ASEAN Chairmanship In 2025 Marks Pivotal Moment For Malaysia

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 22 (Bernama) -- In less than two weeks, Malaysia will take on the ASEAN chairmanship in January 2025, marking a pivotal moment for the country.

MSMEs Continue To Progress In 2024 Despite Digital Challenges

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 22 (Bernama) – Malaysia’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) have continued to progress this year despite facing challenges in adapting to market changes and regulatory shifts, particularly in their transition towards the digital-first economy.

FMM Welcomes No Change In Icpt Surcharge, Calls For Time To Adjust To New RP4 Tariff

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 21 (Bernama) -- The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) welcomes the government’s decision to maintain the Imbalance Cost Pass-Through (ICPT) surcharge at 16 sen per kilowatt hour (kWh) for the first half of 2025.

LIAM, MTA, PIAM Announce Interim Measures To Cushion Impact Of Recent Premium Repricing

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- The Life Insurance Association of Malaysia (LIAM), the Malaysian Takaful Association (MTA) and Persatuan Insurans Am Malaysia (PIAM) today announced interim measures to support policyholders and participants impacted by the recent premium and contribution repricing.

Govt, ITOs And Private Hospitals To Contribute RM60 Mln To Accelerate Health Reforms -- BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 -- The government, together with insurers and takaful operators (ITOs) and private hospitals, will contribute RM60 million to accelerate health reforms, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

Shahril Mokhtar Appointed Chairman Of Pestech Technology, Yeoh Jit Shiong Named Acting CEO

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- Pestech International Bhd has announced the appointment of Datuk Seri Dr Shahril Mokhtar as chairman of its subsidiary, Pestech Technology Sdn Bhd (PTECH), effective immediately.

Maybank’s Values-Driven Financial Services To Empower Region As Malaysia Assumes ASEAN Chairmanship

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- The continuous strengthening of the ASEAN economy in the last decade showcased the true resilience of the region, coupled with promising economic prospects owing to its strategic location, diverse economies, and commitment to regional integration.

TM, Petronas And Gentari Ink MoU To Drive Digital Transformation For Industries

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- Telekom Malaysia Bhd (TM) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Petroliam Nasional Bhd's (Petronas) digital arm Petronas Digital Sdn Bhd and Gentari Sdn Bhd to accelerate digital transformation and sustainable innovation for industries and the nation. 

Buoyant Year For Port Operators, Shipping Industry But Challenges Persist

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- It has been a strong year for ports in Malaysia as operators pushed ahead with capital-intensive infrastructure upgrading works and rode on the wave of e-commerce growth as well as rising global trade to maintain their competitiveness.

Mah Sing To Acquire Land In Johor Bahru With RM1.5 Bln GDV

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- Mah Sing Group Bhd plans to acquire 2.424 hectares of freehold land in Johor Bahru, designated for the development of premium serviced apartments and retail units, with an estimated gross development value (GDV) of RM1.5 billion.

107.5 Mln e-invoices received By LHDN since August

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif and Previnna Thuraisingam

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- The Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) has received 107.5million e-invoices from taxpayers since the system was implemented on Aug 1.

MRCB Withdraws From Berjaya-led Consortium For KL-SG HSR Project

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- The Berjaya Corporation Bhd-led consortium, which participated in the request for information (RFI) exercise by MyHSR Corporation Sdn Bhd for the Kuala Lumpur-Singapore High-Speed Rail (KL-SG HSR) project, has announced that one of its partners has decided to withdraw.