Cockle Industry Can Generate RM34.4 Mln Annually In Sabah -- Hajiji

TUARAN, July 5 (Bernama) -- The cockle industry has the potential to generate RM34.4 million annually based on an estimated landing of 3,240 tonnes per year and a 7.6-fold return on investment in Sabah, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor.

Malaysia, Italy Strengthen Economic Ties Via Roundtable, Involving Over 100 Companies - Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, July 2 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani co-chaired the Malaysia-Italy Economic Partnership Roundtable, which brought together over 100 companies from both countries.

Malaysia Remains Committed To The Principles Of Free And Open Trade - PM Anwar

Living Wage Drive By GLCs, GLICs A Pivotal Step Towards National Wage Reform – Economists

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, July 2 (Bernama) -- The move by Government-linked Investment Companies (GLICs) and Government-linked Companies (GLCs) to implement a minimum monthly living wage of RM3,100 for 153,000 employees marks a highly significant milestone that can catalyse a broader wage reform across Malaysia’s labour market, according to economists.

RM11 Bln Deployed Under Gear-Up To Drive High-Growth Sectors - MOF

PUTRAJAYA, June 30 (Bernama) -- A total of RM11 billion has been deployed under the Government-linked Enterprises Activation and Reform Programme (GEAR-uP) as of June 30, 2025, less than a year since the initiative spearheaded by the Ministry of Finance (MOF) was launched.

Businesses Must Plan For Resilience Too, Says Tunku Naquiyuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- Given the complexity of todayʼs business environment, companies must plan for not just growth, but resilience as well, said the Tunku Laksamana and former Regent of Negeri Sembilan, Tunku Datuk Seri Utama Naquiyuddin ibni Almarhum Tuanku Ja’afar.

Fadillah Urges More Uzbek Companies, Investors To Explore Malaysian Market

From Siti Radziah Hamzah

TASHKENT, June 24 (Bernama) -- Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof today invited more Uzbek companies and investors to explore the Malaysian market.

Philippines To Build On Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship Legacy

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- The Philippines has expressed its commitment to build on Malaysia’s current ASEAN chairmanship as it prepares to lead the regional bloc in 2026 especially in strengthening regional economic cooperation and ensuring a united stance on global issues.

Policy Consistency, Political Stability Key To World Competitiveness Ranking – Economist

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s World Competitiveness Ranking (WCR) hinges on political stability and consistent policy formulation and implementation, particularly as difficult or unpopular decisions are sometimes necessary to optimise resource allocation and strengthen the country’s economic structure.

Malaysia’s Impressive WCR 2025 Leap Proves Success Of MADANI Govt's Reforms -- PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s remarkable rise in the World Competitiveness Ranking (WCR) 2025 is clear evidence that the reforms implemented by the MADANI government are yielding positive results, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Malaysia Advances 11 Spots In World Competitiveness Ranking 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has jumped 11 spots in the World Competitiveness Ranking (WCR) 2025 to 23rd place -- its best ranking since 2020 -- reflecting the progressive momentum in the country’s economic recovery and reform agenda.

SST Revision, Expansion For Equitable Taxation, Protection Of Vulnerable Groups -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 (Bernama) -- The Sales and Service Tax (SST) revision and expansion exemplify the government’s commitment to progressive and equitable taxation that strengthens fiscal position while protecting those who need it most, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan