Business : India Eyes Deeper Ties In Semiconductors And Digital Economy With Malaysia

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani and Mikhail Raj Abdullah KUALA LUMPUR, July 2 (Bernama) -- India is keen to deepen its already robust business linkages with Malaysia in the fast-growing semiconductor industry and digital economy. India’s High Commissioner to …

Asdirhyme Abdul Rasib appointed as chief executive of Malaysia's MyPower Corporation

Malaysia’s MyPower Corporation, a special-purpose government agency which coordinates national electricty supply reforms, has appointed Asdirhyme Abdul Rasib as its new chief executive officer, effective 23 June 2025. To continue reading, subscribe to Eco‑ …

The US sends lots of plastic trash overseas. Malaysia just said no thanks

KUALA LUMPUR - In the shadow of US President Donald Trump’s tariff fights, a different kind of trade war is playing out involving candy wrappers and plastic bottles. On July 1, Malaysia, which received more discarded plastic from rich nations than any …

Malaysia sees Italy as key strategic partner, says Anwar

ROME: The peace that Malaysia and the region enjoy has paved the way for a blossoming economic environment and a robust private sector, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister said Malaysia, as Asean chair, had endeavoured to resolve contentious …

Malaysia records RM51.5bn in foreign direct investment inflows for 2024

This growth was led by inflows into services, high-tech manufacturing, and green investments, driving job creation. Key investors included Singapore, Hong Kong, and the US. Malaysia recorded a stronger net inflow of RM51.5bn in foreign direct investment ( …

Tariff: Positive response from US to Malaysia's approach

KUALA LUMPUR: The United States (US) has responded positively to Malaysia's approach and engagements on tariff issues and proposals, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan. He said Malaysia’s proactive engagement and approach with the …

Bursa Malaysia trends higher, boosted by PETRONAS-linked stocks

KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia trended higher in early trade on Wednesday, supported by gains in the energy sector, particularly PETRONAS-linked stocks, following a weaker start to the day. The FBM KLCI rose 2.99 points, or 0.19% to 1,544.52 at 9.16 am. It …

Markel targets Malaysia expansion with new country head

Malaysia’s KLIA Aerotrain resumes service on July 1

SEPANG, Selangor – After a more than two-year wait, travellers at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) can breathe a sigh of relief as the aerotrain service resumed on July 1. Capable of ferrying a total of 270 passengers in each ride, it shortens …

Markel International appoints Jasminder Kaur as Principal Officer - Malaysia

SINGAPORE, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Markel Insurance, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE:MKL), today announced the appointment of Jasminder Kaur as Principal Officer - Malaysia, marking a significant step in the company…