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Malaysia Secures RM791.54 Mln Export Sales At Farnborough International Airshow 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's participation at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) 2026 has generated RM791.54 million (US$192.36 million) in export sales following five days of intensive business engagements in the United Kingdom from July 20-24, 2026.

EU Businesses Seek High-quality Malaysia-EU FTA To Boost Investment, Trade

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 5 (Bernama) -- European business leaders are calling for a high-quality Malaysia-European Union (EU) free trade agreement (FTA) that delivers practical commercial outcomes while strengthening long-term investment and cooperation.

EU-CBAM Implementation Costs For Malaysia's Iron, Steel Industry Could Reach RM970.7 Mln In 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- A study by the Malaysian Steel Institute (MSI) estimates that costs associated with implementing the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (EU-CBAM) could reach RM970.7 million for Malaysia’s iron and steel industry in 2026, with the cost expected to rise progressively in subsequent years.

Compliance A Strategic Advantage For Labuan IBFC, Not Business Constraint — Labuan FSA

LABUAN, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- Financial institutions in the Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (Labuan IBFC) must regard compliance as a strategic capability that strengthens competitiveness rather than merely a regulatory obligation.

Maker Recipe To Boost Local Position, Aims To Go Global With RM1.7 Mln Investment

JITRA, Aug 3 (Bernama) -- Local spice producer Maker Recipe Sdn Bhd plans to go global with its traditional spice brand, Cap O, within the next three years with an investment of RM1.7 million.

Tawau Port Acquires Two New Dock Cranes Worth RM70 Million - Hajiji

TAWAU, Aug 2 (Bernama) -- The acquisition of two new quay cranes worth RM70 million for Tawau Port is expected to boost port efficiency and strengthen its role as a key maritime gateway on Sabah’s east coast.

Malaysia Calls For Stronger ASEAN Integration To Boost Manufacturing Competitiveness

By Anas Abu Hassan

SINGAPORE, July 31 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has called on ASEAN member states to strengthen regional integration and compete collectively with global manufacturing regions, instead of competing among themselves.

Bursa Malaysia To Unveil 2027-2030 Strategic Roadmap In Fourth Quarter

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) — Bursa Malaysia Bhd is set to unveil its strategic roadmap for 2027-2030 in the fourth quarter of this year (4Q 2026), outlining initiatives to accelerate market growth, diversify revenue streams and strengthen the exchange’s long-term competitiveness.

Malaysia Benefits From Global Supply Chain Shift, Needs Stronger Value-Added Exports

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's record trade performance in 2025 reflects its position as a strategic trade and manufacturing hub amid global supply chain realignment, although the country needs to strengthen domestic value-added exports to sustain long-term competitiveness, said AmBank Group chief economist Firdaos Rosli.

MICCI Calls On Members To Intensify Investment In Talent And Innovation To Remain Competitive

GEORGE TOWN, July 30 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian International Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MICCI) has called on its members to invest more in talent development and innovation to ensure their businesses remain competitive as artificial intelligence (AI), automation and digitalisation continue to transform industries and reshape the future of work.

Malaysian MSMEs Ready To Tap ASEAN's 680-mln-consumer Market Under DEFA: Sim

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are well positioned to tap ASEAN's 680-million-consumer market under the proposed Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA), supported by their high level of digital adoption, Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Sim Tze Tzin said.

ASEAN Needs Massive Capital, Stronger Partnerships To Accelerate Energy Transition -- Anwar

PETALING JAYA, July 29 (Bernama) -- ASEAN requires massive, sustained and structured capital to build solar farms, upgrade grids, install battery storage, and upskill workers, as national governments cannot bear this burden alone, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.