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EPMB Launches RM9.5 Million Facility to Produce Proton Chassis Parts

The new Tanjong Malim plant aims to boost local manufacturing capabilities for key automotive components.

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AFFIN and Baiduri Bank Ink Partnership to Boost Malaysia-Brunei Financial Corridor

The two financial institutions have signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance cross-border banking services and support growing bilateral trade.

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Johor Plantations Group Faces Analyst Downgrades Following Weak Half-Year Results

Weaker production of fresh fruit bunches has led investment banks to revise their outlook on the plantation firm.

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Honor to Debut Humanoid Robot at 2026 Malaysia National Day Parade

The advanced robot will participate in the Malaysia Marathon and the official Independence Day celebrations in Putrajaya.

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Malaysia Manufacturing Capacity Hits 83.7 Percent in Second Quarter

Increased industrial activity reflects a steady year-on-year rise in the usage of domestic manufacturing facilities.

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Carousell Malaysia Integrates SPX Express For Label-Free Parcel Shipping

Sellers on the recommerce platform can now drop off parcels at over 1,000 SPX Express service points across West Malaysia.

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Rising Oil Prices Could Cost Malaysia RM750 Million Annually Per Dollar

Kenanga Research warns that increasing Brent crude prices place significant pressure on Malaysia’s federal fiscal budget due to fuel subsidies.

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Malaysia Sets Target for 300,000 AI Professionals by 2030

The government’s AI Nation 2030 plan prioritizes human capital development alongside infrastructure growth to secure the nation's digital future.

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Housing Ministry to Propose Cleaning Staff for State Honours

The Ministry of Housing and Local Government intends to nominate top-performing cleaning workers for official state recognition.

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Proton To Launch Nationwide e.MAS Branded DC Charging Network

PRO-NET partners with five major charging operators to roll out branded DC fast chargers across Malaysia.

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Bursa Malaysia Breaks Losing Streak With Gains In Key Sectors

The KLCI rose 7.5 points on Tuesday as investors turned their attention to commodities, banking, and telecommunications stocks.

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Boost Launches Digital Banking Platform for Malaysian SMEs

The new platform integrates payments, financing, and banking services into a single ecosystem for small businesses.

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Ringgit Opens Firmer Against US Dollar Amid Easing Fed Rate Hike Expectations

The local currency strengthened slightly in early trading as market sentiment shifted ahead of the release of US Federal Reserve meeting minutes.

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Three individuals to face MACC charges over RM136 million corruption case

A former investment bank CEO is among three people expected to be charged in court today regarding a corruption case exceeding RM136 million.

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Malaysia Moves to Repeal 55-Year-Old Universities and University Colleges Act

The government is set to repeal the longstanding law that has governed campus management since 1971.

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Baidu Revenues Decline For Fifth Consecutive Quarter Amid AI Strategic Shift

The Chinese tech giant reports a four percent year-on-year revenue drop as it continues its transition toward becoming an AI-first company.

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Google Partners With UK Government to Tackle Aviation Contrails

Operation Blue Skies uses artificial intelligence to identify and mitigate the environmental impact of airplane contrails.

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Tencent Cloud Announces Plans for First Malaysian Cloud Region in Johor

The Chinese tech giant is set to expand its local infrastructure with a new facility in Johor.

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Bus Cap And BYD Partner To Establish Electric Bus Plant In Perak

The two companies have signed an exclusive agreement to develop a local manufacturing facility for electric buses.

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BYD and Bus Cap Partner to Establish Electric Bus Assembly in Perak

The collaboration aims to develop a local manufacturing facility for new energy commercial vehicles in Malaysia.

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Fahmi Fadzil Names Facebook Top Platform for Scams in Malaysia

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has identified Facebook as the primary source of online scams reported by Malaysians.

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Ringgit Gains Strength Amid Shifting US Fed Expectations and Positive GDP Data

The Malaysian currency recorded broad-based appreciation against major and regional peers following encouraging domestic economic indicators and changes in US monetary outlooks.

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Chery Q Electric Hatchback Spotted Testing in Malaysia

The compact Chery Q has been sighted on local roads in right-hand-drive configuration, signaling a potential launch to compete in the growing EV market.

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Proton AMA05 Project Emerges as Future MPV Contender

Proton has confirmed the development of the AMA05 model, which is expected to serve as a hybrid MPV within its modular vehicle lineup.

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Ringgit Strengthens Against US Dollar Amid Easing Fed Rate Hike Concerns

The Malaysian ringgit posted gains against the greenback as market expectations for a September US interest rate hike continue to decline.

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Dutch Lady Malaysia Posts Strong 40.7% Profit Growth in First Half

Increased operational efficiency and new product launches drove a significant bottom-line boost for the dairy manufacturer.

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CIMB Securities Lowers Malakoff Target Price Following Weak Half-Year Results

Malakoff Corporation faces a revised target price after reporting a significant decline in its first-half net profit.

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Bukit Chagar RTS Station To Feature New Pedestrian Link For Transit Access

A new RM60 million pedestrian connection will link the Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS station to existing rail, bus, and taxi services.

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Chin Hin and UCSI Partner for New Melaka Waterfront Education Hub

The collaboration aims to develop an integrated campus with boarding facilities within the Melaka Waterfront Economic Zone.

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Sarawak Metro Integrates Revenue Group Tech for KUTS Mobile App

Sarawak Metro has partnered with Revenue Group Berhad to implement secure payment tokenization for its upcoming urban transport application.