18th Global Citizenship Conference To Kick Off In Singapore

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- More than 400 delegates from over 50 countries are expected to attend the 18th annual Global Citizenship Conference, which takes place from Nov  27 to 29 in Singapore.

Ukraine Seeks Malaysia As ASEAN Gateway For UAV Partnerships

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 2 (Bernama) -- Ukraine views Malaysia as a key entry point for expanding collaborations in the ASEAN region's unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and drone sectors, said Ukraine’s deputy economy minister, Taras Kachka.

Cross Border Transactions Enhanced In Experimental Project -- BIS, Central Banks

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) and its central bank partners have successfully demonstrated with Project Mandala that regulatory compliance can be embedded in cross-border transaction protocols.

Three Companies Qualify For Online Bid To Supply Renewable Energy

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- Three companies have met all the requirements to participate in the online bidding on June 16, 2024, for a pilot project to supply renewable energy (RE) across borders to Singapore via Energy Exchange Malaysia (ENEGEM).

Govt Mulling Utilising Databases, E-Wallets For Two-Tier RON95 Subsidies

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) – The government is considering using databases linked to identification cards, along with e-wallets and debit cards as part of the mechanism for the two-tiered pricing system for RON95 petrol subsidies.

SST Expansion To Offset Fall In Oil-Related Revenue, Creates Robust Tax System

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- The expansion of the sales and services tax (SST) should help offset the projected fall in oil-related revenue to 3.0 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2025 from 3.2 per cent in 2024 on likely lower oil prices, Standard Chartered Global Research said today.

Banking Industry Views Budget 2025 As Positive Step Towards Sustainable, Inclusive Economy

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. 

Budget 2025: RM1.8 Billion Allocated For New Ships To Strengthen MMEA Capabilities

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 (Bernama) -- The government's announcement of RM1.8 billion for three new ships for the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) in Budget 2025 comes at a critical time, given the agency's current asset constraints in safeguarding national waters.

Labuan IBFC Embraces Blockchain, AI To Boost Fintech Growth

LABUAN, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The increasing interest in digital assets and alternative financial instruments is driving innovation and growth within Labuan's financial sector. 

Malaysia’s Strategy As ASEAN Chair In 2025 Is For Grouping To Bolster Regional Value Chains

From Sharifah Hunaini Syed Ismail

VIENTIANE, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has outlined three strategies for ASEAN when it takes over the grouping’s chairmanship in 2025, including bolstering regional value chains and regulatory cooperation.

Asia Must Address Climate Change And Rising Energy Demand -- Mitsubishi Power

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Asian countries must address both climate change and rising energy demand to meet their economic ambitions, said Mitsubishi Power executive vice-president Takao Tsukui.

Provide Tax Exemptions To Enhance ESG Ratings Of Rubber Gloves Sector - MARGMA

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Rubber Gloves Manufacturers Association (MARGMA) hopes the government will provide better tax exemptions for them in Budget 2025 to enhance the sector’s environment, social, and governance (ESG) ratings.