Malaysia To Champion Islamic Fintech, Climate-oriented Sukuk By 2040 -- DPM Fadillah

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia aspires to be the global benchmark for regulation, innovation and Islamic environmental, social and governance (ESG) as well as a centre of excellence for Islamic fintech (financial technology) and climate-oriented sukuk by 2040, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

Africa’s Rapid Growth A Hedge For Malaysia Against Geopolitical Uncertainties -- Academician

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- The African continent’s rapid economic growth presents export opportunities for Malaysia to reduce reliance on traditional partners and possibly hedge itself against geopolitical uncertainties, University of Nottingham Malaysia assistant professor of business economics Dr Tan Chee Meng said.

Malaysia Attracts RM285.2 Bln Approved Investments In 9M 2025 -- MIDA

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has attracted RM285.2 billion in approved investments from January to September 2025 (9M 2025), a 13.2 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) increase against the same period in 2024.

PMW International To Fast-track Sarawak Expansion After Ace Market Debut

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 – PMW International Bhd is set to accelerate its expansion plans in Sarawak following its ACE Market listing, driven by the group’s confidence in strengthening its manufacturing and infrastructure capabilities.

AirAsia X Plans New Europe Routes Next Year

From Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

ISTANBUL (TÜRKIYE), Nov 17 (Bernama) -- AirAsia X (AAX) is exploring plans for several additional European destinations, targeted for launch next year, said its chief executive officer, Benyamin Ismail.

Anwar To Make Landmark Visit To Ethiopia, Intensify Ties With African Union

By M. Saraswathi

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will make a landmark visit to Ethiopia as Malaysia is set to intensify engagement with the African continent through the headquarters of the African Union in the country’s capital, Addis Ababa.

MITI Refines Investments In Sabah To Avoid Becoming 'Assembly Hub'

KOTA KINABALU, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- The government is refining several proposals for high-tech investments in Sabah, including in the semiconductor sector, to ensure the state does not become merely an assembly hub, but instead plays a role in the global supply chain.

Emerging Market Macroeconomic, Credit Condition To Remain Resilient In 2026 -- Moody's Ratings

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- Moody’s Ratings expects emerging market (EM) macroeconomic and credit conditions to remain resilient in 2026, mirroring this year’s performance.

SBC Medical Partners BLEZ To Bring Japanese-Quality Aesthetic Medicine To Thailand

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- SBC Medical Group Holdings Inc has entered a consulting agreement with Thailand-based BLEZ ASIA Co Ltd as part of its strategy to expand into the rapidly growing Thai aesthetic medicine market.

Sarawak Enhances Islamic Financial Offerings Through DBOS

KUCHING, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- The launch of the Islamic Banking Window by the Development Bank of Sarawak (DBOS) not only strengthens its financial offerings but also reinforces Sarawak’s commitment to inclusive, value-based development.

Thousands Of Jobs Probably Saved By Malaysia-US Agreement On Reciprocal Trade

By Mikhail Raj Abdullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 16 (Bernama) -- Thousands of jobs in Malaysia will probably be saved by the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) signed between Malaysia and the United States.

Malaysia Combines Policy, Investment & Human Capital To Power Southeast Asia’s Energy Future - SEDA

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia aims to lead the development of a secure, affordable, and low-carbon energy system in Southeast Asia (SEA) by combining stable policies with investable projects, modern infrastructure, and skilled human capital.