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PM reminds civil servants to uphold integrity
PUTRAJAYA: The recent arrest of several Customs officers in connection with a vape smuggling syndicate at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) should serve as a reminder to the civil service that integrity is crucial, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar...
Malaysia has a new singular border control agency — what is the AKPS and what does it do?
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 — Malaysia now has a single agency in charge of border control, known as the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS). The agency was established this month to oversee all international borders. AKPS currently manages 22...
Step up and target RM63.1b halal exports in 2025, DPM Zahid tells Malaysian companies as global race heats up
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 8 — Despite being recognised as a leader in the global halal industry, Malaysia must not rest on its laurels, as other nations are now competing to dominate the halal market, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. He emphasised...
With Singapore SEZ, CM says Johor will be more than just data centres
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 9 — The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ) will encourage the industry diversification needed for the state to shield itself from global trade uncertainties, said Chief Minister Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi. In an interview with Channel News Asia,...
How businesses can maximise the newly signed Johor-Singapore SEZ deal
A year after the initial memorandum of understanding, the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) agreement is now signed, presenting significant opportunities for businesses looking to expand cross-border operations. "The intention behind this agreement is...
Eye on Malaysia’s evolving climate reporting
KUCHING (Jan 26): Human activities have undeniably caused global warming, fuelling record-setting wildfires, historic floods, prolonged droughts and scorching heatwaves. Indeed, 2025 has started off with a bevy of bad news, like the deadly wildfires across Los...
MCBA offers more seamless entry into Malaysia, says DPM Fadillah
SEPANG: With the formation of the Malaysia Border Control and Protection Agency (MCBA), the government wants logistics for trade and travellers entering the country through its international entry points to be more seamless, says Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. Speaking at...
Govt approves RM60m for Sultan Azlan Shah Airport expansion, says Minister Nga
IPOH, January 31 — Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said the government has approved an RM60 million allocation for the expansion of Sultan Azlan Shah Airport here. Nga said this was a special Chinese New Year gift for Perakians from Prime Minister...
Global LNG: Asian spot LNG little changed on ample stocks, mild weather
KUALA LUMPUR: Asian spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices were little changed this week, as ample inventories and mild weather capped demand from East Asian buyers. The average LNG price for March delivery into north-east Asia rose slightly to $14.00 per million...
13MP: Govt committed to enabling policies to drive growth in key industries – Rafizi
KUALA LUMPUR: The government is committed to prioritising enabling policies over direct intervention to drive creativity and growth in key industries for the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), Economy Minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli said. He said the focus would be on...