Audi Begins Assembly Of Audi Q7 SUV In Pekan, Pahang

PEKAN, April 24 (Bernama) -- Audi has started assembling its first SUV in Southeast Asia at its Pekan plant in Pahang, the group’s only Audi production facility in the region, a statement said.

Seven Pahang GLCs Report Profits In 2023

KUANTAN, April 22 (Bernama) -- Seven Pahang government-linked companies (GLCs) recorded profits in 2023 based on audited financial statements, Pahang Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail told the state legislative assembly today.

LPPB Raises Concern Over Rising Construction Material Costs

KOTA KINABALU, April 12 (Bernama) -- Sabah Housing and Urban Development Authority (LPPB) today raised concerns over surging prices of construction materials such as cement, bricks, fertilisers and timber, which have recorded significant increases since January.

Strengthening Semiconductor Regulations Sends Positive Message To Global Market – MSIA

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, March 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s commitment to tightening regulations on semiconductors sends a positive message to the global market, especially the United States (US), as it demonstrates the country’s seriousness in addressing security concerns.

BNM: Decentralised Reserves Bolster Malaysia’s External Position

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) – Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) said its long-standing policy of decentralising international reserves had led to the accumulation of sizeable non-reserve external assets, strengthening Malaysia’s external position.

Malaysia’s Tech Sector Earnings To Grow This Year Amid Tariff Headwinds -- Analysts

KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s technology (tech) sector earnings are projected to grow this year, riding on stronger demand and overall recovery in the semiconductor space amid the United States (US) tariff headwinds, said analysts.

Anwar: RM1.1 Bln Sapura Energy Injection A Loan, Not A Sunk Cost

PUTRAJAYA, March 13 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised that the RM1.1 billion injection into Sapura Energy Bhd (SEB) is a loan, not a sunk cost, and must be repaid.  

Malaysia-Arm Deal To Drive Semiconductor Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, March 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's partnership with United Kingdom-based Arm Holdings Plc (ARM) will help to elevate Malaysia into a high-value economy, igniting the front-end semiconductor ecosystem while fostering growth of local semiconductor firms over the long term.

Penang Grows As Premier Wedding, MICE Hub For South Indians, Eyes Kollywood Shoots

CHENNAI, March 5 (Bernama) -- Penang is quickly becoming a sought-after destination for weddings and meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE), particularly attracting Indian visitors, especially from South India.

MITI To Engage With Proton, Geely On Supply Chain Issues

KUALA LUMPUR, 20 Feb (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) will hold an engagement session with Proton Holdings Bhd and Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co Ltd (Geely) to discuss supply chain-related issues.

25 Pct US Tariff Poses Challenge For Malaysia — Mohamad Hasan

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- United States (US) President Donald Trump's decision to impose a 25 per cent tariff on automotive, semiconductor and pharmaceutical imports will be a challenge for Malaysia.

Taiwan's ASE Opens 5th Semiconductor Plant In Penang

GEORGE TOWN, Feb 18 (Bernama) -- Taiwan’s ASE Technology Holding Co Ltd has officially opened its fifth plant in Penang for chip packaging and testing.