Cargill Invests Over US$130 Mln To Expand Asia Poultry Operations

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 29 (Bernama) -- Cargill has announced an investment of more than US$130 million over the next two years to expand its poultry operations across Asia, driven by growing global protein demand and consumer appetite for high-quality cooked poultry products. (US$1 = RM4.08)

All Approvals For Bunkering Licences, Permits To Be Handled By MOT Starting Feb 1, 2027 - Loke

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 29 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Transport (MOT) will be the single lead agency to approve bunkering licences and related permits starting Feb 1, 2027, said its Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook.

GLICs, GLCs To Catalyse Domestic Economy With Additional RM120 Bln Investments - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 29 (Bernama) -- Government-linked investment companies (GLICs) and government-linked companies (GLCs) are stepping up their role in developing the domestic economy, backed by an additional RM120 billion under the GEAR-uP initiative over 2024-2028.

Malaysia Eyes Six In Ten EPF Members To Hit Basic Savings Benchmark Of RM390,000 By 2030 - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 29 (Bernama) -- Malaysia aims to have six in 10 Employees Provident Fund (EPF) members on track to reach the ‘Basic Savings’ benchmark of RM390,000 by age 60 by 2030 under the Retirement Income Adequacy (RIA) Framework.

Budget 2027 Must Enhance People’s Ability To Adapt To AI To Boost Nation’s Competitive Advantage - HR Consultant

By Mikhail Raj Abdullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 29 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must undertake initiatives in Budget 2027 to accelerate the people’s ability to adapt to the dynamics of artificial intelligence (AI) rather than merely adopting it, a move which will help the country raise its competitive advantage.

Budget 2027: Association Calls For Greater Govt Support To Drive Direct Selling Industry

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 28 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Direct Selling Industry Development Association (MDSIDA) has called for greater government allocations and initiatives to develop the direct selling industry in Malaysia in Budget 2027.

‘Unfailingly Gentle And Kind’: Francis Yeoh Remembers Dr Siti Hasmah

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 28 (Bernama) -- YTL Corp Group executive chairman Tan Sri Francis Yeoh said Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali would be remembered for being unfailingly gentle and kind.

AirAsia MOVE Adds China Carriers China Eastern, Shanghai Airlines

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 28 (Bernama) --  All-in-one travel app AirAsia MOVE has inked strategic direct airline partnerships with China Eastern Airlines and Shanghai Airlines, enhancing access to connectivity between Malaysia, China and the region.

Budget 2027: MAA Proposes Personal Income Tax Rebate To Boost xEV Adoption, Vehicle Scrapping

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 28 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) is proposing that the government provide a personal income tax rebate for the purchase of electrified vehicles (xEVs) and voluntarily scrapping of old vehicles in the 2027 Budget.

TNB Navigates Rising Generation Costs Under Regulated Power Framework

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 27 (Bernama) -- Tenaga Nasional Bhd's (TNB) role at the centre of Peninsular Malaysia's electricity system extends beyond that of a conventional profit-driven business, with tariffs, expenditure and returns governed by a regulated framework while the utility firm maintains critical power infrastructure.

Moscow-Based Brands Seek Partners, Distributors Through MIHAS 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- Moscow-based brands are seeking partners and distributors in Malaysia and neighbouring countries for their halal products through the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2026.

Vantris Energy Subsidiary Secures RM1.8 Bln Offshore Work Contract

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- Vantris Energy Bhd’s indirect wholly owned subsidiary VTEB Offshore Sdn Bhd (VOSB), has secured two offshore transportation and installation (T&I) work orders with a combined value of about RM1.8 billion.