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EU-Malaysia Business Day 2026: Selangor In Focus 13th October 2026, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre

More than 550 European companies operate in Selangor, generating over RM51 billion a year. On 13th October, that network gathered at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre under the theme Bridging Innova…

13. October 2026

Budget 2027: Tax Breaks To Encourage Corporate Support For Food Bank Initiative, Says Armizan

Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Armizan Mohd Ali confirmed a special tax deduction for companies and strategic partners contributing food and equipment to the Ihsan Food Bank Initiative, r…

11. October 2026

SME Association Says Budget 2027 Offers Support, But Warns Of ‘Cumulative’ Cost Pressures

The SME Association of Malaysia welcomed Budget 2027’s consumption and investment measures but warned the cumulative cost of doing business remains the sector’s biggest obstacle, with president Chin…

10. October 2026

Budget 2027: 9,000 Contract Doctors To Be Made Permanent In 2027, Incentive Hike For Paramedics And Nurses

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that more than 9,000 contract doctors will be offered permanent posts in 2027, effectively ending the long-running contract doctor issue since all housemanship…

09. October 2026

Budget 2027: Health Ministry Allocation Increased, RM1.2b Earmarked For Upgrading Of Public Facilities

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim raised the Health Ministry’s Budget 2027 allocation to RM47.7 billion, up from RM46.5 billion, with RM1.2 billion earmarked for repair, upgrade and maintenance of public…

09. October 2026

E-Commerce Bill To Protect Small Traders, Says Anwar

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim confirmed a new E-Commerce Bill will be tabled at the next parliamentary sitting to strengthen accountability among online platforms and sellers, with the government urge…

09. October 2026

Budget 2027: Government Earmarks RM60m For Matrade, RM1b To Boost MSME Exports

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim allocated RM60 million to Matrade for helping local companies diversify into overseas markets, paired with RM1 billion from Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhad specifically…

09. October 2026

Budget 2027: Govt Rolls Out Six Initiatives To Attract Global Firms, Skilled Talent

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim unveiled six measures to attract global companies and talent, the Global Services Hub incentive now carries a 5% tax rate for new companies and extends in five-year block…

09. October 2026

Orange Economy Has Potential To Power Growth Of Malaysia's Creative Sector, Says Fahmi

The communications minister says the creative economy, already 6.8% of GDP, has room to grow further as digital distribution lets local podcasts, music, animation and games reach global audiences dir…

08. October 2026

Tax-exempt Taxpayers Can Opt To Keep Using E-invoices, Says Liew

Since September 1, roughly 1.1 million MSMEs with annual sales under RM3 million no longer have to implement e-invoicing, but 164,435 of them have voluntarily kept using it. This matters because it c…

07. October 2026

Ageing Society Creates Opportunities For Malaysia's MedTech Sector

Malaysia's ageing population and rising healthcare needs are creating openings for companies and startups in medical technology, with the government targeting RM50 billion in medical device exports b…

06. October 2026

World Bank Lifts Malaysia's 2026 Growth Forecast To 5.1pc On AI Investment Wave

The World Bank raised its growth forecast to 5.1% for this year and 4.7% for 2027, a 0.7 percentage point upgrade, pointing to AI-related exports as the main driver, which account for over 70% of rec…

06. October 2026

Longevity Should Be Seen As Economic Opportunity, Not Ageing Cost - Expert

An ageing-policy expert argues that societies should stop treating longer lifespans purely as a healthcare and pensions burden, pointing out that healthcare accounts for only around 11% of what shape…

05. October 2026

B15 Biodiesel Cuts Petroleum Diesel Use By 20,410 Tonnes Monthly

The B15 biodiesel blend, raised from B10 starting June 1, 2026, cut average petroleum diesel consumption by 20,410 tonnes (23.62 million litres) monthly from June to August, according to the Plantati…

05. October 2026

Nine In 10 Workers May Feel Unprepared for AI As PEOPLElogy Launches National AI Readiness Week To Get 5 Million Malaysians Ready By 2030

The country is short more than 500,000 AI-skilled workers, a gap large enough to put RM50 billion in projected AI economic potential at risk by 2030. A national campaign is now running a five-day pub…

05. October 2026

Sarawak Launches Locally Designed Semiconductor Chip, Cybersecurity Roadmap And Sarawak Pass Expansion

A state government has unveiled its first locally designed gallium nitride power semiconductor chip alongside a first comprehensive cybersecurity strategy and an expanded digital identity system cove…

