Budget 2027 Likely To Focus On Boosting Consumption, Broad-based Growth - Economist

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- The upcoming Budget 2027 is likely to prioritise measures to boost private consumption and cushion the economy from external shocks amid underwhelming domestic demand in the first half of this year, said an economist. 

Sabah Exercises Full Sovereignty Over Carbon Projects, State Revenue - Arthur

KOTA KINABALU, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Sabah will exercise full sovereignty over the development of its carbon projects and the collection of state revenues, said Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup.

Extensive Rail Networks, Higher Renewable Capacity Can Cushion Malaysia Against Oil Shocks -- Tengku Muhammad Fa-iz Petra

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Building comprehensive rail networks and increasing utility-scale renewable capacity could be a long-term solution to reduce Malaysia’s exposure to external energy shocks, according to Dr Tengku Muhammad Fa-Iz Petra ibni Almarhum Sultan Ismail Petra.

LB Group Expands Malaysia Footprint With RM1 Bln Facility In Kedah

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- China-based titanium dioxide and inorganic chemical materials manufacturer, LB Group Co Ltd, has expanded its footprint in Malaysia with the launch of a new facility at the Gurun Heavy Industrial Park (GHIP) in Kedah, representing a total investment of RM1 billion.

Malaysia Secures Over RM28 Bln Potential Investments From China Visit

From Harlina Samson

HANGZHOU, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has secured more than RM28 billion in potential investments following trade talks with major Chinese industry players, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Financing For Priority Sectors Still Modest Despite Policy Ambitions -- BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Financing for catalytic priority sectors has remained relatively modest despite strong policy ambitions in national master plans, with lending approvals continuing to be concentrated in services, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour.

HE Group Unit Secures RM124 Mln Johor Data Centre Subcontract

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- He Group Bhd's wholly-owned subsidiary, Hexatech Engineering Sdn Bhd has secured a subcontract worth RM124 million to supply, install, test and commission the main electrical works for a data centre in Johor.

PM Anwar Reaffirms Relations Of Deep Trust With China, Praises President Xi's Leadership

From Harlina Samson

HANGZHOU, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today highlighted the deep-rooted trust and mutual confidence underpinning Malaysia's bilateral relationship with China, describing the partnership as one that transcends traditional diplomatic ties. 

Malaysia Will Remain Open To China's Investment In Technology - PM Anwar

From Harlina Samson

HANGZHOU, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will continue to be open to China’s investment in digital technology as well as cooperation, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Govt Focuses On Replanting To Boost Productivity, Smallholders' Income - Noraini

KOTA KINABALU, Sept 24 (Bernama) — Oil palm replanting efforts, particularly to replace ageing trees, remain a key government focus for boosting productivity and income of smallholders.

Sabah Remains As Second Largest CPO Producer In 2025 - Noraini

KOTA KINABALU, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Sabah remained Malaysia’s second-largest producer of crude palm oil (CPO) last year, accounting for nearly 24 per cent of the country’s total production.

EcoWorld Posts Higher Net Profit Of RM112.16 Mln In 3Q

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Eco World Development Group Bhd posted a higher net profit of RM112.16 million for the third quarter ended July 31, 2026 (3Q 2026), compared with RM101.17 million in the same quarter last year.