The stories shaping Malaysia, in focus.
Wei Jie writes on macroeconomics, tech, and Southeast Asian markets. Previously based in Singapore.
KPMG Australia has announced John Sams as its new chief executive, replacing interim leader Stan Stavros following a major scandal involving misuse of client information by the previous head.
A coalition of twelve American states has launched legal action to halt what would become Hollywood's biggest merger, arguing the deal threatens healthy market competition in entertainment.
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Apple has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, marking a dramatic reversal in their once-collaborative relationship. The tech giants are now engaged in a high-profile dispute over alleged trade secrets and competitive practices.
Singapore's High Court has rejected Standard Chartered's appeal, clearing the path for a US$2.7 billion lawsuit linked to the 1MDB scandal. The case alleges the bank facilitated dishonest assistance and breached anti-money laundering obligations.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will formally launch the completed Light Rail Transit 3 Shah Alam Line on Sunday, with the 37.8-kilometre route connecting Bandar Utama to Johan Setia via 20 new stations.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for Malaysia to rapidly advance its unmanned aerial vehicle sector, emphasizing that drone technology intersecting with AI and digital transformation represents a critical economic opportunity worth USD55 billion globally by 2030.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged comprehensive government support to position Malaysia as a leading drone technology hub, promising regulatory frameworks, research investment and closer collaboration between industry players.
Ride-hailing platform Maxim is intensifying efforts to ensure transportation accessibility for persons with disabilities, senior citizens, low-income families and other marginalised groups through affordable fares, technology solutions and strategic partnerships.
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A witness testified in court that an alleged information leak involving a former subordinate could undermine ongoing negotiations between Petronas and Petros. The employee was previously regarded as exemplary.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has unveiled plans for affordable housing developments targeting civil servants nationwide, addressing longstanding accommodation pressures faced by the public sector workforce.
Malaysia will exempt Service Tax on service charges and sinking fund contributions for non-residential buildings starting July 1, 2026, reducing operational costs for property managers, owners, and occupiers across the sector.
The 12-member CPTPP trade bloc has endorsed the US-Iran agreement and committed to maintaining open, secure sea lanes through the Strait of Hormuz, critical to global energy security and supply chain stability.
Bank Negara Malaysia has introduced the 'Semak Kasih' portal to assist beneficiaries in locating unclaimed insurance and takaful benefits left by deceased family members, addressing an estimated 50,000 unclaimed policies.
Malaysia's Cabinet will convene a dedicated committee meeting next week to address mounting foreign worker challenges across multiple sectors, with Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi chairing discussions on labour supply and management.
Pengurusan Aset Air Berhad (PAAB) celebrates its 20th anniversary with RM46.88 billion in cumulative financing and infrastructure investment, positioning itself as a cornerstone of Malaysia's water security efforts.
Ajinomoto (Malaysia) Berhad is accelerating its Middle East strategy through collaborations with renowned Saudi chefs Chef Fadi Mneimneh and Chef Rakan Aloraifi, leveraging their influence to promote halal-certified products and umami innovation.
Petronas is deepening its operational footprint in Turkmenistan, capitalising on Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's recent diplomatic visit to unlock fresh energy partnerships and economic opportunities for Malaysia in Central Asia.
A new global survey reveals that over half of consumers worldwide are prepared to pay a seven per cent premium for brands that clearly disclose how they use artificial intelligence with personal data, signalling a shift towards greater corporate accountability.
Malaysia's labour market remains stable with unemployment at just 0.04% of the workforce in June, down 20% month-on-month. Job redeployment initiatives are accelerating recovery.
Malaysia is developing comprehensive legislation to regulate e-commerce platforms more strictly, aiming to level the playing field for local micro and small businesses while tackling counterfeit goods and ensuring foreign sellers comply with local laws.
Petronas has assured Malaysia's fuel supply will remain stable and sufficient until August, covering roughly half the nation's domestic fuel requirements. The government has established a crisis task force to monitor supply security.
The Malaysian Press Institute has raised RM1.037 million in contributions and sponsorships for Malaysia Press Night 2026, which will take place next month with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in attendance.
Malaysia and Uzbekistan are expanding agricultural cooperation by combining technological expertise with traditional farming knowledge, targeting a potential doubling of agri-food trade within five to ten years.
