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VIENTIANE (LAOS), Sept 28 (Bernama) -- As the host of the ASEAN Summit 2025, Malaysia is committed to ensuring that the ASEAN Power Grid (APG) strategic initiative can be finalised by next year for the benefit of the region.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 28 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to continue appreciating next week, despite traders remaining cautious about key United States economic indicators, said an analyst.
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By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad
TOKYO, Sept 27 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s gaming industry is positioned for an increase in foreign investment, especially from Japan, according to the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC).
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KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 27 (Bernama) -- As Malaysia continues to attract investors, Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo is confident that the digital economy will meet, or even exceed, the projected 25.5 per cent contribution to Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) by the end of 2025.
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By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 27 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Friday, reversing some of the earlier gains, as traders booked profits amid the recent rally in price, a dealer said.
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SEPANG, Sept 27 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to continue strengthening, supported by the government's ongoing efforts to enhance economic activity and attract investments into the country.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 27 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is seeking feedback on a proposed three-year roadmap for the full transition to Malaysia Overnight Rate (MYOR) and Malaysia Islamic Overnight Rate (MYOR-i) alongside the cessation of the Kuala Lumpur Interbank Offered Rate (KLIBOR).
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KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 27 (Bernama) -- The Sarawak state government, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, SG Assetfin Holdings Sdn Bhd, has finalised the share purchase agreement (SPA) of Affin Bank shares from Lembaga Tabung Angkatan Tentera (LTAT) and Boustead Holdings Bhd.
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By Karina Imran
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 27 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia saw another pullback at the close on Friday, largely due to profit-taking in selected heavyweight counters amid a mixed regional performance, said an analyst.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 27 (Bernama) -- TikTok Shop saw a 2.2 times growth in sales, a 1.8 times increase in sellers, and a 1.8 times rise in affiliate creators year-over-year in the first half (1H) of 2024.
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By Siti Radziah Hamzah
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 27 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Gas Association (MGA) has called on the energy sector to embrace the power of diversity and inclusion (D&I) in the workforce.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 27 (Bernama) -- Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) and Mitsubishi Corporation have signed new agreements to further leverage Petronas’ capabilities in delivering liquefied natural gas (LNG) to international markets, primarily targeting customers in Japan.