Understanding Supply Chain Shocks Amid Hormuz Disruptions is ASEAN's Key Challenge

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- Understanding how global energy shocks transmit through production and supply chain networks is the key policy challenge for ASEAN economies, particularly in the wake of disruptions linked to the Iran-Strait of Hormuz.

Rising Costs Across The Energy Value Chain Limit Petronas’ Profits

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- The surge in global oil prices following the conflict in West Asia does not necessarily lead to extraordinary profits, as cost increases also occur across the entire energy value chain, said Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas).

Govt Raises Pepper Industry Allocation To RM45.8 Mln In 2026 -- Noraini

BATU PAHAT, March 9 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities has increased the allocation for the development of the pepper industry to RM45.8 million in 2026 under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), compared to RM21.4 million last year.

Middle East Tensions Rattle Markets; Malaysia’s Strong Fundamentals Offer Buffer, Says Economist

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 (Bernama) -- The Middle East conflict, particularly disruptions along the Strait of Hormuz, has triggered heightened volatility in global markets, with investors shifting towards safe-haven assets amid concerns over energy supply security.

Malaysia Refining Palm Oil Market Strategies Amid Growing Demand From Africa - Johari

PETALING JAYA, July 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysian palm oil products are experiencing rising demand for industrial applications, particularly in food processing from the Sub-Saharan African region, said Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani.

Petronas Should Adapt To New Energy Transition Demands Amid Economic And Geopolitical Uncertainties

By Kamarul Ariffin Md Yasin & Siti Nurhana Shafirah Mat Nazir

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) must face new demands in the energy transition era to remain relevant amid current economic uncertainties and geopolitical tensions.

SST Expansion Helps Protect Local Fruit Industry - Pineapple Growers

PONTIAN, June 13 (Bernama) – The government’s initiative to expand the scope of the Sales and Service Tax (SST) by imposing a five per cent sales tax on all imported fruits has been described by pineapple growers in Johor as a proactive move to protect the local fruit industry.

SST Scope Expansion A Boost To National Pineapple Industry - LPNM

JOHOR BAHRU, June 11 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Pineapple Industry Board (LPNM) is optimistic that the reviewed and expanded Sales and Service Tax (SST), which comes into effect on July 1, 2025, will positively impact the growth of the national pineapple industry.

Malaysian Cocoa Board To Enhance Cocoa Industry's Competitiveness Via R&D

KOTA KINABALU, May 26 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian government, through the Malaysian Cocoa Board (MCB), plays a key role in driving cocoa research and development (R&D) to boost the industry’s competitiveness.

MPOB: 25 Years Of Leading Malaysian Oil Palm Industry Transformation – From Laboratory To Plantation, From Plantation To The World

PUTRAJAYA, May 2 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) is committed to continue leading the development of the country's oil palm industry towards a smarter, more sustainable and competitive one, in line with the national agenda of empowering the green economy and digitalisation.

Pantech Global Not Expected To Be Affected By US Tariffs On Steel, Aluminium

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 10 (Bernama) -- Pantech Global Bhd is not expected to be affected by US President Donald Trump’s plan to impose a 25 per cent tariff on all steel and aluminium imports.

Rafizi Envisions Malaysia Producing Chips And Graphics Processing Units In 5-10 Years

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 9 (Bernama) -- Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli today envisions the nation developing ‘Made by Malaysia’ chips and graphics processing units (GPU) in the next five to 10 years.