SDEC 2024 Draws 20,000 Attendees, Generating RM100 Mln In Potential Transactions

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 8 (Bernama) -- The Selangor Smart City and Digital Economy Convention (SDEC) 2024, held from Oct 16-19, attracted over 20,000 participants and generated an estimated RM100 million in potential transactions through strategic partnerships and business engagements.

Narrowing Of Interest Rate Differentials Positive For Ringgit - BNM Governor 

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- The narrowing of interest rate differentials between Malaysia and advanced economies is positive for the ringgit amid volatility in geopolitical developments, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM). 

Petronas Signs Mous To Boost Technology Efficiency In E&P Sector

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas), through its Malaysia Petroleum Management (MPM) division, has signed two memoranda of understanding (MoUs) aimed at enhancing technology and operational efficiencies in Malaysia's exploration and production (E&P) sector.

BNM's OPR Hold Signals Positive Outlook For Investment Growth - Economists

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) decision to maintain the overnight policy rate at 3.00 per cent at its final Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting of the year reflects the central bank’s support for domestic economic growth.

Malaysia Strengthens Partnership With EU On Smart City Development 

BARCELONA, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo engaged with representatives from the European Union (EU) to share initiatives concerning Malaysia’s journey to develop digital and smart cities that enhance people’s lives.

BNM Maintains OPR Unchanged At 3.0 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 3.00 per cent at its meeting today.

Sidec: Top 10 Winners Recognised At Selangor’s ECX 2024 Final Demo Day

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- The final demo day for the second cohort of the Selangor E-Commerce Xccelerator (ECX) 2024 recognised the top 10 winners at the Selangor Information Technology and Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec).

Geely Says Once Drivers Try EVs, They Won’t Return To Petrol

HANGZHOU (China), Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining momentum globally, with China at the forefront of this shift toward eco-friendly transportation.

Malaysia's Smart City Framework Yielding Impactful Results - Gobind 

BARCELONA, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's Smart City Framework, which aims to bring local cities up to global smart city standards, is generating impactful results, as evidenced by Kuala Lumpur's impressive leap of 16 spots in the latest Institute for Management Development (IMD) Smart City Index.

Kuala Lumpur Gears Up For Southeast Asia's Inaugural Smart City Expo - Gobind

From NurulJannah Kamaruddin

BARCELONA, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will be the first Southeast Asian country to host the Smart City Expo (SCE) in Kuala Lumpur from Sept 17-19, 2025. It highlights the country’s commitment to innovation and sustainable digital city development while positioning itself as a leading nation in ASEAN. 

SMEs Set To Benefit From Tax Incentives, Initiatives In Budget 2025 - Academician

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) can navigate the evolving tax landscape, optimise their financial performance, and secure a competitive edge in the market by leveraging the measures in Budget 2025 strategically, an academician said.

MP Calls For Green Economy Focus In Malaysia's ASEAN 2025 Chairmanship

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- In view of Malaysia’s impending ASEAN chairmanship next year, the government has been urged to make the green economy as one of its main agendas.