Airbus Backs Sarawak’s Aviation Ambition, Sees Potential As Regional Hub

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- Airbus sees strong potential in Sarawak’s ambition to position itself not just as a domestic hub but also as a regional aviation hub, amid ongoing positive developments surrounding the establishment of AirBorneo.

US$50 Bln In Financial Support Needed As West Asia Conflict Tests Global Economy - IMF

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- The global economy is facing renewed strain from the ongoing conflict in West Asia, with up to US$50 billion (US$1 = RM3.98) in financial support potentially needed to help vulnerable countries weather the shock, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Malaysia, Australia Strengthen Women’s Role In Biotechnology Collaboration

PUTRAJAYA, April 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Australia are committed to strengthening women’s participation and leadership in science, technology and innovation (STI), particularly in biotechnology, in building a more inclusive and competitive national innovation ecosystem.

APO Report Highlights Role Of Energy Efficiency In Boosting Productivity

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- The Asian Productivity Organization (APO) has released the APO Productivity Outlook 2026, examining the relationship between energy efficiency and productivity performance, as well as its implications for sustainable development across its 21 member economies in the Asia-Pacific region.

Batik Air Flies To Shanghai, Sydney Effective June, July 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 (Bernama) -- Batik Air has announced new direct services  to Shanghai, China and Sydney, Australia, beginning June and July this year.

Airwallex Gains BNM Approval For Full Payment Services In Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 (Bernama) -- Airwallex, a global financial and payments platform, has secured approval from Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) for its e-money issuing and Class A licences, enabling it to roll out a full suite of payment services in the country.

German Group Koerber Invests RM95 Mln In Shah Alam Facility

SHAH ALAM, March 31 (Bernama) -- Koerber Technologies Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Germany-based technology group Korber, is investing RM95 million to expand its manufacturing facility here.

Labuan IBFC Rises To 55th In Global Financial Centres Index

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, March 31 (Bernama) -- The Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (IBFC) is well-positioned to complement Malaysia’s broader financial ecosystem and strengthen the nation’s global appeal, said Labuan Financial Services Authority director general Affendi Rashdi.

Japan Seeks To Expand Investment In Malaysia’s Digital, High-Tech Sectors

KUALA LUMPUR, March 29 (Bernama) — Japan is aiming to expand its investment in Malaysia’s digital industry, encompassing niche areas such as high-tech chip products and data centres.

Brace For Prolonged Oil Market Pressure Despite Easing West Asia Conflict, Says Economist

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysians are advised to prepare for a prolonged period of pressure in the oil market even if the conflict in West Asia eases in the near term.

Attack On Qatar's LNG Facility Raises Risk Of Wider Supply Disruptions In Asia

KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 (Bernama) — Asia-Pacific economies now face rising risks of physical shortages, not only of energy, following the latest Iranian attack on Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG facilities, including oil and gas but also of fertilisers and, by extension, potentially food later in the year.

Iran Action May Send Oil To US$120 A Barrel, Asia To Bear The Brunt -- Rystad Energy

KUALA LUMPUR, March 19 (Bernama) -- Oil prices could hit US$120 (US$1=RM3.93) per barrel if Iranian authorities act on their implied threat to strike on five facilities across Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Qatar, with Asia bearing the brunt given its dependence on Qatari volumes, according to an analyst.