Malaysia Has To Be Bold In Strengthening Economic Relations With Russia -- Anwar

From Nurul Hanis Izmir

KAZAN, June 18 (Bernama) — Malaysia needs to be more bold and aggressive in strengthening economic relations with Russia and other countries that have the potential to benefit the nation, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said.

UOB Malaysia Enhances Privilege Banking, Aims To Double Affluent Clientele By 2028

KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 (Bernama) -- UOB Malaysia has enhanced its Privilege Banking offering with expanded wealth advisory services, personalised client support and lifestyle benefits as it targets to double its affluent customer base by 2028.

AT&S' €2 Bln Kulim Expansion To Strengthen Malaysia's Semiconductor Ecosystem -- Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, June 16 (Bernama) -- Technologie & Systemtechnik Aktiengesellschaft's (AT&S) decision to expand its operations in Kulim, Kedah, through a new investment of up to €2 billion (€1 = RM4.69) is expected to further strengthen Malaysia's semiconductor ecosystem and create high-skilled employment opportunities for Malaysians, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.

TERAJU's Transfer To PM's Department Boosts PuTERA35 Agenda

KUALA LUMPUR, June 16 (Bernama) -- Placing the Bumiputera Agenda Steering Unit (TERAJU) under the Prime Minister's Department will enable the agency to advance the Bumiputera Economic Transformation Plan 2035 (PuTERA35), said Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.

PM Anwar's Credibility Attracts Japanese Investors - Bank Rakyat Chairman

KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s credibility and leadership continue to be key factors in boosting foreign investor confidence, particularly from Japan, in the country’s economic prospects during his official visit to Japan, said Bank Rakyat chairman Datuk Mohd Irwan Mohd Mubarak.

Anwar: Visit To Japan Strengthens Investment, AI And Trade Ties

From Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar

TOKYO, June 10 (Bernama) -- The official visit of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to Japan focuses on efforts to strengthen bilateral economic relations, particularly in attracting investment and trade, as well as high-tech sectors that have a direct impact on the people's economy.

Japan's Support Crucial In Malaysia’s Push Into Advanced Technologies, Says Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, June 10 (Bernama) -- The Japanese government and industries’ support is critical to helping Malaysia build its capabilities in advanced technologies, particularly semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing, and advanced packaging, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

EPF, PNB And KWAP To Allocate Capital To Support MY Value Up Principles -- Ahmad Zahid

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) -- Government-linked investment companies (GLICs), namely the Employees Provident Fund, Permodalan Nasional Bhd and Retirement Fund Incorporated (KWAP), will allocate a portion of their capital to support companies that demonstrate a strong commitment to value creation and the adoption of 'MY Value Up' principles.

MY Value-Up To Shift Boardroom Focus To Long-term Value Creation -- SC

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) – Malaysia’s MY Value-Up initiative to reshape boardroom priorities is designed to encourage companies to communicate their strategies more effectively, improve performance and enhance investors' perception of their long-term value proposition.

Stronger Fiscal Discipline Key To Attracting Higher-Value Investment -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must continue to strengthen fiscal discipline, improve public service delivery, support businesses, protect the rakyat and position the country to capture higher-value investment and growth, said Finance Minister II Senator Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Supply Crisis To Push Costs Beyond Oil Prices, Whole-of-nation Response Needed -- Hassan Marican

KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 (Bernama) -- The ongoing global supply and energy crisis should not be viewed solely as an oil price issue, but as a broader physical disruption that could gradually affect households through rising costs of living, according to Tan Sri Mohd Hassan Marican.

Malaysia's Next AI Growth Phase Depends On Energy, Infrastructure Planning - Schneider Electric

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

TAIPEI, June 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's next phase of artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure growth will depend on disciplined planning across energy, digital infrastructure and sustainability, according to global energy technology company Schneider Electric.