Petronas Drives New Momentum In Strengthening Malaysia-Turkmenistan Ties Through Strategic Cooperation

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Petroliam Nasional Bhd's (Petronas) expanding role in Turkmenistan has emerged as a key pillar of renewed Malaysia-Turkmenistan relations, following Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's recent official visit to the Central Asian nation, with the national oil and gas company’s long-standing presence continuing to open new avenues for energy cooperation, economic growth and broader bilateral collaboration.

FDI Inflows, Overseas Expansion Reflect Malaysia’s Growing Economic Strength – Economists

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s ability to attract strong foreign direct investment (FDI) while domestic companies continue expanding overseas underscores the country’s growing economic strength, competitiveness and investor confidence in the country’s long-term prospects, economists said.

Anwar's Turkmenistan Visit, Petronas' New Agreements A Boon To Malaysian Companies' Credibility

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s recent visit to Turkmenistan, which saw Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) cement new agreements after a 30-year presence in the country, should be viewed as more than a diplomatic mission, economists said.

LPA Backs MPM’s Move To Position Labuan Port For International Cruise Handling

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, June 20 (Bernama) -- The Labuan Port Authority (LPA) is backing Labuan’s containerised port operator Megah Port Management Sdn Bhd (MPM) in its move to diversify its operations from core cargo handling activities to the handling of international cruise liners.

BDB Land Develops RM41.5 Mln GDV Commercial Hub In Jitra

ALOR SETAR, June 18 (Bernama) --  BDB Land Sdn Bhd (BDB Land), a wholly owned subsidiary of Bina Darulaman Bhd (BDB), is developing a new commercial centre, the Darulaman Commercial District (DCD), with a gross development value (GDV) of RM41.5 million in Bandar Darulaman, Jitra.

Selangor's Northern Corridor Has Potential To Become State's Future Economic Hub

SHAH ALAM, June 13 (Bernama) -- The Selangor State Government's focus on developing the northern corridor, which includes Hulu Selangor and Kuala Selangor, has the potential to transform the area into a new economic hub for the state.

Malaysia And ASEAN To Reap Spillover Benefits From FIFA World Cup 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is set to gain from the FIFA World Cup 2026 competition starting this week in areas such as digital commerce, media consumption, payments, logistics and cross-border business, a top foreign banker said today.

Data Centres Generate Wider Indirect Economic Spillover Benefits -- Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, June 4 (Bernama) – The misconception that data centres only generate jobs is  misplaced as they bring about wider economic benefits beyond direct employment through the ecosystems they help create, said Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

JS-SEZ To Transform Johor’s Rural Community Into AI, Digitally Literate Workforce

JOHOR BAHRU, May 26 (Bernama) -- The implementation of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) is set to transform the state’s rural landscape by adopting artificial intelligence (AI) technology and a macro-scale digital economy, starting at the grassroots level.

Perak Trade Mission To China Generates Commitments Worth RM1.6 Bln - MB

IPOH, May 25 (Bernama) -- The Perak state government trade and investment mission to China has opened up new prospects and commitments worth more than RM1.6 billion.

​SC Launches Social Exchange Platform; Aims For Accountability In Charitable Funding

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) — The launch of the Social Exchange platform by the Securities Commission (SC) will address public concerns related to charity fundraising and support social outcomes in a more organised and accountable manner.

MIDA Strengthens Nordic Engagement Through New Incentive Framework

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) is intensifying engagement with Nordic investors to position Malaysia’s New Incentive Framework (NIF) and broader facilitation ecosystem as key advantages for high-quality foreign investment.