Economic

Sarawak, South Korea Forge Strategic Alliance To Drive Next-generation AI Chip Innovation

KUCHING, Oct 20 (Bernama) -- SMD Semiconductor Sdn Bhd, a wholly owned company of the Sarawak government, has teamed up with South Korea’s Rebellions Inc, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) chipmaker, to advance AI chip design and semiconductor development, positioning Sarawak at the forefront of Asia’s fast-growing AI landscape.

AirAsia X To Acquire A321neo, A321LR Planes In 2H 2026 For Medium-Haul Expansion

From Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

TASHKENT, Oct 20 (Bernama) -- AirAsia X Bhd plans to expand its fleet by acquiring smaller aircraft, including new engine options (NEO) and long-range (LR) models, as part of its strategy to strengthen its presence in medium-haul markets.

ANPR Technology: The Future Of Toll Payment Systems In Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 (Bernama) -- The adoption of Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) technology is gaining significant momentum in Malaysia, particularly within the Klang Valley, where it has become a staple in parking facilities and access control systems at commercial buildings. 

Priority Economic Deliverables Hallmark Of Malaysia's Leadership As ASEAN Chair 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 (Bernama) – Malaysia can hold its head high as its chairmanship of ASEAN 2025 draws to a close this year for having set in motion initiatives to drive regional integration, engage more with dialogue partners and fortify the grouping’s economic pillar.

Govt Fiscal Policy To Balance Economic Growth And People’s Needs, Says Treasury Sec-gen

PUTRAJAYA, Oct 20 (Bernama) -- The government's fiscal policy remains committed to supporting the country's development objectives while ensuring that the well-being of the people continues  to be a top priority, Treasury secretary-general Datuk Johan Mahmood Merican said.

Mid-tier Companies Urged To Invest In People For Global Competitiveness -- MCMTC

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- Mid-tier companies (MTCs) are urged to invest in human capital apart from focusing solely on machines or technology to strengthen their global competitiveness, said the Malaysian Consortium of Mid-Tier Companies (MCMTC) honorary president Callum Chen.

BUDI95: 300 Litres Sufficient For Normal Use -- Treasury Sec-gen

PUTRAJAYA, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- Based on the government data, the 300-litre petrol subsidy quota provided under the BUDI MADANI RON95 (BUDI95) programme is sufficient for normal personal use, said Treasury secretary-general Datuk Johan Mahmood Merican.

PERDA's Expert 2025 Hits RM2 Mln aim, Boosts Digital Transformation Of Entrepreneurs

TASEK GELUGOR, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- The PERDA Expo (Expert) held at Midtown Perda Kubang Menerong here, since last Thursday, has successfully exceeded the target of securing RM2 million in sales and contracts, in addition to attracting more than 75,000 visitors. 

YTL Construction Bags National Occupational Safety & Health Excellence Award 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 (Bernama) -- YTL Construction has received the National Occupational Safety and Health Excellence Award 2025 in the Construction (Building Operations) category from the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), in recognition of the company’s continuous commitment to ensuring a safe work culture at every construction site.

Bursa Malaysia Gets SC Notification On New Annual Regulatory Fee, Derivatives Levy

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia Bhd has received notification from the Securities Commission (SC) on the new annual fixed regulatory fee of RM28 million and the derivatives levy to be paid to the SC.

SHB Opens First Overseas Manufacturing Facility In Johor With RM600 Mln Investment

JOHOR BAHRU, Oct 17 (Bernama) – Automotive motor manufacturer SHB today opened its first overseas manufacturing facility in the Senai Airport City (SAC) Free Zone, with an investment of RM600 million.

MATRADE NEA 2025: National Recognition for Leading Malaysian Exporters

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) today launched the National Export Awards (NEA) 2025 to recognise outstanding Malaysian exporters and reinforce the country’s ambition to lead as a globally competitive, service-ready and sustainability-driven trading nation.