| LATEST NEWS | No elements of bullying in the case of the form four student who passed away at a school in Seremban - MOE | PM Anwar, Turkmenistan President Serdar Berdimuhamedov witnessed the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement between Petronas and Turkmenistan authorities-- PMO | At 6 pm, the ringgit eased to 4.1340/1395 versus the US dollar from Thursday's close of 4.1145/1195 | The collaboration opens up space for more strategic engagements in future, including exploring the great potential of Turkmenistan's natural gas sector, which has among the world's largest gas reserves - PMO | Gabungan Kelab Media Malaysia (GKMM) state affiliates receive RM10,000, GKMM receive RM30,000 from Communications Ministry - Fahmi | |
By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani
KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 (Bernama) -- Financial commitments linked to credit cards, Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) facilities and personal financing are becoming increasingly common among middle-income borrowers, highlighting the need for stronger financial literacy and responsible borrowing practices, according to financial consultancy Bluebricks Holding Sdn Bhd.
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.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 24 (Bernama) -- A Malaysian strategic advisory firm is positioning itself as a bridge connecting Malaysia and the Russia-Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) market, aiming to unlock cross-border investment opportunities while strengthening Malaysia’s role as a strategic gateway into Southeast Asia.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 (Bernama) -- The Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers (AICB) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the banking talent pipeline in Malaysia and across the region, with over 700 banking professionals recognised at its 9th Chartered Banker Conferment Ceremony.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- The government is open to government-linked companies (GLCs) taking calculated losses in strategic sectors such as the digital economy and artificial intelligence (AI), provided there is transparency, good governance and clear policies.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) is intensifying engagement with Nordic investors to position Malaysia’s New Incentive Framework (NIF) and broader facilitation ecosystem as key advantages for high-quality foreign investment.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 (Bernama) -- Labuan IBFC Incorporated Sdn Bhd (Labuan IBFC Inc) has collaborated with the Association of Shariah Advisors in Islamic Finance Malaysia (ASAS) to host a knowledge-sharing session highlighting opportunities in Islamic finance.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of B++ (Good) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “bbb” (Good) of Thailand’s Asian Reinsurance Corporation (Asian Re).
KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 (Bernama) -- The FIDO Alliance has announced agenda themes and programme highlights for Authenticate APAC 2026, scheduled to take place from June 2 to 3 at the Grand Hyatt Singapore.
By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid
KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) expects jet fuel prices to hover between US$120 and US$130 per barrel over the next one year, based on current forward market indications, as airlines continue navigating geopolitical tensions and fuel supply disruptions affecting the aviation industry.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- Cvent released its annual rankings of the top meeting destinations and meeting hotels in Asia Pacific (APAC), with Singapore retaining the top destination ranking for the eighth time and Hilton Singapore Orchard claiming the region’s top meeting hotel position for the first time.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii) has opened the fifth edition of its Upper Bound artificial intelligence (AI) conference in Edmonton, Canada, reporting a 53 per cent year-on-year increase in attendance.
