Colombia's Razor Sharp Presidential Race Sparks Dispute Over Vote Count

MKS Opens MKS Supercenter Factory In Penang With Over RM400 Mln Investment

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 (Bernama) -- Global semiconductor technology company MKS Inc has opened its MKS Supercenter Factory in Penang, representing a strategic investment of over RM400 million.

Malaysia Leads Sea Semiconductor Industry, Draws Global Partnerships -- Trade Minister

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has the strongest semiconductor ecosystem in Southeast Asia, making it the top destination for collaboration among major technology players from Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, China and the United States.

HICOOL Deepens Singapore Push In Southeast Asia

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- China's HICOOL Global Startup Competition has expanded its presence in Singapore, positioning the city-state as a strategic gateway for Southeast Asian entrepreneurs seeking access to China's industrial ecosystem and market opportunities.

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.

Malaysia Has To Be Bold In Strengthening Economic Relations With Russia -- Anwar

From Nurul Hanis Izmir

KAZAN, June 18 (Bernama) — Malaysia needs to be more bold and aggressive in strengthening economic relations with Russia and other countries that have the potential to benefit the nation, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said.

Aizo's Unit Secures RM346.19 Mln Islamic Financing Facilities To Support Solar Project In Kampar 

KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 (Bernama) -- Aizo Group Bhd’s subsidiary, Wawasan Demi Sdn Bhd, has secured Islamic financing facilities of up to RM346.19 million from Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Bhd (BPMB). 

Countries Seeking To Develop AI Capabilities Need To Navigate Trusted Partner Networks, Says Expert

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

TASHKENT, June 18 (Bernama) -- Countries seeking to develop artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities will need to navigate new alliances, controls and trusted partner networks as the technology increasingly becomes a geopolitical issue, said an expert today.

MAHB Appoints Azmil Khalid As Non-Independent Non-Executive Chairman

KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) has appointed Tan Sri Dr Azmil Khalid as its non-independent non-executive chairman, effective June 18, 2026.

MR D.I.Y. Thailand Earns Spot In Key Set Benchmark Indices

By Kenny Teng

BANGKOK, June 18 (Bernama) -- Thailand’s leading home improvement and lifestyle retailer, MR D.I.Y. Holding (Thailand) Public Company Limited (MRDIYT), has been selected for inclusion in three key indices of the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), underscoring growing investor confidence in the company’s business fundamentals and market position.

PKFZ Records RM108 Mln Revenue As 'Reactivation' Hits 86 Pct

PULAU INDAH, June 18 (Bernama) -- The Port Klang Free Zone (PKFZ), now 86 per cent “reactivated” after nearly two decades of underutilisation, has generated RM108 million in revenue.