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Key Rail Infrastructure Projects Advance Across Malaysia In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s rail development recorded steady progress throughout 2025, marked by major milestones in national megaprojects, renewed cross-border ambitions, and intensified planning for long-term transport connectivity.

MyRMK To Be Introduced Next Year To Monitor Implementation Of 13MP - Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Economy will introduce MyRMK, an integrated monitoring system for the implementation of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) starting next year, said Minister of Economy Datuk Seri Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir today.

Economic Census 2026 To Cover 308,000 Entities Across Selangor – DOSM

SUNGAI BESAR, Dec 14 (Bernama) -- About 308,000 business entities across Selangor will be covered under the Economic Census 2026 (BE2026), the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) said.

N. Sembilan Actively Developing New Industrial Areas To Drive Quality Investment - Exco

SEREMBAN, Dec 10 (Bernama) -- The Negeri Sembilan government is capable of attracting quality, high-impact investments, particularly in the electrical and electronics, semiconductor, aerospace, food technology and pharmaceutical sectors - all of which align with the targeted clusters under the Central Region industrial development plan.

Sabah-Based Life Water Eyes Sales Boost Ahead Of Visit Malaysia 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 26 (Bernama) -- Sabah beverage manufacturer Life Water Bhd expects stronger demand from the state’s tourism sector ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026, supported by rising arrivals and steady consumption from hotels and retail outlets.

Four More BSN Mobile Banks For Sabah, Sarawak, Pahang & Perak

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- The government has allocated four more Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN) mobile bank units in 2026 specifically to increase access to banking services to residents in the rural areas of Sabah, Sarawak, Pahang, and Perak.

U Mobile Upgrades 2,976 Sites To 5G Coverage

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- U Mobile Sdn Bhd has upgraded 2,976 sites to 5G coverage, providing 58.2 per cent 5G coverage in populated areas as of Oct 31 this year, said the Communications Ministry.

ACCCIM's Consistent Participation At CIIE Is A Proud Achievement - Ahmad Zahid

From Mohd Hisham Abdul Rafar

SHANGHAI, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s presence at the China International Import Expo (CIIE) through the Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia’s (ACCCIM) participation is something to be proud of, according to Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

Budget 2026: Govt Allocates RM20 Bln In Basic De To Six Less Developed States - Amir Hamzah 

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- The government has allocated RM20 billion in basic development expenditure (Basic DE) for 2026 to six less developed states, representing an increase of five percent compared to RM19 billion in 2025.

ASEAN Urged To Adopt Gender Responsive RE Policy, Prioritising Women’s Livelihoods

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 (Bernama) -- A gender responsive renewable energy (RE) policy in ASEAN needs to focus on people's livelihood, especially women who hold together households, micro businesses, and community services, as the region moves towards energy transition, said experts.

Increase In STR, SARA Allocations Proves Govt's Commitment To Strengthen Social Safety Net -- MoF

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- The increase in the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) allocations from year to year is proof of the government’s commitment to strengthen the social safety net, according to the Ministry of Finance (MoF).

Budget 2026 Enhances Malaysia’s Digital Backbone For AI-powered Future -- MyIX

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia Internet Exchange (MyIX) has welcomed the MADANI Budget 2026 as a decisive step to strengthen Malaysia’s digital backbone, citing the government’s emphasis on submarine cable infrastructure, nationwide connectivity, 5G expansion, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital inclusion as critical enablers of the nation’s future.