04. October 2026

Malaysia Cuts Use Of Ozone-Depleting HCFC By Nearly 80pc, Eyes Full Phase-Out By 2030

The Department of Environment reports a nearly 80% reduction in hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) consumption under its phase-out plan, targeting a complete elimination by 2030 in line with Montreal Pro…

03. October 2026

Anwar Calls On Young Malaysians To Master AI And New Tech To Drive Economic Growth

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim urged Malaysian youth to master AI and quantum computing, framing it as a matter of competitiveness: master these technologies or be mastered by them. He paired that with…

03. October 2026

Experts call for 'Ministry of Longevity' to prepare Malaysia for aged nation status

Rural communities in Malaysia continue to face gaps in access to healthcare, with challenges including limited medical facilities, shortages of healthcare professionals and difficulties accessing spe…

02. October 2026

Keep Two 5G Options Distinct, Says Analyst

An industry analyst has called for stronger safeguards to ensure the two 5G networks maintain distinct technological capabilities amid potential changes in ownership and suppliers. Clear governance…

02. October 2026

Malaysia's Manufacturing Momentum Cools In September, But Hiring And Price Relief Hold Steady

A key manufacturing sentiment index slipped below the neutral growth threshold in September for the first time in four months, as softer domestic demand led firms to scale back production and purchas…

01. October 2026

Planning Cities That Last

Urban planning experts at a climate conference argued that cities are still relying on historical hazard maps rather than forward-looking climate projections, leaving infrastructure decisions underpr…

01. October 2026

Malaysia Plans A-to-D Food Grades To Nudge Manufacturers — And Consumers — Towards Healthier Choices

The Health Ministry is working toward gazetting a mandatory A-to-D nutrition grading system for packaged food and drinks by year-end, starting with sugar content in ready-to-drink beverages, with adv…

01. October 2026

Singapore, Malaysia Explore Third-Country Investment In JS-Sez

Officials are now working to draw third-country investors into the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone, extending the partnership beyond the two founding sides toward broader investor and export ma…

01. October 2026

GLICs, GLCs To Catalyse Domestic Economy With Additional RM120 Bln Investments - Amir Hamzah

Government-linked investment companies and government-linked companies are channelling an additional RM120 billion into the domestic economy over a five-year period, with over RM20 billion already de…

30. September 2026

PETRONAS Exploring Ways To Produce Cheaper Advanced Fuel, Says Downstream CEO

A national oil company is working to make its advanced sustainable fuel more cost-effective without sacrificing performance, as it continues a long-running fuel development partnership tied to Formul…

30. September 2026

Penang Draws 285,400 Medical Tourists, RM601.8m Revenue In First Half Of 2026

A regional healthcare hub recorded roughly 285,400 medical tourist arrivals and RM601.8 million in related revenue in the first half of the year, underscoring the growing scale and economic weight of…

30. September 2026

Proton: Long-Term Auto Policy, Comprehensive Vehicle Renewal Framework Needed In Budget 2027

Proton wants Budget 2027 to lock in a long-term, technology-neutral EV policy, backing upstream manufacturing, local vendors and supplier localisation to bring costs down. It's also pushing for a nat…

30. September 2026

Malaysia Needs 25,000 Rail Sector Workers By 2030 — Deputy HR Minister

Authorities estimate a need for 25,000 skilled workers in rail technology and operations by 2030, prompting the development of tailored technical and vocational training programmes to meet surging in…

29. September 2026

Job Mismatch, AI Skills Among Youth Expectations For Budget 2027

Youth representatives are calling for the upcoming national budget to address worsening graduate skills mismatches and underemployment, as AI and digital technology continue reshaping the job market…

29. September 2026

Health Minister: Mission Is To Transform Healthcare Within 15th Parliament Timeframe

The health ministry has set a goal to modernise the national healthcare system and improve patient service delivery within the current parliamentary term, with a focus on digitalisation, interoperabi…

29. September 2026

Powering Past The Data Centre Boom: How Malaysia Must Build, Not Just Host

Malaysia's rapid data centre and cloud investment growth has prompted a shift in policy focus from merely hosting digital infrastructure to building the applications, talent and industries that gener…

29. September 2026

New Automotive Investors Could Replace BYD In Tanjong Malim — Perak MB

State authorities have confirmed that several automotive companies are in talks to invest in an industrial tech park after a major EV manufacturer withdrew its plans for a local assembly plant there…

