IILM’s Largest Sukuk Auction Draws Bids Totalling US$2.925 Bln

KUALA LUMPUR, June 3 (Bernama) – The International Islamic Liquidity Management Corporation (IILM) has completed a US$1.495 billion issuance and reissuance of short-term sukuk, marking the largest single auction since its inception.

Partnerships Key To Scaling Energy Transition, ETCon26 Strengthens Malaysia’s Shift From Ambition To Execution 

By M.Saraswathi and Norsyafawati Ab Wahab

KUALA LUMPUR, June 3 (Bernama) -- Strategic partnerships between government agencies, utilities, developers and financial institutions are crucial to unlocking new opportunities and catalysing the energy transition at scale, underscoring the importance of collective action in advancing the nation’s sustainability agenda.

PIP To Contribute To Malaysia-Thailand US$30 Bln Trade Target

PADANG BESAR, May 30 (Bernama) -- The government is confident that the development of the Perlis Inland Port (PIP) will contribute significantly towards achieving the Malaysia-Thailand bilateral trade target, which is projected to reach US$30 billion by next year.

JS-SEZ To Transform Johor’s Rural Community Into AI, Digitally Literate Workforce

JOHOR BAHRU, May 26 (Bernama) -- The implementation of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) is set to transform the state’s rural landscape by adopting artificial intelligence (AI) technology and a macro-scale digital economy, starting at the grassroots level.

Petronas' Full Ownership Of PRefChem Cements Malaysia's Longer-Term Ambition -- Analyst

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 (Bernama) -- Petroliam Nasional Bhd’s (Petronas) move to assume full ownership of the Pengerang Integrated Complex’s refining and petrochemical operations from Saudi Aramco could further cement Malaysia’s longer-term ambition of positioning Pengerang as a major regional hub for refining, storage, petrochemicals and trading. 

KUSKOP Targets RM20 Mln In Potential Sales From THAIFEX-Anuga Asia 2026

By Kenny Teng Khoon Hock

BANGKOK, May 26 (Bernama) — The Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Ministry (KUSKOP) has targeted RM20 million in potential sales among Malaysian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and cooperatives participating in the THAIFEX-Anuga Asia 2026 exhibition here.

Penang Port Commission Launches e-PDCFZ To Boost Port Governance, Digital Efficiency

GEORGE TOWN, May 26 (Bernama) -- The Penang Port Commission’s (PPC) newly launched E-Penang Dangerous Cargo and Free Zone (e-PDCFZ) platform marks a significant milestone in the commission’s push towards smarter and more transparent port governance.

CPO Futures End Lower On Weaker Crude Oil Prices

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower on Monday, weighed down by weaker crude oil prices, a trader said.

TNB Remains Resilient, Focuses On Stable Supply And Value For The Rakyat

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) today announced its financial performance for the first quarter of the financial year ended March 31, 2026 (1Q FY2026), underscoring the group’s continued commitment to strengthening Malaysia’s energy security, enhancing grid resilience and delivering long-term value to the nation and the rakyat.

Sabah Adopts Balanced Growth Model, Demands Fair Economic Value For Conservation

KOTA KINABALU, May 25 (Bernama) -- The Sabah state government is adopting a balanced growth model that demands fair economic value for its environmental contributions, while rejecting unrealistic environmental idealism that could delay the state’s socioeconomic progress.

Sime Darby Net Profit Surges To RM654 Mln In 3Q On One-off Land Sale

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- Sime Darby Bhd's net profit for the third quarter financial year ended March 31, 2026 (3Q FY2026) surged to RM654.00 million from RM193.00 million in the same quarter last year.

KPK, KPDN Collaborate To Improve Agricommodity Logistics Chain -- Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities (KPK) and the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) will collaborate to improve the agribusiness sector’s logistics chain in response to the impact of the global supply crisis.