three asean countries agree on formation of borneo economic community

Three ASEAN countries agree on formation of Borneo economic community

Three ASEAN member countries in Kalimantan Island, namely Indonesia, Malaysia, and Brunei, have agreed to form the Borneo Economic Community (BEC) in order to stimulate green economic development in the island and the Southeast Asian region.
malaysia strives to meet domestic rice demand

Malaysia strives to meet domestic rice demand

Malaysia’s Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) is confident that white rice production in the country will recover within a month through the Special Local White Rice Programme.
foreign leaders congratulate vietnam on 78th national day

Foreign leaders congratulate Vietnam on 78th National Day

On the occasion of the 78th National Day of Vietnam (September 2, 1945 - 2023), leaders of Laos, China, Cambodia, Cuba, Russia, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines have sent congratulations to leaders of the Party and State of Vietnam.
malaysia to allocate 430 million usd for energy transition

Malaysia to allocate 430 million USD for energy transition

Malaysia will allocate 2 billion ringgit (430 million USD) to a National Energy Transition Facility to enable catalytic blended finance, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced on August 29.
malaysia attracts foreign investment through friendly approach

Malaysia attracts foreign investment through friendly approach

Malaysia is expected to receive more investments going forward, supported by investors’ confidence in the Madani Economy framework and from offshoots from existing investments, said Malaysia Semiconductor Industry Association (MSIA).
cyber attacks hit aseans finance healthcare sectors most kaspersky

Cyber attacks hit ASEAN’s finance, healthcare sectors most: Kaspersky

Finance and healthcare are the top two sectors experiencing cyber attacks in Malaysia this year despite growing resilience and awareness among financial institutions, said Kaspersky Southeast Asia general manager Yeo Siang Tiong.
us companies pledge 100 bln usd investment in malaysia

US companies pledge 100 bln USD investment in Malaysia

US companies have made investment pledges totaling 100 billion USD in various sectors in Malaysia over the last 18 months, US Ambassador to Malaysia Brian McFeeters said on August 21.
malaysia blocks live cattle imports from australia after skin disease scare

Malaysia blocks live cattle imports from Australia after skin disease scare

Malaysia has temporarily suspended live cattle and buffalo imports from Australia, the Australian government said, days after Indonesia paused some imports after lumpy skin disease (LSD) was detected in a small number of cattle after arrival.
malaysia eyes wave energy for electricity generation

Malaysia eyes wave energy for electricity generation

When one mentions renewable energy, the mind often jumps to familiar sources like solar energy, hydroelectric dams, and wind power. However, Malaysia is seeking measures to turn wave energy for electricity generation.
domestic tourism expenditure rises sharply in malaysia

Domestic tourism expenditure rises sharply in Malaysia

The key socioeconomic indicators for some Malaysian states improved in 2022, buoyed by a 248.1per cent rise in domestic tourism expenditure reaching 64.1 billion RM (14.06 billion USD) versus 18.4 billion RM in 2021, according to the State Socioeconomic Report 2022 released by the Statistics Department Malaysia (DOSM) on August 7.
malaysia indonesia eu agree to tackle concerns over deforestation rules

Malaysia, Indonesia, EU agree to tackle concerns over deforestation rules

Malaysia and Indonesia, the world's largest palm oil producers, have agreed with the European Union (EU) to promote mutual understanding and tackle concerns over the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and benchmarking via an ad hoc joint task force (JTF) co-chaired by the three parties.
malaysia expands internet service in remote areas

Malaysia expands Internet service in remote areas

Malaysia has issued a license to Starlink, the satellite communications service started by Elon Musk, to provide internet services in the country, particularly in remote areas.
gamuda land acquires 315 million project in ho chi minh city

Gamuda Land acquires $315 million project in Ho Chi Minh City

Gamuda Land, a property arm of Malaysian Gamuda Bhd, is continuing to expand its portfolio in Vietnam by acquiring a third project in Ho Chi Minh City after two acquisitions done last year.
malaysia and vietnam build on decades of trade success

Malaysia and Vietnam build on decades of trade success

Vietnam and Malaysia have confirmed a fresh cooperation framework for new sectors as part of their ongoing drive to expand bilateral trade.
vietnamese womens karate team win gold in asia

Vietnamese women’s karate team win gold in Asia

Vietnamese women’s karate team won the gold medal in kumite after beating Iranian team 2-0 in the final match on July 23 at the on-going 2023 Asian Senior Karate Championship in Malaysia.