29. September 2026

5G In Malaysia: Strategic Autonomy As A Growth Model

A dual-network 5G model lets enterprises choose between Western and Eastern technology ecosystems, mirroring a wider strategy of staying open to both blocs rather than depending on one. This matters…

28. September 2026

Meta, KUSKOP Launch Small Business Growth Academy To Empower Malaysian MSMEs With AI, WhatsApp For Business Tools

A new public-private training initiative has been launched to help small and medium enterprises adopt AI-enabled tools and messaging-based commerce to reach customers and grow their businesses. This…

26. September 2026

CorefloX Expands Global Manufacturing With Malaysia Facility

A liquid-cooling products specialist has commenced operations at a new manufacturing facility designed to produce cooling infrastructure for data centres and AI computing environments, with capacity…

25. September 2026

Effects of Middle East Conflict Widen Beyond Petrol, Says Economy Minister

The impact of the Middle East conflict on global energy supplies is now extending beyond petrol, with higher natural gas and coal prices increasing electricity generation costs, according to Economy…

17. September 2026

MOHE’s Targeted Tour 2026 Widens Higher Education Access for Orang Asli

The Ministry of Higher Education’s (MOHE) Targeted Tour 2026 has continued in Perak, focusing on expanding direct access to higher education information and opportunities for the Orang Asli community…

17. September 2026

Malaysia Treasurers Bullish On AI, Digital Currencies Despite Integration Barriers

Malaysian treasury professionals are increasingly confident in the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital currencies to transform treasury operations, although integration challenges…

17. September 2026

El Niño, Middle East War Increase Asia's Food Security Risks, Says Verisk

A risk consultancy has warned that severe weather disruptions, combined with ongoing war-related fuel and fertiliser supply shocks, are driving up food inflation across Asia and could trigger civil u…

17. September 2026

Malaysia’s Power Grid Strains Under Data Centre Boom and Renewables Growth

Malaysia’s electricity grid is facing increasing pressure from the rapid growth of data centres alongside rising renewable energy penetration, creating new technical challenges for the energy sector…

15. September 2026

NCER Explores EV, Automotive Investments as Part of RM470 Bln Target

The Northern Corridor Economic Region (NCER) is assessing investment opportunities in the electric vehicle (EV) and automotive sectors as part of its plan to diversify beyond its established electric…

15. September 2026

Healthcare Reforms Will Take Time, But Cannot Lose Momentum, Say Experts

Healthcare experts say Malaysia’s healthcare reforms will require time and sustained implementation, while stressing that momentum should be maintained. The reform agenda involves addressing structur…

14. September 2026

Health Ministry Preparing For Possible Rise In Public Hospital Patients Amid Soaring Insurance Costs

Health authorities are actively planning for a potential surge in public hospital patients as private health insurance premiums have reportedly climbed by as much as 20% annually, prompting a joint r…

13. September 2026

Nurses Wanted: Public Service Commission Says 400 Posts Still Open Despite Hiring Push

Public sector recruiters have filled over 1,000 nursing vacancies through faster open-interview and walk-in hiring methods, yet still need several hundred more nurses as healthcare demand continues t…

12. September 2026

Economy Minister Says Malaysia to Deepen Renewable Energy, Connectivity Ties with Indonesia, Thailand

Malaysia is strengthening regional cooperation with Indonesia and Thailand in renewable energy and connectivity under the Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle (IMT-GT), including through initi…

12. September 2026

As Malaysia Turns 63, Rural Communities Are Still Waiting for Equal Healthcare

12. September 2026

Workforce With Right Capabilities and Skills Vital in Powering Malaysia’s Energy Transition – TNB Official

Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) is focusing on developing a future-ready workforce with the capabilities needed to support Malaysia’s energy transition, rather than concentrating solely on workforce number…

11. September 2026

Govt Seeks More Ideas to Power Auto Sector

The government is seeking further ideas and proposals from industry stakeholders to support the development and growth of Malaysia’s automotive sector. The initiative reflects ongoing efforts to stre…

11. September 2026

Climate Change Bill Balances Mitigation, Adaptation, Says Ministry

The proposed National Climate Change Bill will establish a legal framework covering both climate mitigation and adaptation, with the Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Ministry saying…

10. September 2026

Budget 2027 To Drive Technology, Industrial Development In Northern Region - NCIA

