Business News
Trump Backs VP Vance as Likely 2028 GOP Presidential Nominee
US President Trump indicates Vice President JD Vance is likely the Republican 2028 nominee, suggesting a partnership with Marco Rubio would be strong.
Category: Politics
Bursa Malaysia
13MP Unlikely to Boost Markets Near-Term: Analysts
Malaysia’s 13MP offers long-term positives, but lacks near-term catalysts, with potential mixed impacts across construction, consumer, property, energy, and labour-reliant secto
Cybersecurity
ISIS Propaganda Targets Singapore and Indonesia, Stokes Regional Tensions
Rising ISIS propaganda, online radicalization, and targeted threats in Southeast Asia, are tied to local grievances and regional conflict
Artificial Intelligence
RM611 Billion 13th Malaysia Plan to Drive Inclusive, AI-Powered Growth
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim launched the 13th Malaysia Plan, a RM611 billion investment roadmap focusing on sustainability, technology, and economic diversification for 2026-2030.
ASEAN
Paetongtarn Slams Cambodia for Ceasefire Breach, Calls Actions “Ungentlemanly”
Thai PM Paetongtarn condemned Cambodia’s ceasefire breach, calling it “ungentlemanly” and vowed to alert peace deal witnesses.
Business News
Mahathir challenges Anwar on Batu Puteh as calls for PMX to quit grow louder
Mahathir challenges Anwar on Batu Puteh; thousands protest in KL over rising costs, broken promises, and stalled reforms.
Business News
Thailand-Cambodia Border Clashes Enter Third Day, Death Toll Rises to 33
Thailand and Cambodia clash for third day over border dispute, leaving 33 dead and over 170,000 people displaced or evacuated.
Accounting
Lee Lam Thye: Act Now on Auditor-General’s Report or Risk Normalising Mismanagement
Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye urges action against financial mismanagement in Malaysia’s public sector, calling for accountability, enhanced audits, and transparency improvements.
ASEAN
Cambodia Blames Thailand for Failed Ceasefire Despite Malaysia’s Mediation Effort
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet blames Thailand for backing out of a ceasefire proposed by Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim.
Business News
FMM Warns Ad Hoc Public Holiday Could Cost Manufacturers RM1 Billion
The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers warns that adding September 15 as a holiday may lead to RM1 billion losses and disrupt manufacturing productivity.
Business News
Syed Saddiq: Silence on Farhash Sabah Mining Licence Risks Public Trust Erosion
Syed Saddiq warned Parliament that failing to clarify Farhash's alleged mining licence link could erode public trust in government.
Business News
Unity strong in Madani gov’t claims Anwar
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim highlighted government unity among coalition partners, emphasizing cooperation for national prosperity and grassroots engagement.
Business News
Anwar Denies Judicial Interference Amid New Chief Justice Appointment
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim rejected judicial interference claims, defending recent appointments as official and emphasizing judicial independence amid public pressure.
Business News
No Property Bubble in Johor, Says Housing Minister Nga Kor Ming
Housing Minister Nga Kor Ming assures Malaysia's property market is stable, dismissing bubble speculation, with significant transaction growth expected.
Business News
One Year On: Starmer Trades Bold Promises for Cautious Progress as Public Patience Wears Thin
One year into office, Keir Starmer shows steady leadership but faces criticism for broken promises, diluted reforms, and slow delivery on key campaign pledges.
Business News
Trump Nominates Controversial Alpha Male Nick Adams as Malaysia Envoy
Trump nominates Nick Adams as Malaysia ambassador despite his anti-Islam remarks and controversial “alpha male” persona stirring criticism.