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AirBorneo To Expand Operations Across ASEAN, Maintains Rural Air Services

SEPANG, July 20 (Bernama) --  AirBorneo Airways will expand its operations to several destinations across ASEAN while maintaining its responsibility to provide rural air services in Sarawak and Sabah.

Analysts Project Malaysia's Exports To Grow Robustly In 2026, Driven By Stronger Demand

KUALA LUMPUR, July 20 (Bernama) -- RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB) has upgraded Malaysia’s export growth for 2026 to 21.7 per cent from the previous projection of 15.3 per cent, underpinned by stronger-than-expected year-to-date export performance, with exports expanding by 27.5 per cent.

Rubber Market Ends Higher Amid Gains In Regional Futures

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, July 20 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended higher on Monday, supported by gains in regional rubber futures markets, firmer benchmark crude oil prices and a weaker ringgit against the US dollar, said a dealer.

DPM Fadillah Welcomes AirBorneo's Inaugural Flight At KLIA

SEPANG, July 20 (Bernama) — Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof welcomed AirBorneo Airways inaugural flight from Kuching to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1 here today.

Govt Ready To Take Measures To Protect People's Welfare, Economy Amid West Asia Escalation

KUALA LUMPUR, July 20 (Bernama) -- The government is prepared to take the appropriate measures to safeguard the people’s welfare and sustain the country's economic growth following the renewed escalation of geopolitical conflict in West Asia, said Deputy Economy Minister Datuk Mohd Shahar Abdullah.

Malaysia's Total Trade Up 44.7 Pct To RM340.9 Bln In June 2026 -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, July 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s trade performance continued to strengthen in June 2026, growing by 44.7 per cent to RM340.9 billion from RM235.6 billion a year earlier on sustained growth in both exports and imports. 

Road To MAHA Labuan 2026 To Feature Fisheries, Agriculture, Agrotourism Industries

LABUAN, July 20 (Bernama) -- Visitors to Road to MAHA Labuan 2026 can look forward to themed exhibition zones showcasing agriculture, fisheries, entrepreneurship, agrotourism and food industries at the July 23-26 event at the Labuan International Sea Sports Complex.

Changan Reaffirms Thailand Investment Commitment 

KUALA LUMPUR, July 20 (Bernama) -- Changan Automobile has reaffirmed its long-term investment commitment to Thailand, highlighting the country's role as its regional manufacturing headquarters for Southeast Asia during the Thailand-China (Sichuan) Investment and Economic Forum 2026.

Road To MAHA Labuan 2026 To Drive Food Security -- Labuan Corporation

LABUAN, July 20 (Bernama) -- Road to MAHA Labuan 2026 at the Labuan International Sea Sports Complex will serve as a catalyst for food security, agro-economic growth and sustainable agricultural development on the duty-free island.

Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar, Major Currencies

By Siti Noor Afera Abu & Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, July 20 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar and major currencies on Monday, supported by stronger-than-expected advance estimates showing Malaysia's economy expanded faster in the second quarter (2Q) of 2026.

Petroleum Reserve Should Be Part Of A Broader Economic Security Strategy -- Economist

KUALA LUMPUR, July 19 (Bernama) -- A renowned economist has cautioned that a national petroleum reserve should not be a standalone energy initiative but rather be one component of a broader economic security strategy encompassing food security, critical minerals, semiconductors and digital infrastructure.

Syamsul Farizz Appointed New ECERDC CEO, To Lead ECER 2030 Agenda

PUTRAJAYA, July 18 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Economy today announced the appointment of Syamsul Farizz Nadzeri as the new chief executive officer (CEO) of the East Coast Economic Region Development Council (ECERDC).