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KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's economic growth is expected to moderate to 4.9 per cent in 2025, slightly above the official target range of 4.5 per cent to 5.5 per cent, taking into account the impact of domestic policies and external challenges, said KSI Strategic Institute for Asia Pacific (KSI).
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) – Malaysia’s expertise in halal food products combined with Peru’s premium agricultural raw material inputs, such as quinoa, chia seeds, and cashew nuts, offers immense potential for joint ventures (JVs) between the two nations.
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- The Dewan Negara has passed five bills under the Ministry of Finance related to business activities in Labuan, namely the Labuan Business Activity Tax (Amendment) (No.2) Bill 2024 and the Labuan Companies (Amendment) Bill 2024.
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 5 (Bernama) -- United Overseas Bank (UOB) forecasts that ASEAN-6 economic growth will reach 4.8 per cent in 2025, surpassing the projected global average gross domestic product (GDP) growth of 3.2 per cent.
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 3 (Bernama) -- The government has approved a total of RM489.5 billion in investments in the manufacturing, services, and primary sectors from 2023 to June 2024, according to Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Liew Chin Tong.
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 27 (Bernama) -- The renewable energy industry will be one of the main focuses in the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) development which is expected to significantly benefit both countries.
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 26 (Bernama) -- The investment potential generated from Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's official visit to South Korea is related to the electric vehicle sector, metals for electric vehicle applications, bio-pharmaceuticals, green technology, and the carbon capture and storage sector, said the Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry (MITI) today.
From Mohd Shukri Ishak
SEOUL, Nov 26 (Bernama) -- The government has never neglected investments in Kedah, it has even suggested to Hyundai Motor and supported its investment in Kulim, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
From Mohd Shukri Ishak
SEOUL, Nov 24 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to meet leaders of South Korean conglomerates, or "chaebol", to attract more foreign direct investments to Malaysia.
KOTA KINABALU, Nov 21 (Bernama) -- The Sabah State Government's aspiration to position Sapangar Bay Container Port (SBCP) as a regional trade hub is expected to deliver significant long-term economic benefits for the state, the State Assembly was informed today.
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s record achievement in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) underscores its growing prominence as a key economic player within the ASEAN region.
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 19 (Bernama) -- Keyto MY Sdn Bhd's new fluid manufacturing facility in Batu Kawan, Penang, is set to enhance Malaysia's industrial capabilities and diversify its high-tech manufacturing sector.
