Tebedu-Entikong Route Reopening To Boost Cross-border Trade, Benefit SMEs -- SBF

By Zaphne Philip

KUCHING, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- The reopening of the Tebedu-Entikong trade route could significantly stimulate economic activity, boost cross-border trade, and attract investment between Sarawak and West Kalimantan, the Sarawak Business Federation (SBF) said.

Total RM3.8 Bln Financing Approved To Benefit About 6,800 SME Accounts

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- Financing totalling RM3.8 billion under Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) SME Stabilisation Relief Facility (SME SRF) has been approved as at Sept 30, 2026, benefiting more than 6,800 small and medium enterprise (SME) accounts.

Japan's Seafood Exports To Malaysia Surge 40 Pct as Premium Products Demand Grows

By Christine Lim

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 (Bernama) -- Japanese seafood exports to Malaysia rose by about 40 per cent in the first eight months of 2026, driven by stronger demand for premium products and growing consumer appreciation of Japanese cuisine.

Islamic Finance Has Evolved through Innovation With Purpose To Drive Economic, Social Impact – BNM Governor

By M.Saraswathi and Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s Islamic finance industry is evolving beyond traditional banking to play a wider role in people’s lives and the economy, from helping microentrepreneurs build sustainable businesses to enabling small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to enter global markets. 

Minimum Wage Exemption In Budget 2027 To Help MSMEs Adjust Recruitment, Salaries -- SME Corp

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- The RM2,000 minimum wage exemption for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with annual sales revenue below RM50 million in Budget 2027, effective June 2027, would help businesses adjust their workforce recruitment and salary structures, said SME Corporation Malaysia.

PM Anwar Fulfils Promise To Expedite Flood Mitigation Projects, Help Long-Suffering Victims

By Mikhail Raj Abdullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 (Bernama) -- Staying true to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar’s promise made more than three years ago, the government has expedited the implementation of flood mitigation projects to ease the burden and financial hardship inflicted on victims almost seasonally by this natural disaster.

Economy Ministry Seeks Industry Input On Malaysia’s Energy Transition

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Economy has called on industry players to submit policy recommendations on energy storage, the hydrogen economy and smart grid deployment to advance Malaysia’s energy transition.

EPF Contribution Rate For Foreign Workers Relatively Low, Says MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- The two per cent Employees Provident Fund (EPF) contribution rate payable by employers for non-Malaysian workers is relatively low, the Finance Ministry (MOF) said.

KUSKOP Tightens Oversight Of Foreign e-Commerce Platforms To Protect Local MSMEs

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- The Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Ministry (KUSKOP) is coordinating efforts to ensure fair competition by strengthening oversight of foreign e-commerce platforms and enhancing the competitiveness of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).