NCIA chief executive Mohamad Haris Kader Sultan said Budget 2027 strengthens the Northern Region’s semiconductor and industrial base, with a new RM100 million Strategic Investment Fund in Penang for…

10. September 2026

Malaysia’s Economy Remains Resilient, Supported by Manufacturing, Data Centres, Says S&P

Malaysia’s economic outlook remains resilient, supported by strong manufacturing activity, infrastructure investment and the expanding data centre sector, according to S&P Global Ratings. The tec…

09. September 2026

Malaysia Proposed as Coordinating Entry Point for ASEAN Single Submission Model for Medical Devices

Malaysia has been proposed as the coordinating entry point for the initial implementation of an ASEAN single submission model for the pre-market approval of medical devices, with the proposal receivi…

09. September 2026

TVET Takes Flight as Drone, AI Skills Open New Pathways for Malaysian Youth

Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes incorporating drone technology and artificial intelligence (AI) are creating new skills development and career pathways for Malaysian…

08. September 2026

Malaysia’s Next Automotive Chapter: From Assembly Lines to Global Value Creation

Malaysia is seeking to move beyond vehicle assembly towards higher-value automotive activities involving electronics, semiconductors, software, batteries, sensors and charging infrastructure. The Mal…

04. September 2026

Malaysia Needs Balanced Energy Transition That Recognises Current Realities and Long-Term Ambitions – Minister

Malaysia needs a managed energy transition that balances energy security, affordability and sustainability while recognising the country’s current energy realities and long-term ambitions, Economy Mi…

03. September 2026

Malaysia’s Manufacturing Sector Records Third Straight Month of Growth in August, PMI Data Shows

Malaysia’s manufacturing sector recorded a third consecutive month of growth in August, with the S&P Global Malaysia Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) registering 50.2, although the…

01. September 2026

Maybank Says Middle East Conflict Impact On Asset Quality Less Severe Than Expected

A major regional bank reported that fallout from the Middle East conflict on loan quality has been milder than initially provisioned for, with borrowers, particularly SMEs, showing limited signs of f…

27. August 2026

Foreign Worker Applications Now Fully Online, Says HR Ministry

Malaysia has moved foreign worker recruitment applications fully online through the Foreign Workers Centralised Management System (FWCMS), removing the need for employers to submit applications manua…

22. August 2026

Malaysia’s July Exports Jump 38% Year on Year, Higher Than Forecast

Malaysia’s exports rose 38% year-on-year in July, exceeding market expectations of 34.3%, while imports increased 36.4%. The stronger trade performance was supported by continued demand across key ex…

20. August 2026

Digital Economy On Track To Account For 30% Of GDP By 2030

The digital economy is on track to contribute 30% of Malaysia’s GDP by 2030, up from 25.5% in 2025, supported by initiatives including the National AI Action Plan 2026–2030 and Malaysia Digital 2030…

18. August 2026

Malaysia Wary Of BYD Disrupting Auto Market As In Thailand – Ong Kian Ming

Malaysia is monitoring the impact of Chinese automotive investments, particularly BYD, on the domestic vehicle market, amid concerns over the disruption seen in Thailand’s automotive sector. Former d…

18. August 2026

Transport Ministry Greenlights RM60m Bridge, Giving Komuter Passengers Direct Access to RTS Station

Malaysia’s Transport Ministry has approved a RM60 million bridge linking the Bukit Chagar RTS Link Station with the KTMB Komuter service, allowing passengers to access the RTS station directly withou…

18. August 2026

Budget 2027 Seen Offering More Incentives to SMEs

Malaysia’s SMEs are expected to receive further support under Budget 2027 amid rising costs, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical uncertainties, according to Affin Bank chief economist Alan Tan…

18. August 2026

New Phase of Kemas Early Education to Focus on Technology, Religion

Malaysia’s Kemas early childhood education programme is set to enter a new phase combining technological skills with values and religious education to prepare children for changing future needs. Depu…

17. August 2026

Defend Malaysia’s ports, but identify firms abusing transshipment, says maritime expert

Concerns over the potential misuse of Malaysian ports for transshipment aimed at circumventing US tariffs have prompted calls for more targeted, evidence-based enforcement. Maritime industry observer…

16. August 2026

Policy on Pupil Protection Boosts Teacher Professionalism, Not Burden Educators

Malaysia’s Ministry of Education has clarified that the School Pupil Protection Policy is intended to strengthen teacher professionalism and establish clearer protocols for safeguarding pupils, rathe…

