World Needs Directions, Not More Power - Anwar

From Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar

TOKYO, June 10 (Bernama) -- The world is currently facing a shortage of leadership clarity rather than power, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today.

MIGHT Unveils 2025/2026 Rail Industry Report To Boost Competitiveness

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Industry-Government Group for High Technology (MIGHT) has unveiled the Malaysia Rail Industry Report 2025/2026.

Reliable Credit Data Key To Expanding MSME Financing Access – Amir Hamzah

PETALING JAYA, June 9 (Bernama) -- Reliable and accessible credit data is critical to improving access to financing for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) as it reduces information gaps and enables more efficient allocation of credit, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Anwar's Call For Nationwide Crackdown For Illegal Foreign-run Businesses Timely - Economist

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's call for an immediate crackdown on illegal foreign-run businesses nationwide is timely, as such operations can harm micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), according to an economist.

Classico Expands Pokemon-Themed Medical Apparel Collection Across Asia

KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 (Bernama) -- Classico Inc, a Japanese medical apparel brand, has launched the #ClassicoPokemonCollection across Asia, including Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Thailand.

Supply Crisis To Push Costs Beyond Oil Prices, Whole-of-nation Response Needed -- Hassan Marican

KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 (Bernama) -- The ongoing global supply and energy crisis should not be viewed solely as an oil price issue, but as a broader physical disruption that could gradually affect households through rising costs of living, according to Tan Sri Mohd Hassan Marican.

Energy Disruptions Could Spill Over Into Food, Medical Supplies And Manufacturing, Warns Hassan Marican

KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 (Bernama) -- Disruptions to energy and petrochemical supplies could have far-reaching implications beyond fuel availability, potentially affecting items critical to everyday life, such as medical supplies, food packaging and agricultural fertilisers, according to Tan Sri Mohd Hassan Marican.

BNOW Advances AI Livestock Data Platform For Food Security

KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 (Bernama) -- BioData Now (BNOW), a Seoul-based animal biodata artificial intelligence (AI) company, is advancing a data-driven livestock management platform that uses real-time biometric signals to improve farm productivity, animal health monitoring and supply chain visibility.

Malaysia’s Nuclear Decision Depends On Preparedness Across 19 Key Areas - EC

KUALA LUMPUR, June 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s decision on whether to launch a nuclear power programme will depend on its level of preparedness across 19 key areas, which mostly focus on safety, said Energy Commission (EC) chief executive officer, Siti Safinah Salleh.

Leverage Energy Transition As A Catalyst For Economic Restructuring - Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 5 (Bernama) -- The energy transition should be leveraged as a catalyst for broader economic restructuring, with strategic focus areas including artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductors and data centres, to enhance productivity and strengthen the country's economic prospects.

Malaysia Needs Clear Policy And Regulatory Direction To Maintain Investor Confidence -- Fadillah

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia needs clear policy and regulatory direction to maintain investor confidence and support the country’s energy transition agenda, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said on Thursday. 

Malaysia Should Strengthen Trade, Investment Ties With Taiwan In Semiconductor Sector

KUALA LUMPUR, June 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia should place greater emphasis on strengthening trade and investment relations with Taiwan, particularly in the semiconductor industry, said Taylor’s University adjunct professor, Dr Ong Kian Ming.