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As PH announces Johor PRN Ke-16 candidates at Bukit Gambir tonight, business communities are watching to see whether the slate reflects economic policy competence.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will officially launch the LRT3 Shah Alam Line on June 28, marking the completion of the 37.8-kilometre transit corridor spanning from Bandar Utama to Johan Setia with 20 stations.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for Malaysia to rapidly develop its unmanned aerial vehicle and drone sector, emphasising the technology's role in driving innovation and economic growth across multiple industries.
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A confidential information leak threatens to derail negotiations between Petronas and Petros, Malaysia's state-owned oil companies, according to testimony presented to the court this week.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has announced plans to establish affordable housing developments nationwide for civil servants, addressing longstanding concerns about accommodation costs and workforce retention in the public sector.
Malaysia's government has exempted Service Tax on service charges and sinking fund contributions for non-residential buildings starting July 1, 2026, providing relief to property owners and management bodies facing operational cost pressures.
The 12-nation CPTPP has endorsed a US-Iran agreement aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ensuring safe passage, responding to concerns about disruptions to energy trade and global supply chains.
Bank Negara Malaysia has unveiled the Semak Kasih portal, designed to assist beneficiaries in identifying unclaimed insurance policies and takaful certificates. The initiative addresses an estimated 50,000 unclaimed death benefit claims worth substantial sums to Malaysian families.
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Malaysia's Cabinet has scheduled a dedicated committee meeting on foreign workers for next week, to be led by Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. The move addresses growing labour pressures across multiple sectors.
Pengurusan Aset Air Berhad marks its 20th anniversary with RM46.88 billion in financing and infrastructure investments, positioning itself as a cornerstone of Malaysia's water security strategy.
Ajinomoto (Malaysia) Berhad has partnered with prominent Saudi chefs Fadi Mneimneh and Rakan Aloraifi to accelerate its Middle East expansion, leveraging their influence to promote halal-certified products and umami-driven cuisine innovation.
Petronas is leveraging its established presence in Turkmenistan to strengthen Malaysia-Turkmenistan relations following Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's recent diplomatic visit to the Central Asian nation.
A new global survey reveals that 52% of consumers are prepared to pay a seven per cent premium for brands demonstrating transparency in their artificial intelligence practices. Germany shows the strongest demand for AI clarity, while nearly half of consumers have taken action affecting company revenue over data concerns.
The Malaysian Press Institute has gathered RM1.037 million in contributions and sponsorships for Malaysia Press Night 2026, scheduled for next month with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim confirmed to attend.
Malaysia's fuel supplies will remain stable and adequate until August, according to government assurances based on Petronas data. The oil giant supplies roughly half the nation's domestic fuel requirements through its subsidiary, with a dedicated crisis management team now overseeing energy security.
Malaysia's labour market remains stable with declining job losses and increased employment placements, according to Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah, who highlighted robust workforce participation and successful redeployment initiatives.
Malaysia and Uzbekistan are strengthening agricultural cooperation through technology transfer and food security initiatives. Both nations aim to leverage complementary strengths in smart farming, aquaculture, and sustainable production methods.
Malaysia is developing comprehensive legislation to enhance e-commerce platform accountability and safeguard local micro, small and medium enterprises from unfair competition and counterfeit goods sold by foreign cross-border sellers.
The Malaysian Association of Employment Agencies has unveiled an insurance programme providing employers with RM5,000 abscondment coverage and domestic workers with medical protection, filling gaps left by existing schemes.