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KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- The National Economic Action Council (NEAC) meeting has set a clear direction in managing the global energy crisis, which is increasingly acute and expected to be prolonged, by emphasising the main approach to guaranteeing the supply of energy and basic goods so that the people's daily lives are not affected.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- The government is reviewing the implementation of Malaysia's carbon tax in light of the current geopilitiocal situation, including the war in West Asia, which is exerting cost pressures on industries, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability said.
By Hasnah Jusid
JOHOR BAHRU, April 12 (Bernama) -- Johor must refine its cross-border economic strategy and sharpen policy clarity to address the outflow of skilled labour ahead of the planned launch of the Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link early next year.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 (Bernama) – An academic has urged Malaysia and Turkiye to strengthen defence cooperation by moving beyond procurement and establishing a strategic partnership to jointly develop the local defence and aerospace industry.
By Siti Radziah Hamzah
KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index is likely to break above the 1,700 psychological level in the coming week on firmer sentiment, alongside oil price stabilisation, supportive external momentum and easing volatility, and a turn in foreign fund flows, said an analyst.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s ability to sustain macroeconomic stability is crucial in navigating global economic challenges amid ongoing West Asia tensions, said Juwai IQI global chief economist Shan Saeed.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s targeted fuel subsidy reform under BUDI MADANI RON95 (BUDI95) is a step in the right direction amid the West Asia crisis as the government seeks to better manage fiscal pressures while ensuring subsidies are distributed more efficiently.
By Siti Radziah Hamzah
KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended broadly higher, with the benchmark index rising 1.16 per cent to close near the 1,700 mark, supported by positive sentiment following news of a two-week ceasefire between the United States (US) and Iran, which includes Tehran allowing safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
JAKARTA, April 8 (Bernama) -- Southeast Asia’s top ride-hailing and delivery firm, Grab, has unveiled 13 new artificial intelligence (AI)-powered features at its annual GrabX 2026 showcase, positioning its platform as an intelligent everyday guide aimed at improving daily life, travel convenience, and business operations across Southeast Asia.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- The Asian Productivity Organization (APO) has released the APO Productivity Outlook 2026, examining the relationship between energy efficiency and productivity performance, as well as its implications for sustainable development across its 21 member economies in the Asia-Pacific region.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Biodiesel Association (MBA) has called on the government to follow the proactive measures announced by other ASEAN counterparts and expedite the nationwide implementation of higher blends under the national biodiesel programme for both the transport and industrial sectors.
GEORGE TOWN, April 6 (Bernama) -- Taiwanese electronics giant Advantech Co Ltd has signed three strategic memoranda of understanding (MoU) at the Advantech ASEAN Connect Conference 2026.
