BNM Offers Limited-edition Coins To Commemorate ASEAN-Malaysia Chairmanship 2025, DOSM’s 75th Anniversary

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has announced the issuance of two limited-edition commemorative coins to mark the ASEAN-Malaysia Chairmanship 2025 (ASEAN25) and 75th anniversary of the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM75).  

Switzerland To Deepen Ties With Malaysia In Trade, Sustainability, Security -- Swiss Ambassador

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- Switzerland, which is located in the heart of Europe, is set to strengthen bilateral ties with Malaysia in key areas, including trade, sustainability, and peace and security.

Westports, Maybank Islamic Eye China’s Growing Halal Market Worth US$217 Bln

From Amanina Mohamad Yusof

SHANGHAI, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- As Malaysia seeks a stronger role in global halal logistics, major port operator Westports Holdings Bhd is positioning itself to capitalise on China’s rapidly growing halal food and beverage market, projected to reach US$217.10 billion by 2034.(US$1 = RM4.18).

Bursa Malaysia Strengthens Cooperation With Regulators To Reduce Risk Of Foreign Fund Sell-Offs

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia, together with regulatory authorities, is working closely to enhance market efficiency, vibrancy, and accessibility for investors — including foreign investors — to reduce the risk of sell-offs and foreign fund outflows from the equity market.

Ensurai Tree Planting Project Proposed Under Sarawak PCDS 2030 - Abang Johari

KAPIT, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- The planting of Ensurai trees along the riverbanks in the Kapit Division is one of the projects proposed as Sarawak enters its second and final phase of the Post-COVID-19 Development Strategy 2030 (PCDS 2030), marked by the beginning of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) next year.

Cyberjaya’s IC Design Park 2 To Boost Malaysia’s Global Innovation Drive

By Thivyamalini Ramalu

CYBERJAYA, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- The launch of the Integrated Circuit (IC) Design Park 2 in Cyberjaya marks a major step forward in Malaysia’s bid to strengthen its position in the global semiconductor industry and develop a new generation of highly skilled engineers.

MyTech Group Diversifies Into Moneylending Business

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- MyTech Group Bhd has undertaken a proposed diversification of its existing business and that of its subsidiaries (group) to include moneylending activities.

ACCCIM's Consistent Participation At CIIE Is A Proud Achievement - Ahmad Zahid

From Mohd Hisham Abdul Rafar

SHANGHAI, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s presence at the China International Import Expo (CIIE) through the Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia’s (ACCCIM) participation is something to be proud of, according to Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

Bank Islam, PAAB Ink MoU To Channel RM100 Mln Financing For Contractors

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd has inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Pengurusan Aset Air Bhd (PAAB) to provide RM100 million financing to PAAB contractors in 2026.

Ipoh Sentral Project To Offer Over 20,000 Job Opportunities

BATU GAJAH, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- More than 20,000 job opportunities will be created through the Ipoh Sentral development project which is expected to be a major catalyst for Perak's economic growth in the next few years.

BNM Governor: Malaysian Economy To Remain On Steady Growth Path Into 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Following is the transcript of Bernama’s email interview with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour on the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR).  

Anwar: Strong Global Partnerships Key To Malaysia’s Semiconductor, E&E Growth

CYBERJAYA, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and ASEAN can only achieve true success if regional trade and investment continue to strengthen, alongside greater focus on new areas such as digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI), said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.