Petronas Drives New Momentum In Strengthening Malaysia-Turkmenistan Ties Through Strategic Cooperation

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Petroliam Nasional Bhd's (Petronas) expanding role in Turkmenistan has emerged as a key pillar of renewed Malaysia-Turkmenistan relations, following Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's recent official visit to the Central Asian nation, with the national oil and gas company’s long-standing presence continuing to open new avenues for energy cooperation, economic growth and broader bilateral collaboration.

Malaysia Must Develop A Growth Engine In Drones, Unmanned Aerial And Low Altitude Craft – Loke

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must position itself as an active participant in the rapidly emerging low altitude economy (LAE) sector, which could potentially be the new growth engine, Transport Minister Anthony Loke said today.

LBS' Lim Hock San Receives ASEAN Lifetime Achievement Award

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- LBS Bina Group Bhd group executive chairman Tan Sri Dr Lim Hock San has been conferred the Lifetime Achievement Award 2026 - Visionary Business Leadership & Community Excellence at the ASEAN Outstanding Business Award 2026 held in Kuala Lumpur.  

Penang Eyes Direct Jinan-Penang Flights To Strengthen Air Connectivity With Northern China

GEORGE TOWN, June 23 (Bernama) -- The Penang government is exploring the possibility of launching direct flights between Jinan and Penang as part of its efforts to strengthen air connectivity with northern China and expand the state’s tourism market reach.

Diplomacy With All Countries Helps Secure Long-term Energy Supplies For Logistics, Transportation -- Loke

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Long-term supply agreements for oil, gas and diesel for at least 20 years will provide stability to the logistics and transportation sectors, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook.

Govt Open To Cooperation On Sabah SEZ

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- The government is ready to assess appropriate forms of cooperation should the Sabah state government wish to spearhead the state's economic transformation through the establishment of a Special Economic Zone (SEZ), the Economy Ministry said.

Malaysia, Bangladesh Eye Fast-track FTA, Collaboration In Energy And Halal Industry

PUTRAJAYA, June 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Bangladesh have agreed to strengthen bilateral economic relations through a fast-track free trade agreement (FTA) and enhanced cooperation in key growth sectors, including energy and the halal industry.

LPA Backs MPM’s Move To Position Labuan Port For International Cruise Handling

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, June 20 (Bernama) -- The Labuan Port Authority (LPA) is backing Labuan’s containerised port operator Megah Port Management Sdn Bhd (MPM) in its move to diversify its operations from core cargo handling activities to the handling of international cruise liners.

Turkmenistan Partnership Strengthens Malaysia's Global Energy Position

ASHGABAT (TURKMENISTAN), June 20 (Bernama) -- Since 1996, Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas), through its wholly-owned subsidiary Petronas Carigali (Turkmenistan) Sdn Bhd (PC(T)SB), has established a presence in Turkmenistan, a Central Asian nation known for possessing some of the world’s largest oil and gas reserves.

International Traffic At KLIA Grows 2 Pct In May Amid Visit Malaysia 2026 - MAHB

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- The continued growth in international traffic reinforces Malaysia's position as a key regional gateway under the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign, according to Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB).

JTB To Acquire Asia DMC Operator EXO Travel

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- JTB Corp has agreed to acquire all shares of Bangkok-based EXO Travel Group through a group company in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, strengthening its destination management capabilities and expanding its global travel network.

Malaysia's Competitiveness Ranking Surge Signals Stronger Economic Fundamentals - Economists

By Rosemarie Khoo

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's improved standing in the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) 2026 World Competitiveness Ranking reflects the country’s strengthening economic fundamentals.