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Sarawak’s Self-reliant Infrastructure Surge Sets It Apart From Federally Dependent Sabah

LABUAN, June 25 (Bernama) -- Despite sharing similar geographies and economic aspirations, Sarawak and Sabah have taken markedly different paths in infrastructure development. 

Cut Red Tape, Dismantle Non-Tariff Barriers To Unlock Full Potential Of Sub-Regional Groupings – Economists

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin & Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- ASEAN needs to double down on streamlining regulations and cutting red tape, including harmonising customs procedures, to unlock the full potential of sub-regional groupings.

TNB Returns Nearly RM3 Billion To Malaysians Through Responsible Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) announced its highest dividend in four years at 51 sen per share, totalling over RM2.96 billion, while reaffirming its commitment to creating long-term value through sound financial management, operational strength, and community investments that benefit both shareholders and the nation.

Zahid: NGCC Underscores Malaysia’s Commitment To Global Competitiveness

KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- The establishment of the National Geo-Economic Command Centre (NGCC) clearly demonstrates the government's commitment to safeguarding national interests and ensuring that Malaysia remains competitive on the global stage.

Reach Ten To Triple Fibre Optic Duct Infrastructure To 767km Within 3 Years

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 (Bernama) -- Sarawak-based telecommunications service provider Reach Ten Holdings Bhd plans to triple its fibre optic duct infrastructure to 767 kilometres (km) in Sibu, Miri and Bintulu within three years utilising its initial public offering (IPO) proceeds.

Main Market-Bound Reach Ten's IPO Oversubscribed By 1.85 Times

KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 (Bernama) -- The public portion of Sarawak-based telecommunications company Reach Ten Holdings Bhd's initial public offering (IPO) has been oversubscribed by 1.85 times, ahead of its scheduled listing on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia on May 2, 2025. 

MASwings Handover: Has No Financial Impact On MAG - Capt Izham

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- The handover of MASwings to the Sarawak state government will not have any financial impact on the Malaysia Aviation Group’s (MAG) profit and loss (P&L) statement.  

Tun Abdullah's Leadership And Foresight Leave Lasting Impact On Malaysia's Economic Landscape

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- Former Prime Minister Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi’s leadership and foresight were instrumental in laying the foundation for Malaysia’s economic corridor initiatives, which have left a lasting impact on the country’s economic landscape, said the East Coast Economic Region Development Council (ECERDC).

BHPetrol To Build 30 New Stations In Rural Areas

JOHOR BAHRU, April 13 (Bernama) -- BHPetrol, a subsidiary of Boustead Holdings Bhd and the Armed Forces Fund Board (LTAT), plans to build up to 30 new petrol stations in rural areas nationwide.

RM1.4 Bln investment Realised By ECERDC In Pahang, Q1 2025

KUANTAN, April 10 (Bernama) -- The East Coast Economic Region Development Council (ECERDC) continues to strengthen economic growth in Pahang by realising RM1.4 billion in investment in the first quarter of this year (1Q 2025).

OCK Group Sees Minimal Disruption To Myanmar Ops Following Recent Earthquake

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 (Bernama) -- OCK Group Bhd does not anticipate any major long-term impact on its operations or business performance in Myanmar following the magnitude 7.7 earthquake that struck last Friday.

Digital Banks Must Realign Strategies To Serve B40

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 (Bernama) -- Digital banks in Malaysia are increasing efforts to reach the underserved B40 group, especially those in rural areas, by integrating banking services into popular platforms and offering attractive incentives to encourage usage.