Kuala lumpur: The Science, Technology and Innovation Ministry (MOSTI) is urging for a stronger emphasis on research and development (R and D), the startup ecosystem, and the promotion of a science-oriented culture as part of Malaysia’s upcoming Budget 2026. Minister
Kuala lumpur: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged all relevant parties to seize the opportunity to move towards a comprehensive and enduring peace in Gaza, amid reports of progress in ceasefire negotiations. Anwar noted that the development offers
Bursa malaysia: Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session higher, in line with stronger regional markets, as investors looked past concerns over the ongoing United States (US) government shutdown, an analyst said. At 12.30 pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM
George town: The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) hopes the government will consider introducing a higher sales tax on cigarettes in the upcoming Budget 2026 as part of efforts to curb smoking and promote public health. According to BERNAMA News
Selangor: The Selangor government is ramping up efforts to strengthen its position as the local aerospace and aviation hub with the goal of housing up to 70 percent of the nation’s operations in the state, said Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk
Kuala lumpur: The Plantation and Commodities Ministry, through the Malaysian Cocoa Board (MCB), has allocated RM19 million from 2024 to 2026 for the Cocoa Farm Rehabilitation Project across Malaysia to enhance cultivation as a key source of the country’s economy.
