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KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- The electrical and electronics (E&E) sector, especially semiconductors, will continue to be among the key sectors for potential investments this year, according to Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) chairman Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) — The Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry (MITI) has emphasised that there is no clause in the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) that allows external parties to override Malaysia’s laws or domestic regulations.
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo has been listed in Apolitical, the world’s largest online platform for governments, for his efforts in driving the nation’s artificial intelligence (AI), 5G and digital transformation agenda.
By Danni Haizal Danial Donald
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar as market sentiment improved amid concerns over the United States’ tariffs against the European Union (EU) and geopolitical risks, while pressures in the Japanese Government Bond (JGB) market eased.
PUTRAJAYA, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- The country's economy is currently on the right track with Malaysia continuing to be the focus of foreign investors and large companies, said MADANI Government spokesperson Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.
By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market snapped recent losses to end higher on Wednesday, supported by gains in regional rubber futures and a weaker ringgit against the US dollar.
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN+3 economy is expected to grow 4.0 per cent in 2026, according to the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO).
IPOH, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is undergoing a profound transformation as it accelerates the adoption of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), smart systems, automation, and energy efficient solutions across sectors, said Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang.
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Colgate-Palmolive announced a new multi-year collaboration with the WHO Foundation to support the World Health Organization’s global oral health initiatives.
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- A joint caucus involving key stakeholders, including the government and opposition, will be held to discuss the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) before its final ratification.
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is expected to maintain the overnight policy rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent throughout 2026, supported by subdued inflation in 2025 and steady economic growth.
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened marginally firmer against the US dollar and other major currencies on Wednesday, supported by modest demand, as traders remained cautious and monitored ongoing economic developments.
