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By Mikhail Raj Abdullah
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia can leverage its mature digital infrastructure and skilled workforce to become the focal point for regional headquarters of multinational companies (MNCs) and high-skilled services and manufacturing.
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 5 (Bernama) -- The electrical and electronics (E&E) segment has recorded the highest realised investment performance of RM4.8 billion during the period from January to June 2024, according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 27 (Bernama) -- Blackstone and Santander Corporate & Investment Banking have reached an agreement under which funds managed by Blackstone Credit & Insurance (BXCI) will acquire interests in a US$1 billion portfolio of high-quality infrastructure loans from Santander. (US$1=RM4.45)
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 25 (Bernama) -- Mechanical and electrical (M&E) engineering service provider CBH Engineering Holding Bhd has signed an underwriting agreement with Mercury Securities Sdn Bhd for its proposed initial public offering (IPO) on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia.
By M. Saraswathi
PERU (Lima), Nov 15 (Bernama) — In a world increasingly dominated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies, the Malaysian government also recognises that bridging the digital divide is crucial for equitable development across all segments of society.
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 13 (Bernama) -- Continuous investment in infrastructure projects is helping Malaysia strengthen its position as a regional trade and investment hub while boosting global competitiveness.
ISTANBUL, Nov 4 (Bernama) — Malaysia believes that coordinated efforts and shared learning among the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states are essential to drive the next wave of digital transformation, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is on track to become the third-largest data centre market in Asia, after Japan and India with key sector beneficiaries being utilities, renewable energy (RE), property, and telecommunication, among others, said Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB).
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- Leading developer and operator of high-performance data centres GDS International exchanged memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with global suppliers in a series of partnerships that will bring an estimated RM1 billion investments for integrated factories and service centres.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 24 (Bernama) -- The Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) is committed to supporting the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) in attracting high-quality investment from Japan, particularly in the sustainable energy sector and high-tech industrial development.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 (Bernama) -- The allocation of RM470 million for financing funds aimed at supporting women-led micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) will play a crucial role in assisting women entrepreneurs in securing working capital, acquiring assets, and expanding their business capacity to higher levels.
By Karina Imran
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 (Bernama) -- Financial institutions viewed Budget 2025 as a positive step towards achieving a sustainable, inclusive economy while maintaining fiscal responsibility and social justice.
