Sabah Products’ Export Sales Potential Reaches RM95.9 Mln - Hajiji

KOTA KINABALU, May 16 (Bernama) -- The marketability of Sabah entrepreneurs’ products in international markets improved last year, with potential sales value reaching RM95.9 million.

Shipping Firms Defer Sapangar Port Congestion Surcharge: Ewon

PENAMPANG, May 16 (Bernama) -- Shipping companies have agreed to defer the proposed congestion surcharge at the Sapangar Bay Container Port (SBCP) following a series of engagements with Sabah’s Ministry of Industrial Development, Entrepreneurship and Transport (MINDET).

MADANI Microfinancing Initiatives Strengthen Economic Resilience During Uncertainties

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- The MADANI government’s microfinancing initiatives strengthen Malaysia’s economic resilience during periods of geopolitical uncertainty by preserving liquidity and supporting domestic economic activity, particularly among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Malaysian Batik Makes Appearance On Runway At Modest Fashion Day, KazanForum 2026

From Nor Baizura Basri

KAZAN (Russia), May 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysian batik made an appearance during Modest Fashion Day at KazanForum 2026 held here, the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan, on Wednesday, signalling a continuous effort to strengthen Malaysia’s fashion ecosystem through international positioning while providing opportunities to local entrepreneurs.

Mary Kay Launches Global Social Squad Pilot Program To Strengthen Digital Engagement 

KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 (Bernama) -- Mary Kay Inc has launched its Global Social Squad (GSS) Pilot Program, an initiative aimed at strengthening digital engagement by empowering Independent Beauty Consultants (IBCs) as brand advocates and social media content creators.

Malaysia Domestic Trade Activity Remains Robust Amid Geopolitical Uncertainties - KPDN

KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s domestic trade activity remains resilient and continues to expand amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainties, according to the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN).

MADANI Govt To Offer Over RM5 Bln In Microfinancing Facilities In 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 (Bernama) -- The MADANI government will provide more than RM5 billion in microfinancing facilities in 2026, expected to benefit over 400,000 micro-entrepreneurs nationwide through loans of up to RM100,000. 

KazanForum 2026 Expected To Boost Trade, Islamic Finance Ties Between Russia, Islamic Economies

From Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KAZAN (Russia) May 13 (Bernama) -- KazanForum 2026 is expected to generate new trade, investment and Islamic finance opportunities between Russia and Islamic economies, with organisers aiming to strengthen cross-border business cooperation through industry-focused engagements and targeted investment initiatives.

Russia Seeks Deeper Economic Ties With Malaysia, ASEAN Through KazanForum 2026

KAZAN, May 13 (Bernama) -- Russia is seeking to deepen economic cooperation with Malaysia and ASEAN economies through sectors such as machinery manufacturing, industrial development, agriculture and halal industries at the 17th International Economic Forum “Russia-Islamic World: KazanForum 2026” from May 12-17.

Johor Entrepreneurs Urged To Grab Global Supply Chain ​​Opportunities Via JS-SEZ

JOHOR BAHRU, May 12 (Bernama) -- Micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Johor are urged to take advantage of development and seize opportunities through the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) as a key platform to penetrate the global supply chain.

Global UHNW Population Set To Rise 33 Pct By 2030, Report Finds

KUALA LUMPUR, May 12 (Bernama) -- A new report by Altrata, sponsored by Arton Capital, finds that the global Ultra High Net Worth (UHNW) population is increasingly international, with one in five individuals now foreign-born.

Broader RCEP Utilisation Key To Deeper Regional Integration

HAIKOU (China), May 12 (Bernama) -- The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) should be measured beyond traditional goods-based indicators to include services, investment and e-commerce in order to better capture the agreement’s overall impact.