The Malaysian Association of Employment Agencies has unveiled an insurance programme addressing gaps in domestic worker protection, offering employers compensation for abscondment and workers coverage for medical emergencies.
Malaysia and Indonesia are expanding strategic cooperation in the halal industry, with plans for new bilateral and regional councils to harmonise standards and boost trade.
Malaysia's Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah has announced that over RM4 billion of the RM5 billion SME Stabilisation Relief Facility allocation remains untapped, offering substantial support to struggling small and medium enterprises navigating cash flow pressures.
Malaysia is actively courting Russian investors by expanding its Islamic finance sector, with the Securities Commission planning exploratory visits to Central Asia in 2026-2027 and exporting shariah expertise to the region.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's recent diplomatic mission to Russia and Turkmenistan has secured crucial energy partnerships, signalling Malaysia's expanded role in global hydrocarbon markets and regional stability.
Malaysia's Competition Commission has concluded that the residential property sector operates without anti-competitive practices, with house prices demonstrating stable growth patterns throughout 2025.
Malaysia's Ministry of Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development has unveiled a 2030 strategic plan targeting digital MSMEs, introducing free e-commerce platforms and financing support to counter cost advantages enjoyed by foreign competitors.
Malaysia has begun exporting its premium MD2 pineapples to New Zealand, a market expected to generate RM4.3 million annually. The initiative marks the country's first major pineapple shipment to the Pacific region and signals broader ambitions to diversify agricultural exports.
Malaysia's Finance Ministry will consider adjustments to the BUDI Diesel subsidy programme, but only after gathering sufficient usage data to inform decision-making, following the model established by targeted fuel initiatives.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has credited Malaysia's civil service for the country's improved standing in the IMD World Competitiveness Index 2026, where Malaysia jumped eight places to rank 15th globally, attracting international attention.
Malaysia's Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has underscored the importance of maintaining consistent governance reforms under the MADANI framework to consolidate economic gains and sustain investor confidence.
Malaysia is actively courting German small and medium enterprises to boost investment in green technology, renewable energy, and water treatment. Deputy PM Fadillah highlighted Germany's expertise in vocational training as key to developing Malaysia's workforce.
Japan's Ajinomoto Co Inc, which holds a 50.38% stake in Ajinomoto (Malaysia) Bhd, is moving to acquire full ownership through privatisation and delisting from Bursa Malaysia, offering minority shareholders RM20 per share.
Ajinomoto Co Inc, controlling stakeholder in the local monosodium glutamate producer, is privatising Ajinomoto Malaysia through a RM603.4 million capital repayment scheme, offering minority shareholders a 31.58% premium to exit.
Malaysia's Domestic Trade Minister has clarified that MADANI Mart operates as a private retail initiative managed by licensed business entities under Yayasan MADANI, a registered foundation, rather than as an official government programme.
Malaysia's union membership remains low at around six per cent of the total workforce, Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan revealed, highlighting untapped growth potential and workers' limited understanding of union benefits.
The Empowering Malaysian Businesses Carnival in Melaka concluded with RM8.45 million in business matching and financing potential, drawing 70,000 visitors and generating over RM532,000 in direct product sales.
Malaysia's Parliament received two landmark competition amendment bills that would expand the Malaysia Competition Commission's investigative powers and extend competition law oversight across all economic sectors, signalling stricter market regulation.
Malaysia's Human Resources Ministry will offer TVET programmes and job placement assistance to workers displaced by global supply chain challenges, with support from PERKESO's MYFutureJobs platform.
The Usahawan MADANI Mega 2026 entrepreneurship seminar attracted 6,877 participants nationally, setting a Malaysia Book of Records milestone and reflecting growing youth interest in business creation as an economic engine.
Investment company QEW has rejected fraud allegations tied to RM20.45 million in disputed investments, asserting that 111 claimants understood the inherent risks before committing their funds.
The United States is wrapping up its investigation into forced labour allegations in Malaysia, with Washington signalling a potential 10 per cent tariff penalty if violations are substantiated following July 24.
Malaysia is creating an import control mechanism to bar goods made with forced labour, responding to a US Section 301 investigation that threatens 10% tariffs on Malaysian exports from July 24.
