Melaka Unemployment Rate Down To 1.8 Pct In Q4 2024 - Ab Rauf

MELAKA, May 18 (Bernama) -- The unemployment rate in Melaka for the fourth quarter (Q4) of last year dropped to 1.8 per cent, down from 2.6 per cent in 2023, Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh said.

Abang Johari Calls For Sarawak Energy Restructuring To Support Expansion Plans

KUCHING, May 17 (Bernama) -- Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has called for the restructuring of the state-owned power generation and supply company, Sarawak Energy Bhd (SEB) to support the state's expansion in energy production and supply.

Stronger Malaysia-Russia Ties Not At Expense Of Others, Says PM Anwar

From Sharifah Hunaini Syed Ismail

KAZAN (Tatarstan) May 17 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today that Malaysia’s growing ties with Russia should not be seen as a zero-sum game, stressing that as an open trading nation, it is vital for the country to expand partnerships broadly to protect its economic interests.

Bursa Malaysia's CFO Rosidah Baharom Resigns, Rasmona Abdul Rahman Appointed As Acting CFO

 KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia Bhd said its chief financial officer (CFO) Rosidah Baharom will step down from the role, effective today.

Malaysia’s Export Base To Cushion Us Tariff Impact - BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) expects any impact from potential United States (US) tariffs on semiconductors to be limited for Malaysia, thanks to the country’s diversified export base and continued demand in key sectors.

APEC Must Scale Up Capacity-Building Efforts To Support Sustainable Trade -- Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has called for greater investment in capacity building across Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) member economies to support the transition to sustainable trade. 

Malaysia Posts RM16.7 Bln Surplus In Current Account Balance In 1Q 2025  -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s current account balance (CAB) recorded a RM16.7 billion surplus in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q 2025), equivalent to 3.4 per cent of the gross domestic product (GDP), supported by net exports of goods and a smaller deficit in the secondary income account, said Statistics Department Malaysia (DOSM).

Malaysian Economy Expands 4.4 Pct In 1Q, Anchored By Household Spending

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian economy expanded by 4.4 per cent in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q 2025), driven by sustained household spending supported by favourable labour market conditions and government policies, compared to 4.2 per cent in 1Q 2024.

SEACare 2025 Generates RM1.1 Bln Potential Sales

KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 (Bernama) -- The 25th Southeast Asian Healthcare and Pharma Show (SEACare 2025) has generated over RM1.1 billion in potential sales and aims to achieve a potential sales target of RM1.5 billion in its next edition.

PM Anwar Invites Russian Airlines, Including Aeroflot, To Resume Direct Flights To Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 (Bernama) --- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has invited Russian airlines, including Aeroflot, to resume direct flights to Malaysia as soon as possible.

Russia A Great Friend Of Malaysia, Says Anwar

MOSCOW, May 14 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has sought Russian President Vladimir Putin’s support to execute and expedite wide-ranging projects, including collaboration in food technology, nuclear and military, between the two countries.

Late Buying Lifts Bursa Malaysia To Close Marginally Higher

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia reversed earlier losses to close in positive territory today, with the benchmark index edging higher on late buying across the board, supported by above-average trading volume which reflected renewed market sentiment, an analyst said.