NAIO Seeks Public Feedback For National AI Action Plan

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 (Bernama) -- The National Artificial Intelligence Office (NAIO) is seeking public feedback for its National AI Action Plan 2026-2030.

New UK Envoy To Malaysia Ajay Sharma To Prioritise Semiconductor Cooperation To Produce High-end Chips

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald and Mikhail Raj Abdullah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 29 (Bernama) -- The United Kingdom’s new High Commissioner to Malaysia, Ajay Sharma, has made strengthening bilateral cooperation a key priority, with a particular focus on the fast-growing semiconductor sector and the development of integrated chip design and advanced manufacturing.

MITI Supports Young Entrepreneurs Through DEFA, ASEAN SME Academy

KUALA LUMPUR, June 28 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) is actively creating more space for young entrepreneurs to thrive, in line with Malaysia’s role as ASEAN chair, said Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Ringgit Closes Lower Against US Dollar Amid Mideast Uncertainty

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the greenback on Monday as US involvement in the war between Israel and Iran spurred demand for safe haven assets like the American dollar, an analyst said.

Taiwan Seeks Stronger Ties With Malaysia In AI, Sustainability, Smart Healthcare -- TAITRA

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- There are three key areas where Malaysia and Taiwan cooperation can go even further, namely artificial intelligence (AI), green sustainability, and smart healthcare, said Taiwan External Trade Development Council (Taitra) president and chief executive officer Simon Wang.

Malaysia’s Timber Exports May Gain Edge Due To Higher US Tariffs On Competitors – FRIM Director

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid and K Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s timber exports may gain a competitive edge in the American market due to higher tariffs imposed on regional rivals such as Vietnam and Indonesia.

BNM, Govt To Work On Implementing 'Reset' Initiative To Address High Medical Inflation

KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and the government are working on implementing the RESET initiative to address the high medical inflation in Malaysia.

Malaysia Must Be Adaptive In Policies To Become High-income Economy - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must be adaptive in its policies, have strong institutions, and maintain a clear vision of its chosen direction to achieve its goal of becoming a high-income economy, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. 

International Collaboration Crucial For ASEAN’s Sustainable Energy Future -- Fadillah

KUCHING, June 16 (Bernama) -- International collaboration is vital for ASEAN to realise a sustainable energy future, as this aspiration requires member states to adopt innovative technologies and strengthen power infrastructure, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said.

ASEAN Power Grid's Enhanced MoU To Focus On Regulations, Technical Requirements -- Fadillah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 16 (Bernama) -- ASEAN Power Grid’s (APG) enhanced memorandum of understanding (MoU), projected to be finalised by the end of this year, will focus on standardising rules and regulations, aligning technical requirements and establishing a financial model.

Influential Leaders To Convene At Energy Asia 2025 To Advance Energy Transition

KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 (Bernama) – The “Energy Asia 2025” conference, themed “Delivering Asia’s Energy Transition”, from June 16 to 18, will be an opportune moment for Malaysia and the region to take stock of progress made towards energy transition objectives and reinforce national commitments to achieving net-zero goals.

Rafizi Bids Farewell, Praises Five Officers Behind Economic Reforms

KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 (Bernama) -- Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli on Friday expressed his appreciation to five policy officers at the ministry who played a key role in supporting his efforts to advance national economic initiatives.