Malaysia's government will launch the BUDI MADANI Diesel programme on July 1, capping diesel prices at RM2.10 per litre and expecting to recover RM2 billion in annual savings by eliminating subsidy leakages through a MyKad verification system.
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Malaysia's Higher Education Ministry is reshaping its research strategy to prioritise commercialisation over academic publications, targeting stronger ties between public universities and industry partners to accelerate innovation.
Bangladesh's PM has extended an open invitation to Malaysian investors to explore fresh opportunities within the nation's evolving business landscape. The appeal signals growing economic prospects for regional investors.
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Selangor will implement assessment tax reduction guidelines for homeowners adopting green technologies from July 1, including solar installations, electric vehicles, and energy-efficient appliances, as part of the state's sustainability drive.
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Selangor's government has finalised all land matters for Port Klang's third terminal on Pulau Carey since December, involving over 1,786 hectares of seabed and land. However, the RM multi-billion project remains stalled pending federal government approval on port jurisdiction and ownership structure.
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Malaysia will reduce subsidised diesel prices to RM2.10 per litre from July, marking a key win for the MADANI Government's economic reform agenda and targeted subsidy mechanism using MyKad verification.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim disclosed that the federal government has distributed RM16 billion to Johor over three years, surpassing the state's RM14 billion revenue contribution—demonstrating a net federal investment in the southern state.
Malaysia and Bangladesh have established a Joint Working Group to strengthen worker migration governance, with plans for an updated Memorandum of Understanding ensuring ethical recruitment practices and worker welfare.
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Bangladesh's Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has signalled his nation's determination to secure closer ties with ASEAN, including aspirations for Sectoral Dialogue Partner status and membership in the RCEP trade bloc, during bilateral discussions in Putrajaya.
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Malaysia and Bangladesh are broadening their partnership beyond traditional agricultural trade into artificial intelligence, energy, and semiconductor manufacturing, signalling a strategic pivot toward high-technology collaboration.
The 15th Parliament's Fifth Session opens today with debate centred on trade disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and their effects on local industries. Lawmakers will also address AI governance concerns and hajj management improvements.
The Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives has disbursed nearly RM100 million to over 4,300 Melaka entrepreneurs, part of a broader national effort to inject RM15 billion into MSMEs this year.
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Sarawak's Tambirat Waterfront project faces probable litigation as Phase One stalls, jeopardising Phase Two development and upcoming regatta competitions, according to state officials.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's recent diplomatic missions to Russia and Turkmenistan have yielded significant energy agreements that diversify Malaysia's fuel sources and strengthen the nation's long-term security outlook.
TEKUN Nasional is piloting a 24-hour financing approval system for loans under RM20,000 to help MSMEs access working capital faster. The initiative, to launch within two to three months, represents a significant acceleration in Malaysia's small business lending.
Penang Chinese Town Hall posted RM12.61 million in revenue for 2025, with donations comprising the majority of income. The organization is expanding its role in regional artificial intelligence cooperation.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed optimism about ongoing negotiations between Malaysia's two major state-owned oil companies, Petronas and Petros, indicating the talks are progressing favourably.
Malaysia's government will reduce subsidised diesel to RM2.10 per litre from July 2026, verified via MyKad. The move aims to standardise pricing across the nation and provide targeted relief to genuine users.
Rim assemblyman Datuk Khaidirah Abu Zahar is spearheading rural economic growth through community tourism initiatives and local industry development, aiming to create sustainable income streams for residents.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's recent visits to Tashkent, Kazan, and Ashgabat demonstrate Malaysia's strategic expansion into Central Asian and Caucasian markets, creating multiple economic and diplomatic opportunities.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that Malaysia will cap subsidised diesel prices at RM2.10 per litre from July 2026 through a targeted subsidy system using MyKad verification, mirroring the existing BUDI MADANI RON95 petrol programme.
Malaysia's Housing Ministry is launching a comprehensive review of the Certificate of Completion and Compliance (CCC) system introduced in 2007, establishing a task force to reduce bureaucracy, enhance digital integration, and modernise building approvals for sustainable urbanisation.
Malaysia's inflation outlook appears stable in the near term, yet economists warn the economy remains structurally vulnerable to external commodity shocks and foreign exchange movements that could disrupt price stability.
