COP30: TNB A Critical Enabler To Advance Regional Energy Cooperation Via ASEAN Power Grid

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29  (Bernama) -- As one of the key utilities within the ASEAN Power Grid (APG) initiative, Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) will remain as a critical enabler of ASEAN’s shared energy transition, positioning cross-border interconnection as a vital driver of regional energy integration.

Malaysia Secures RM54.13 Bln Approved Digital Investments In 3Q 2025 -- MDEC

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29 (Bernama) -- Malaysia recorded RM54.13 billion in approved Malaysia Digital (MD) investments in the third quarter of 2025 (3Q 2025), generating 21,815 high-value jobs across 402 digital companies, said the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC).

Ringgit Ends Slightly Lower Vs Greenback On Fed Rate Outlook Caution

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended marginally lower against the US dollar and other major currencies on Monday as traders and investors remained cautious ahead of the United States Federal Reserve (US Fed) interest rate outlook for next year.

FMM Calls For Greater Cost Competitiveness To Support Manufacturing Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29 (Bernama) -- The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturing (FMM) has called on the government to strengthen Malaysia’s cost competitiveness to support manufacturing growth as the country ushers in 2026.

Bursa Malaysia’s Key Index Ends Higher Near 16-month Peak

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s key index recovered from intraday losses to close 0.23 per cent higher on Monday, edging closer to a 16-month peak amid steady institutional demand.

Rubber Market Ends Higher On Ringgit Support, Firmer Oil Prices

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market closed higher on Monday, supported by a weaker ringgit against the US dollar and firmer crude oil prices, a dealer said.

Maxis Fully Restores Services Affected By Tower Fire In Kuala Kangsar

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29 (Bernama) -- Maxis Bhd has fully restored services for customers affected by the fire incident at its telecommunications tower site in Kampung Kelebor, Kuala Kangsar, two days ago.

PNB Merdeka Ventures Appoints Izwan Hasli As CEO

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29 (Bernama) -- PNB Merdeka Ventures Sdn Bhd (PNBMV), the developer of the Merdeka 118 precinct in Kuala Lumpur, has appointed Datuk Ir Ts Izwan Hasli Mohd Ibrahim as its new chief executive officer (CEO), effective Jan 1, 2026.

Wuxiang New District Emerges As Engine For China-ASEAN Economic Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29 (Bernama) -- Wuxiang New District of Nanning, the core zone of the "Nanning Channel" for China-ASEAN exchanges, is leveraging multiple national-level opening-up platforms and serving as a financial gateway orientated toward ASEAN.

Dmitry Shubov Consulting Guides Southeast Asian Legal Tech Startups Into US Market

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29 (Bernama) -- A new generation of legal technology entrepreneurs from Southeast Asia is looking to enter the United States (US) market as the region’s business-to-business digital commerce sector is projected to reach US$130 billion by 2026. (US$1=RM4.04)

Australia Eyes Increased Investment And Trade With Malaysia Next Year

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26  (Bernama) -- Australia is eyeing an increase in investment and trade with Malaysia next year, said Australian High Commissioner to Malaysia, Danielle Heinecke.

Tanco's Unit Appoints Hong Kong Firm To Operate Smart AI Container Port In Port Dickson

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- Tanco Holdings Bhd’s 79 per cent-owned subsidiary, Midports Holdings Sdn Bhd (MHSB), has appointed Hong Kong-based Ocean Bridge International Ports Management Co Ltd (OBIPM) as the operator of the smart artificial intelligence (AI) container port project in Port Dickson.