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's November Manufacturing PMI Eases To 49.2

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- The seasonally adjusted S&P Global Malaysia Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) eased to 49.2 in November this year from 49.5 in October, signalling a marginal moderation in the sector.

Hong Leong Offers Six-month Payment Deferment To Customers Affected By Floods

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 (Bernama) -- Hong Leong Bank and Hong Leong Islamic Bank are offering to defer payments for loans, financing facilities and credit cards for six months for affected flood customers.

Maybank Asset Management Partners With Fidelity International To Launch Multi-Asset Fund

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 (Bernama) -- Maybank Asset Management Sdn Bhd (MAM Malaysia) has launched the MAMG Alpha Capital & Income Opportunities Fund to enhance diversification and deliver both income and capital growth. 

Malaysian Brands Stand Out At 18th World Branding Awards In London

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 27 (Bernama) -- The 18th edition of the World Branding Awards recognised the achievements of some of the world's top brands, crowning them as National, Regional, and Global Winners, including Malaysia’s Farm Fresh, Getha and Munchy's.

Energy-related Sector Among Potential Investments Raked In From PM's Official Visit To S. Korea - MITI

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.

ASEAN-BAC Malaysia Aims To Strengthen Regional Economic Ties As Malaysia Assumes ASEAN Chairmanship

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 26 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) Malaysia is committed to fostering closer economic ties within the region as it prepares to assume the chairmanship next year. 

EMGA Secures US$210 Mln Financing For Brazil’s BTG Pactual 

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 26 (Bernama) -- Emerging Markets Global Advisory Limited (EMGA) has secured US$210 million debt finance for their long-standing Brazil based client, BTG Pactual (BTG). (US$1=RM4.45)

Hibiscus Petroleum's Brunei Acquisition To Contribute To Earnings Starting FY2025

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 26 (Bernama) -- Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd's acquisition of TotalEnergies in Brunei will start to contribute to its earnings from the financial year ending June 30, 2025 (FY2025), said managing director Dr Kenneth Pereira. 

Cuba Mulls Biotech, Pharma Partnership With Malaysia, Eyeing ASEAN Launchpad

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 26 (Bernama) -- Cuba and Malaysia should forge deeper partnerships in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals, particularly in producing vaccines, including halal vaccines that would cater to the local demographics, Cuban Ambassador to Malaysia Florentino Batista Gonzalez said.

PM Anwar Encourages South Korean Investors To Explore Opportunities In Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 25 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has welcomed investors from South Korea to explore the various opportunities available in Malaysia and to collaborate in efforts to boost and achieve mutual prosperity.