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Malaysia's government has committed RM9.8 billion through six major financial institutions to enhance microfinancing accessibility for small traders and hawkers nationwide, with direct grassroots feedback being channelled to policymakers.
Takaful IKHLAS, a subsidiary of MNRB Holdings, has distributed Aidiladha aid worth RM59,500 to vulnerable communities in Seremban through its Kasih Korban Programme, benefiting 106 asnaf recipients with sacrificial meat.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has highlighted how Petronas' growing presence in Turkmenistan's energy sector provides Malaysia access to vast gas reserves and enhances the nation's influence in global energy markets.
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More than 70 awards were presented at the ASEAN Property Developers Awards 2025/2026 and Top Quality Brand Awards 2025/2026 ceremony in Kuala Lumpur, honouring developers and businesses driving regional excellence and sustainable growth.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has secured assurances from Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding stable oil and gas supplies to Malaysia for the next 20 years, bolstering energy security as the nation navigates regional economic partnerships.
Malaysia faces a growing property overhang with 14,201 completed residential units valued at RM2.77 billion sitting vacant. The crisis reflects a fundamental disconnect between developer supply and buyer purchasing power.
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Johor recorded 13,425 employers registered under HRD Corp last year, directly training 479,905 workers. Minister Ramanan highlighted RM208.21 million in levy collections and RM191.5 million in financial assistance disbursed across the state.
MAHA 2026 will welcome international exhibitors from Brazil, China, the US, Japan, South Korea, Hungary and Guangxi for the first time, promising enhanced business opportunities and agricultural innovation for local participants and visitors.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has outlined a transformative economic shift for Malaysia, positioning the nation to capitalise on emerging opportunities in semiconductors, advanced technology, and artificial intelligence sectors.
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Telekom Malaysia has committed RM500,000 to Tabung Kasih@HAWANA, a welfare fund supporting media practitioners. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil urged other corporations to follow suit as the media industry faces mounting financial pressures.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has praised Turkmenistan's decision to award two significant gas fields to Petronas, describing the development as a pivotal achievement for Malaysia's energy independence and positioning the national oil company as a key regional player.
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Malaysia's media sector has embraced the government's RM1 million boost to the Tabung Kasih@HAWANA welfare fund and renewal of the Media Innovation Fund, signalling commitment to supporting both practitioner welfare and technological advancement.
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Malaysia and Thailand are engaged in intensive negotiations over a temporary suspension of shrimp imports, with both countries seeking to protect their interests while ensuring biosecurity standards are met.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has allocated RM1 million to Tabung Kasih@Hawana 2026, pledging continued government support for media industry initiatives and journalist welfare programmes.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced strategic energy partnerships with Russia and Turkmenistan, securing Malaysia's oil and gas supply for at least two decades while opening export opportunities to China, Japan and South Korea.
Penang is pursuing expanded cooperation with Hungary in higher education, technological innovation, water management and green initiatives, following high-level discussions between state leaders and a Hungarian diplomatic delegation.
Malaysia's Transport Minister Anthony Loke has confirmed that diesel trains operating the Southern Shuttle service between Kulai, JB Sentral, and Pasir Gudang represent a temporary arrangement while the ministry awaits delivery of new Electric Multiple Unit trains.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has highlighted how Malaysia's policy of maintaining political neutrality while engaging with all major powers is enhancing investor confidence and fuelling the nation's economic expansion.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says Petronas's stake in a major Turkmenistan gas field reflects global confidence in Malaysia's stability, unity, and economic competence on the world stage.
Malaysia's e-invoicing system has triggered declarations of RM4.07 billion in previously unreported income from 52,540 taxpayers since its August 2024 launch, as LHDN employs data analytics to close tax compliance gaps.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's official visit to Turkmenistan has paved the way for expanded cooperation between the two nations across energy, trade, investment, transportation, education and technology sectors.
A collective legal action has been launched by 111 investors against QEW Group Bhd and company directors over alleged losses totalling RM20.45 million from a Shariah-compliant investment product.
Malaysia's competition regulator and statistics agency have formalized a partnership to share data and expertise, aiming to improve market monitoring, policy implementation, and competition enforcement across the economy.
