Kuala lumpur: The construction of the permanent disposal facility (PDF) for Lynas Malaysia Sdn Bhd’s radioactive waste has reached 72 per cent completion and is expected to be fully completed by the end of 2026. Science, Technology and Innovation Minister
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
Jakarta: On 7 October 2025, the Government of Indonesia launched the National Productivity Master Plan (MPPN) 2025-2029, a whole-of-nation blueprint for accelerating innovation, strengthening industrial competitiveness, and raising living standards through sustained productivity gains. Unveiled at a ministerial ceremony in
