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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will officially inaugurate the fully completed LRT3 Shah Alam Line on June 28, a 37.8-kilometre transit route spanning 20 stations from Bandar Utama to Johan Setia.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysia to accelerate its development of drone and unmanned aerial vehicle technologies to enhance economic competitiveness. Speaking at the MyDrone Expo 2026 closing ceremony, he emphasized the sector's potential as a driver of innovation and growth.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has committed to advancing Malaysia's drone industry through enhanced regulatory frameworks, expanded research initiatives, and closer collaboration between government and private sector stakeholders.
Hong Leong Bank has tapped capital markets with a RM640 million subordinated notes issuance, reinforcing its financial fortification under the bank's established multi-currency funding programme.
The BRICS Digital Centre of Excellence for Smart Grids and Energy Storage was inaugurated at the 11th BRICS Energy Ministers' Meeting in India, marking a significant commitment to advancing energy cooperation among member nations through knowledge sharing and joint innovation.
Geely Holding Group's Lotus electric vehicles will arrive in Canada in July under a trade agreement brokered between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, China's ambassador has confirmed.
The Malaysian government has introduced three enhancements to its BUDI Diesel targeted subsidy scheme ahead of early access launching tomorrow, including a three-month waiver on vehicle ownership transfer fees and allowing subsidy eligibility to transfer to actual vehicle users.
Malaysia has urged ASEAN to develop a coordinated science, technology and innovation framework to address regional challenges including energy transition, food security and climate resilience, positioning itself to lead the agenda next year.
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A court has heard that leaked confidential information could undermine ongoing negotiations between Malaysia's Petronas and Petros. A witness expressed shock at allegations involving a former subordinate.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has unveiled plans for the government to construct affordable housing developments nationwide targeting civil servants, addressing long-standing concerns about public sector employee accommodation costs.
Malaysia will exempt Service Tax on service charges and sinking fund contributions for non-residential buildings starting July 1, 2026, providing relief to property owners, businesses, and management bodies grappling with rising operational costs.
The 12-member CPTPP trade bloc has endorsed the US-Iran agreement and pledged to keep critical shipping lanes open, citing risks to global energy trade and supply chain disruptions affecting member economies including Malaysia.
Bank Negara Malaysia has launched the 'Semak Kasih' portal to help beneficiaries locate unclaimed insurance policies and takaful certificates. An estimated 50,000 policies involving death benefits remain unprocessed as families remain unaware of coverage left by deceased relatives.
Malaysia's Cabinet has fast-tracked a high-level committee meeting on foreign workers to next week, to be chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, addressing mounting labour challenges across multiple sectors including F&B.
Pengurusan Aset Air Berhad marks 20 years of transforming Malaysia's water sector, having mobilised RM46.88 billion in financing and infrastructure investment since its 2006 establishment to strengthen national water supply security.
Ajinomoto (Malaysia) Berhad has partnered with prominent Saudi chefs Fadi Mneimneh and Rakan Aloraifi to accelerate its Middle East expansion, leveraging their influence to promote halal-certified products and umami expertise to regional hospitality stakeholders.
Petronas is strengthening Malaysia-Turkmenistan relations through expanded energy cooperation and strategic investments in Turkmenistan, capitalising on PM Anwar Ibrahim's recent diplomatic visit to the Central Asian nation.
A major global survey reveals 52% of consumers worldwide will accept higher prices from brands that openly disclose how they use artificial intelligence to process personal data, with Germany showing strongest demand for transparency.
The Malaysian Press Institute has raised RM1.037 million through corporate contributions and sponsorships for the Malaysia Press Night 2026, scheduled for next month with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in attendance.