KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 (Bernama) -- Budget 2026 marks a decisive shift in Malaysia’s economic direction from subsidy-driven consumption to investment-driven transformation as the government pursues fiscal consolidation while sustaining growth momentum, economists said.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- Budget 2026 outlines key initiatives that will further strengthen Malaysia's digital ecosystem and accelerate the transformation into a digitally driven and innovation-led economy, said Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo.
By Mikhail Raj Abdullah
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s bold move to introduce ASEAN Business Entity (ABE) status in the 2026 Budget reflects his strong commitment to advancing regional integration and giving real substance to Malaysia being the “gateway to ASEAN”.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- The combined investment under Retirement Fund Inc’s (KWAP) Dana Perintis and Khazanah Nasional Bhd’s Jelawang Capital will increase to RM750 million from RM550 million previously to accelerate Malaysia’s start-up and innovation ecosystem, nurturing enterprises that contribute to technological advancement and job creation.
By Sharifah Hunaini Syed Ismail, Niam Seet Wei and Kisho Kumari Sucedaram
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has galvanised RM470 billion resources in Budget 2026, prioritising economic resilience and expanded support for small businesses to future-proof the economy amid persistent global uncertainties and regional headwinds and also goes hard on enforcement to prevent economic leakages.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Central Spectrum (M) Sdn Bhd (CSSB) and Colform Sdn Bhd today signed a sale and purchase agreement (SPA) for the latter’s acquisition of 2.96 hectares of industrial land at Pulau Indah Industrial Park for RM25.2 million.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The government is committed to expanding the Malaysian Halal Certification (SPHM) recognition, especially to empower micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the global halal industry and enhance the country’s export value chain, according to the Prime Minister's Department (PMD).
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Selangor is aiming to achieve 100 per cent 5G network coverage in the state’s populated areas by early 2026, said state executive councillor for Islamic Religious Affairs and Cultural Innovation Dr Mohammad Fahmi Ngah.
GEORGE TOWN, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Mah Sing Group Bhd’s latest freehold high-rise mixed development in Batu Maung, M Zenni, has achieved a 70 per cent take-up rate to date, reflecting strong market demand for quality homes in Penang.
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) are in the process of finalising a suitable date to begin the first round of negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA), according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 (Bernama) -- Berjaya Food Bhd (BFood) was unveiled as the corporate sponsor for the WE2025: Future in Motion Leadership Conference, which will be held on Nov 25–26 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC).
By Anas Abu Hassan
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 6 (Bernama) -- The rapid evolution of technology in the telecommunications industry underscores the need for the government to continue providing support for more collaboration in 5G technology among enterprises.
