Kuala Lumpur, Johor Baru, Penang and Ipoh have been ranked among the top 100 cities in the Asia-Pacific region in a new report by Resonance Consultancy, highlighting their economic strength, …
Malaysia, EU resume negotiations for landmark free trade deal
In a historic moment for Malaysia – European Union (EU) relations, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen have announced the resumption of …
Driving the digital economy in tandem with inclusivity and sustainability
As Malaysia assumes the chairmanship of ASEAN in 2025, the country aims to position itself as a digital economy leader in the region by championing inclusive growth, sustainable progress and …
R&D tax incentive, grant frameworks will be simplified, overhauled under 13MP
A significant simplification of the nation’s research and development (R&D) tax incentives, alongside reformation of the grant system, will be included in the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), according to Economy …
November Industrial Production Index increases 3.6% year-on-year, buoyed by manufacturing
The Industrial Production Index (IPI) increased by 3.6% year-on-year in November 2024, driven by sustained output growth in the manufacturing sector, said Department of Statistics Malaysia. Chief Statistician Malaysia Datuk …