JS-SEZ, Rising FDI Boost Malaysia’s Data Centre, Advanced Manufacturing Sectors

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is seeing strong momentum in data centre and advanced manufacturing developments, driven by rising foreign direct investment (FDI) and the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), according to Australia-based project advisory and management consultancy firm, TBH Consultancy.

Market Assessments Raise Malaysia’s Growth Outlook To 4.5–5.0 Pct This Year -- PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 7 (Bernama) -- Current market assessments place Malaysia’s economic growth in the range of 4.5 to 5.0 per cent in 2026, reflecting strengthening domestic demand and continued investment momentum, in line with expectations from the Finance Ministry and international institutions, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Climate Finance Innovation Lab Onboards 30 Projects, Funding Needs Exceed RM4 Bln

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 6 (Bernama) -- The Joint Committee on Climate Change (JC3) Climate Finance Innovation Lab (CFIL) has onboarded 30 projects as of January 2026, with total funding needs exceeding RM4 billion.

Malaysia To Continue On Positive Growth Trajectory - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia will continue on a positive growth trajectory, one that is resilient, inclusive and governed with honour.

Strong Governance Plays Key Role In Realising Malaysia’s Economic Goals - Tunku Naquiyuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- Strong governance, leadership discipline, and trust are central to Malaysia’s ability to realise its economic goals, said the Tunku Laksamana and former Regent of Negeri Sembilan, Tunku Datuk Seri Utama Naquiyuddin ibni Almarhum Tuanku Ja’afar.

Malaysia Has Strong Potential To Leapfrog In Climate-related Projects -- Liew

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has strong potential to leapfrog in climate-related projects and position itself as a global model for climate solutions if capital, policy and knowledge development are effectively aligned, said Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong.

PNB To Assess Sunway's VGO For IJM Based On Commercial Basis

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) — Permodalan Nasional Bhd (PNB) will assess Sunway Bhd’s voluntary general offer (VGO) for IJM Corporation Bhd based on commercial considerations, offer risks, governance, investment returns, and Sunway’s strategic plans post- acquisition.

Proton Expands Electrification Strategy With Entry Into PHEV Segment

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- Proton has expanded its electrification strategy by going into the plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) segment, positioning the new Proton e.MAS 7 PHEV as a key offering to widen market reach beyond full electric vehicles.

KAF Digital Bank Appoints Suzaini Mukhtar As CEO

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- KAF Digital Bank Bhd has appointed Suzaini Mukhtar as chief executive officer (CEO), effective Feb 1, 2026.

Petronas Signs 20-year LNG Supply Deal With QatarEnergy

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- Petronas LNG Ltd (PLL), a subsidiary of Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas), has signed a 20-year liquefied natural gas (LNG) sale and purchase agreement (SPA) with QatarEnergy, the first long-term LNG supply agreement between the two companies.

Propel Global Signs Sabah Gas Power MoU With Sabah Energy, Reservoir Link

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 3 (Bernama) -- Propel Global Bhd has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU)  with Sabah Energy Corporation Sdn Bhd and Reservoir Link Energy Bhd to explore the development of a modular gas power plant in Sabah.

Nuclear Energy Key To Meet Surging Global Power Demand -- Tech Futurist

HOUSTON, Feb 3 (Bernama) -- Nuclear energy should be part of the global solution to meet surging electricity demand while cutting carbon emissions, according to a technology (tech) futurist Pablos Holman.