Online Scams Hurt Investor Confidence, Seen As “Lucrative” By Syndicates

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 23 (Bernama) -- The government must intensify efforts to curb online financial scams, which, if left unchecked, will affect trade, tourism, as well as investor confidence and derail Malaysia’s zeal to emerge as a foremost investment destination.

Salaam Market Aims To Onboard 10,000 MSMEs By 2025

GEORGE TOWN, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- Salaam Market, Malaysia’s first wholesale halal marketplace, aims to onboard 10,000 micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) by 2025. 

Maybank’s Values-Driven Financial Services To Empower Region As Malaysia Assumes ASEAN Chairmanship

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- The continuous strengthening of the ASEAN economy in the last decade showcased the true resilience of the region, coupled with promising economic prospects owing to its strategic location, diverse economies, and commitment to regional integration.

Malaysia To Double Down On Collaboration, Trade With Other Countries Next Year - Rafizi

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will “double down” on its strategy of deepening trade and collaboration with other countries in 2025, guided by three fundamental tenets of how Malaysia deals with the world, said Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli. 

Malaysian Developers Shine With 11 Wins At Propertyguru Asia Property Awards In Bangkok

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysian property developers made their mark at the 19th Annual PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final at The Athenee Hotel, in Bangkok, securing 11 prestigious awards.

Ringgit Higher Against US Dollar In Early Trade

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 6 (Bernama) -- The ringgit advanced against the US dollar in early trade on Friday ahead of the US non-farm payrolls (NFP) data that will be released later today, said an analyst.  

Signing Of JS-SEZ Agreement With Singapore Postponed To Next January - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced that the signing of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) agreement on Dec 9 has been postponed to next January.

Malaysia Positioned As Strategic Gateway For ASEAN-China Co-operation - Ahmad Zahid

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia plays a crucial role in connecting the ASEAN region to global markets as a strategic hub in Southeast Asia, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

Malaysia Seeks Advanced Technology, Investments For Rare Earth Processing

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- The government will ensure the development of the rare earth element (REE) industry progresses, simultaneously encompassing the upstream and downstream sectors to meet industrial needs, said Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli.

Franchise Sector Records Potential Investment Growth Exceeding RM911 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's franchise industry has recorded encouraging growth with an investment potential of more than RM911 million as of November 2024 compared with RM700 million a year ago, according to the Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development Ministry (KUSKOP).

JS-SEZ Draft Agreement: Review In Final Stage, To Be Finalised By Next Month - Rafizi

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- The review of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) draft agreement between the Malaysian and Singaporean governments is in the final stage and is expected to be finalised by December, said the Ministry of Economy. 

Kuskop: 20 Companies Receive I-BAP Grants Worth Nearly RM1.5 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 27 (Bernama) -- A total of 20 companies have been granted nearly RM1.5 million through the Indian Business Accelerator Programme (I-BAP), an SME Corporation Malaysia (SME Corp) initiative designed to support small businesses owned by Indian entrepreneurs in Malaysia.