16. August 2026

Malaysia Must Build Home-Grown Technology And IP To Become Regional AI Hub, Says Gobind

The Malaysian government is placing greater emphasis on home-grown technology, intellectual property and skilled talent as it seeks to strengthen Malaysia’s position as a regional digital and AI hub…

13. August 2026

Renewables Must Lead Malaysia’s Coal Phase-Out to Avoid Gas Lock-In: WEF

Malaysia is being advised to accelerate renewable energy deployment and strengthen grid flexibility as coal-fired power plants begin retiring from 2029, with the World Economic Forum (WEF) warning th…

12. August 2026

Manufacturing Sales Hit RM177bil in June, Up 9.8% Y-o-Y - DOSM

Malaysia’s manufacturing sector recorded RM177 billion in sales in June 2026, representing a 9.8% year-on-year increase, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM). Growth was led by t…

11. August 2026

Get Doctors’ Views on Insurance Plans, Says MMA

The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) is calling for doctors to be consulted in the development of health insurance plans, particularly on issues related to medical costs and treatment. The associa…

09. August 2026

Foreign Investors Return to Malaysian Equities

Malaysia’s transportation and logistics sector attracted RM367.2 million in net foreign investment in July, making it one of the sectors recording the highest foreign inflows during the month. The in…

07. August 2026

No End to Issues in the Middle East - Houthis Say They Attacked Saudi Tanker off Yanbu Export Port as Oil Prices Rebound

Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has slowed following recent tanker attacks, with tracking data showing a sharp decline in the number of commodity vessels passing through the waterway. T…

05. August 2026

Anwar Orders Immediate Processing Of 15,000 Foreign Worker Applications

The government has directed the Human Resources Ministry (MOHR) to immediately process the first 15,000 foreign worker applications to address labour shortages in key sectors and support economic act…

05. August 2026

Health Reforms Must Be Guided by Evidence-Based Data, Says Dzulkefly

Malaysia’s Health Ministry is emphasising the use of accurate, evidence-based data to guide healthcare reforms and address structural challenges within the health system. Health Minister Datuk Seri D…

04. August 2026

Government Considers EV Sales Levy to Fund Public Charging Network

Malaysian Government is considering an electric vehicle (EV) sales levy to establish a dedicated fund for expanding Malaysia’s public EV charging network. The proposal is being considered as charging…

04. August 2026

Govt Wants EV Charging Network To Keep Pace With Adoption

Malaysia is pushing to expand its electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure to keep pace with the country’s growing EV adoption, with the government targeting 30,000 public charging points nation…

01. August 2026

SSM Eyes Early 2027 for Companies Act Amendments on Sustainability Reporting

The Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) is targeting early 2027 for the tabling of proposed amendments to the Companies Act 2016 that would extend sustainability reporting requirements to more non…

31. July 2026

MDEC Fully Committed to Realising Malaysia's AI Nations 2030 Vision

The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) has reaffirmed its role in supporting the government’s AI Nation 2030 vision through the Malaysia Digital 2030 (MD2030) agenda. The roadmap aims to inc…

30. July 2026

Counterfeit engine oils pose a growing and complex challenge to consumers and the automotive industry. - Pic credit SIRIM

New Sirim Certification To Combat Fake Engine Oils

Counterfeit engine oils are posing a growing threat to Malaysian motorists and the automotive sector, prompting SIRIM QAS International to introduce the SIRIM 58 Standard Certification Scheme to help…

28. July 2026

Expanding Workforce Is First Step for Healthcare

Malaysia’s approval of 66,312 new permanent positions for the Health Ministry, supported by RM6.7 billion in funding, is being viewed as a step towards addressing staffing pressures in the public hea…

25. July 2026

Auto Analyst Calls for EV Purchase Incentives, More Rural Charging Facilities in Budget 2027

Malaysia’s automotive sector is calling for greater EV purchase incentives and expanded charging infrastructure in rural areas as the government prepares Budget 2027, with charging availability ident…

25. July 2026

EU–Malaysia Trade Talks Gain Momentum: A Deal Worth Watching

Malaysia and the European Union are edging closer to a long-stalled free trade agreement (FTA) — and for EuroCham's network of European businesses in Malaysia, recent developments mark real progress…

03. July 2026

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