IMFC-J, A Game-changer In Johor's Investment Landscape - Onn Hafiz

JOHOR BAHRU, Feb 18 (Bernama) -- The Investment Malaysia Facilitation Centre Johor (IMFC-J) is a game-changer in the investment landscape of the state, said Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi.

MDEC To Push For 25.5 Pct Digital Economy Contribution To Malaysia's GDP By End-2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) will support Malaysia to achieve or surpass the 25.5 per cent digital economy contribution to gross domestic product (GDP) by the end of 2025, said its chief executive officer (CEO) Anuar Fariz Fadzil.

Malaysia Leads ASEAN In Expanding Affordable Housing -- Juwai IQI

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is an ASEAN leader in successfully expanding access to affordable housing, though it has limited resources to dedicate to the segment, according to Juwai IQI.

Malaysia Continues To Take Proactive Steps To Ensure Economic And Trade Interests Remain Strong

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18 (Bernama) --  Malaysia will continue to take proactive steps to ensure the country’s economic and trade interests remain strong on the global stage, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

PM Anwar’s Bahrain Visit To Strengthen Bilateral Ties And Extend ASEAN Summit Invitation

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18 (Bernama) – Total trade between Malaysia and Bahrain expanded to RM1.19 billion (US$260 million) in 2024, compared to RM1.5 billion (US$330 million) in 2023.

SC Unveils Regulatory Sandbox Guidelines to Facilitate Innovation

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 17 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has released its regulatory sandbox guidelines, outlining the eligibility criteria and requirements for participation.

Petronas Unit Monitoring Low Production Of Oil And Gas In Peninsular Malaysia

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 17 (Bernama) -- Petroliam Nasional Bhd's (Petronas) wholly-owned subsidiary Petronas Energy & Gas Trading (PEGT) is closely monitoring the low oil and gas production in Peninsular Malaysia and proactively collaborating with stakeholders to ensure a continued and stable gas supply in the country. 

Strong GDP Growth Proves Effectiveness Of MADANI Economic Policies - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR,  Feb 15 (Bernama) -- The strong gross domestic product (GDP) growth of 5.1 per cent in 2024 is a testament to the effectiveness of the MADANI Economy policies, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Thai PM: Economic Corridor Crucial To US$30 Bln Trade Target With Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 15 (Bernama) -- Thailand and Malaysia are accelerating efforts to unlock the full potential of cross-border trade and investment, aiming to establish a thriving economic corridor along their shared border.

CPO Futures End Higher On Strong CBOT Soybean Oil

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher on Friday, supported by the stronger performance of soybean oil on the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT), a dealer said.

Sarawak Energy Commissions Malaysia’s First Utility-Scale Battery Storage System

KUCHING, Feb 14 (Bernama) -- Sarawak Energy Bhd (SEB) has commissioned Malaysia’s first utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at the Sejingkat Power Plant.  

ASEAN On Track To Become World's Fourth-Largest Economy By 2030 -- Nik Nazmi

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 (Bernama) -- ASEAN is on track to become the world's fourth-largest economy by 2030, but growth must be inclusive to ensure that all communities benefit, said Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister, Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad.