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Economy

Sustainable Finance Moves Into The Mainstream As Green Demand Grows

JAKARTA, July 1 (Bernama) -- Sustainable finance is becoming increasingly mainstream in the banking sector, as rising demand for electric vehicles (EVs), green homes and other low-carbon investments prompts financial institutions to broaden their financing and investment offerings.

JS-SEZ To Benefit From Collaboration With Italy, European Partners - Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 (Bernama) -- Collaboration with Italy and other European partners will play an important role in supporting the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), said Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.

Ant International's KL Hub To Create Jobs, Boost Local Capabilities -- PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 (Bernama) -- Ant International’s decision to establish its Global Operations Centre in Kuala Lumpur will help create jobs and strengthen local capabilities, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said, as Malaysia seeks to position itself as a regional hub for digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI).

SUGO Hosts First Malaysia Annual Gala, Strengthens Local Community

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 (Bernama) -- Online social platform, SUGO recently hosted its first annual gala in Malaysia, bringing together more than 100 creators, long-time users and partners to showcase its growing creator ecosystem and blend of entertainment and social connection.

ATON Launches AI-Powered Family Safety Platform Amid Bullying Concerns

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 (Bernama) -- ATON Inc has launched FamGuard, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered family safety platform designed to help parents monitor children's digital activities and identify potential signs of online risks, as concerns over school bullying and cyberbullying continue to grow in Singapore.

SemiconStart Marks Implementation Phase Of Malaysia's Semiconductor Drive -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's drive to strengthen its semiconductor ecosystem has moved into the implementation stage with the launch of SemiconStart Malaysia, signalling the government's focus on translating plans into tangible industry outcomes.

microLEAP, CASB, HDC Launch Initiative To Boost SME Access To Govt Contract Financing

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 (Bernama) -- Microleap PLT (microLEAP), Commerce Access Sdn Bhd (CASB) and Halal Development Corporation Bhd (HDC) have launched a nationwide initiative aimed at improving small and medium enterprises' (SMEs) access to financing for government contracts through funding, training and business support.

No Rubber Production Incentive Payment For June 2026 -- MRB

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- No Rubber Production Incentive (IPG) payment will be made to rubber smallholders for June 2026 because the average monthly farmgate prices of cuplump had remained above the activation threshold in Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak.

PAAB Launches Malaysia's First Sustainable Islamic Finance Framework Featuring Blue Finance, Advancing Water Security

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- Pengurusan Aset Air Bhd (PAAB), a wholly owned company of the Minister of Finance (Incorporated), today launched its Sustainable Islamic Finance Framework, marking three national milestones.

Maybank Indonesia Established As Financial Conglomerate Holding Company

JAKARTA, June 30 (Bernama) -- Maybank Indonesia's shareholders have approved the bank's establishment as the operational holding company of the Maybank Financial Conglomerate in Indonesia.

WTO Must Adapt To Current International Economic Realities — Johari Ghani

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- The World Trade Organization (WTO) must adapt to the realities of today’s international economy to remain relevant amid intensifying competition and evolving global trade dynamics, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani.

Global Air Passenger Demand Down 2.2 Pct In May 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- Total air passenger demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometres (RPK), declined 2.2 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) in May 2026, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).