bargain Hunting, Ci Up 1.32 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia snapped two days of losses to end at its intraday high today, with the composite index gaining 1.32 per cent, driven by bargain hunting following the recent heavy sell-off. 

Gambus Replica, Kain Benang Johor Presented As Souvenirs For ASEAN Delegates

JOHOR BAHRU, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Delegates at the 31st ASEAN Economic Ministers’ Retreat (AEM), in Desaru, Kota Tinggi, will receive exclusive souvenirs featuring a replica of gambus, a traditional musical instrument, and Kain Benang Johor fabric.

ICW, BuildXpo 2025 Aims To Reach RM700 Mln In Sales This Year

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Following a successful year generating RM654 million in sales, the International Construction Week (ICW) and the Malaysia International Building and Construction Industry Exhibition (BuildXpo) 2025 aim to achieve a projected sales target of at least RM700 million this year.

Malta Tops Global Citizenship Index, Greece Leads Residence Rankings In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Malta has maintained its position at the top of the 2025 Global Citizenship Program Index for the 10th consecutive year, while Greece climbed to the top of the 2025 Global Residence Program Index for the first time, underscoring the dominance of European investment migration programmes.

MITI Commits To Steel Industry Sustainability, Engages Industry Players

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has reaffirmed its commitment to restructuring Malaysia’s steel industry to enhance sustainability, recognising it as a strategic sector for the country.

In-depth Study To Be Conducted To Consider Feasibility Of Detailed Reporting Of Insurance Policy Profit And Loss

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- A more in-depth study will be conducted to consider the feasibility of detailed reporting on the profit and loss of each medical insurance policy, said Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying.

Dodol Makndak Aims To Open Factory This Year To Boost Production

KOTA TINGGI, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Dodol Makndak, a micro-business operated by a female entrepreneur in Pontian, aims to open a mini-factory this year to boost production.

ASEAN Must Expand Economic Zones At Member State Borders - Economist

By Ahmad Erwan Othman and Norsyafawati Ab Wahab

KOTA TINGGI, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia, as the chair of ASEAN 2025, needs to promote the establishment of cross-border economic zones among members to enhance economic potential among their neighbouring countries, similar to the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) model.

ASEAN Must Build Resilient Supply Chains To Navigate Geostrategic Shifts – PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 -- ASEAN must build a robust and resilient supply chain ecosystem within the region to withstand looming geostrategic challenges, such as the recent tariffs imposed by the United States and the counter-tariffs by those on the receiving end, said Prime Minister  Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

BPMB To Provide RM18.5 Mln Financing For Affordable Housing Project In Penang

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Bhd (BPMB) has signed an RM18.5 million Tawarruq Financing Facility agreement with Firma Atasan Sdn Bhd to support the first phase of the Juru Hills Affordable Housing Project in Penang.