Two Japanese Firms Plan US$1.5 Bln Investment In High-tech, Chemical Sectors In Sarawak

KUCHING, June 2 (Bernama) -- Sarawak continues to strengthen its appeal as an international investment destination, as two major companies from Japan plan to invest US$1.5 billion (US$1=RM4.25) in the high-tech and chemical industries in the region.

Fadillah To Officiate Malaysia Pavilion Opening At Expo 2025 Osaka

From Karina Imran

OSAKA, May 30 (Bernama) -- Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof is scheduled to officiate the opening ceremony of the Malaysia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan, tomorrow.

Ibraco's Commercial Precinct NorthBank Central Almost Fully Taken Up

KUCHING, May 30 (Bernama) -- NorthBank Central, the commercial heart of flagship township The NorthBank here is nearing full acquisition, which marks a major milestone in the company’s vision for an integrated, future-ready township, property developer Ibraco Bhd said.

UEM Edgenta Secures Order Book Worth RM1.1 Bln In 1Q FY2025, Bringing Total To RM9.3 Bln

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 (Bernama) -- UEM Edgenta Bhd has secured an order book worth RM1.1 billion in the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 (1Q FY2025), bringing the company’s cumulative order book to RM9.3 billion as at March 31, 2025.

Global Air Cargo Demand Up By 5.8 Pct Y-o-y In April - IATA

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 (Bernama) -- The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported a year-on-year (y-o-y) increase in global air cargo demand for April 2025.

Timor-Leste PM’s Visit To Weststar Signals Stronger Bilateral Ties In Aviation, Energy

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- The official visit by Timor-Leste Prime Minister Kay Rala Xanana Gusmao to Weststar Group’s headquarters reflects the shared commitment of both Weststar Group and the Timor-Leste government to strengthening bilateral cooperation in aviation, energy support services, and economic development.

E&O's FY2025 Net Profit Surges To RM168.65 Million

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- Eastern and Oriental Bhd’s (E&O) net profit jumped to RM168.64 million in the financial year ended March 31, 2025 (FY2025) from the previous financial year’s RM133.60 million.

Kerjaya Prospek Posts Higher Net Profit Of RM46.07 Mln In 1Q

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- Kerjaya Prospek Group Bhd has posted a net profit of RM46.07 million in the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 (1Q 2025), up from RM33.55 million recorded in 1Q last year.

Future Success Of Individuals, Companies, And Nations Set To Be Measured By AI — Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) — The success of individuals, companies and nations in the future could be measured by how effectively they deploy and use artificial intelligence (AI), said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. 

Rafizi’s Tenure Defined By Bold Moves To Improve People’s Livelihoods

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli, who became the economy minister in December 2022, part of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s Cabinet, is known for a myriad of initiatives to improve people’s livelihoods.

Introduce New Legislation To Enable AI To Operate Independently - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- New legislation has to be introduced to enable artificial intelligence (AI) to operate independently, without having to subject itself to the laws of the country, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Sarawak Timber Industry Exports Reach RM625 Mln In First Quarter Of 2025

KUCHING, May 28 (Bernama) -- The timber industry continues to be one of the main contributors to Sarawak's economy, with the sector's export value reaching RM625 million in the first quarter of this year, said Sarawak Deputy Premier, Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan.