Government Policies
Selangor Launches MamaKerja 2.0 to Support Working Mothers
Selangor launches MamaKerja 2.0, easing childcare costs with RM1,000 aid for working mothers, targeting 10,000 beneficiaries statewide.
Tag: Malaysia
Energy
Malaysia’s Energy Transition Shifts Towards Greater Efficiency
Malaysia’s NEEAP 2.0 targets lower energy demand by 2035, creating opportunities across energy management, efficiency upgrades, retrofits and equipment replacement.
Business News
BlaBlaCar Launches Carpooling Platform in Malaysia
BlaBlaCar enters Malaysia with its carpooling platform, offering motorists a cost-sharing option amid rising fuel costs while complementing public transport infrastructure.
Business News
Proposed US Curbs May Boost Malaysia’s Optical Supply Chain
Malaysia’s technology sector may benefit as proposed US restrictions encourage optical transceiver supply chain diversification away from China toward regional hubs.
Business News
Malaysia Courts Central Asian Medical Tourists Through Healthcare Collaboration
Malaysia welcomed healthcare professionals from Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan to strengthen medical tourism ties, showcase its healthcare excellence, encourage referrals, and expand long-term partnerships across…
Business News
Malaysia’s 2Q26 GDP Expected to Stay Strong Ahead of Official Release
Malaysia's economy is expected to post solid second quarter growth, supported by resilient domestic demand, investment and exports, with official GDP figures due on…
Ringgit
Ringgit Holds Steady Despite Softer US Dollar, Short-Term Risks Persist
Malaysia's ringgit remained resilient in July despite a weaker US dollar, though analysts expect near-term pressure from market volatility, geopolitical uncertainty and persistent expectations…
Business News
Malaysia Rises as Global Business Events Hub
Malaysia strengthened its global meetings industry profile after improved ICCA rankings, with Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre driving international conferences, economic growth, knowledge exchange and…
Business News
Malaysia Emerges as Regional Real Estate Growth Hub, Says JLL
Malaysia is well positioned to benefit from Southeast Asia's structural transformation, with cross-border corridors, data centres and industrial diversification expected to drive long-term real…
Manufacturing
Malaysia’s Manufacturing Holds Steady as Export Orders Support July Growth
Malaysia’s manufacturing sector maintained steady expansion in July as stronger export orders supported production, although supply chain disruptions, rising costs and weaker business confidence…
Politics
King’s Diplomacy Strengthens Russia-Malaysia Relations Ahead of 60th Anniversary
Malaysia and Russia deepen diplomatic ties ahead of their 60th anniversary, enhancing collaboration in trade, culture, and politics.
Kaspersky
Smartphones Hold Sensitive Data, But Security Habits Lag
Kaspersky survey shows smartphones dominate internet use, storing sensitive data, but users’ security habits lag, raising urgent need for protection.
Business News
Malaysia, Taiwan Seal RM7 Million Bioeconomy Partnerships
Four Malaysian companies received six approvals for ARM technology, enhancing local innovation and positioning in the semiconductor market.
Business News
CBH Engineering Sees Strong Data Centre-Driven Growth
Four Malaysian companies received six approvals for ARM technology, enhancing local innovation and positioning in the semiconductor market.
Business News
The 2H2026 Mix & Match Playbook: Navigating Malaysian Equities With Growth and Yield
Four Malaysian companies received six approvals for ARM technology, enhancing local innovation and positioning in the semiconductor market.
Business News
Consumer Sector Stays Positive as Retail Demand Holds Firm Despite Cost Pressures
The ringgit recovered against the dollar as the Fed's softened outlook eased pressure on emerging currencies.