Malaysia's Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living conducted a major enforcement operation in Johor Bahru, seizing RM600,000 worth of suspected counterfeit branded goods from three premises and detaining four individuals for investigation.
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has briefed Sultan Nazrin Shah on government initiatives to expand communication infrastructure and service coverage across Perak, with online safety also highlighted as a priority.
A potential peace agreement between the US and Iran could help stabilise global oil prices, according to Malaysia's Political Secretary to the Finance Minister, though he cautioned that full recovery would require several months.
Twenty entrepreneurs selected through a rigorous screening process have received motorcycles and equipment under the iTEKAD CIMB Islamic-MAINPP programme, backed by RM400,000 in matching grants to support income generation.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Turkmenistan President Serdar Berdimuhamedov witnessed the signing of a strategic partnership between PETRONAS and Turkmenistan authorities, cementing three decades of energy sector collaboration and unlocking opportunities in natural gas exploration.
A group of 111 investors has launched High Court proceedings against QEW Group and two directors, claiming RM20.5 million in investment capital remains unrecovered following an alleged failed scheme.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall is investing RM200 million to modernise 287 hawker markets under its Lestari Niaga initiative, directly aiding more than 11,000 small traders with upgraded infrastructure and temporary financial assistance during construction phases.
MSCI has intensified concerns about Indonesia's market transparency, citing poor visibility of shareholdings and suspicious trading patterns. A potential downgrade to frontier status could trigger $13 billion in outflows.
The Kelantan Malay Malaysian Chamber of Commerce has raised alarm over foreigners leveraging marriages to local women and business partnerships to circumvent regulatory requirements, creating unfair competition for legitimate operators.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is concluding his official visit to Turkmenistan with strategic discussions aimed at strengthening trade and investment partnerships between Malaysia and the Central Asian energy-rich nation.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's visit to Turkmenistan signals Malaysia's commitment to expanding economic ties with Central Asia through enhanced trade arrangements, energy partnerships, and fresh investment opportunities.
Transport Minister Anthony Loke indicated that Port Klang 3 construction could commence as early as this year, contingent on resolving outstanding land matters with the Selangor state government.
The Port Klang Free Zone has generated RM108 million in revenue as its operational reactivation programme reaches 86 per cent completion, signalling robust recovery under Transport Minister Loke Siew Fook's administration.
Japan's refreshed Indo-Pacific strategy emphasizes artificial intelligence, secure data infrastructure and regional capacity building, positioning Malaysia as a key partner in the region's digital transformation and economic resilience.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has signalled Malaysia's intent to pursue broader use of local currencies in cross-border trade, citing China's bilateral payment success as a model for regional economic cooperation.
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The Selangor State Government is resolving critical land disputes for Port Klang's Third Terminal on Carey Island, with Transport Minister Anthony Loke confirming efforts to commence construction this year under a Build-Operate-Transfer concession arrangement.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has uncovered a sophisticated fraud operation in which companies, agents, and accountants exploited workers' personal data to illegally claim approximately RM9 million in government wage incentives.
Malaysia's government is fine-tuning its carbon tax mechanism, focusing on industry preparedness and channelling revenue towards climate resilience and forest conservation, Natural Resources Minister Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup announced.
Malaysia's Transport Ministry has launched Shuttle Selatan, a new rail service connecting Kulai, JB Sentral and Pasir Gudang. The initiative aims to serve over two million residents with affordable fares and integrated first-last-mile solutions.
Kedah's domestic trade ministry raided an animal feed factory in Kuala Ketil, seizing over 53 tonnes of wheat flour worth RM100,251 for operating without proper authorisation to store the commodity.
Malaysia's government-linked investment companies have lifted their financial backing for Bumiputera enterprises to RM2 billion in 2026, representing a substantial increase from the previous year's RM1.3 billion commitment.
PERHEBAT and INSKEN have launched the PUVET ATM Master Class to develop entrepreneurial capabilities among military veterans, targeting 180 participants with intensive coaching and positioning them for millionaire-level business success.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is heading to Russia to meet President Vladimir Putin and ASEAN leaders, aiming to secure Malaysia's oil and diesel supplies and strengthen energy security amid regional supply disruptions.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for Malaysia's economic development to benefit all Malaysians equally, particularly those in rural and grassroots communities.