Malaysia

Malaysia shifts EV push from consumers to factories

2026-08-07T05:00:00.000Z
The latest Port Dickson data centre contract marks Gamuda’s first major contract win for FY2027, lifting its outstanding order book to around RM54 billion.

Gamuda seen as key winner in Malaysia’s AI data centre boom

2026-08-06T11:34:27.000Z
Malaysia PM Anwar, who came to power in 2022 after cobbling together various coalitions, has faced criticism for not delivering as a reformer.

Malaysia’s Anwar on defensive as ally turns into major rival

2026-08-04T01:44:19.000Z
Malaysia’s emergence as an AI manufacturing hub marks a turnaround for a country that not too long ago was better known for the multibillion-dollar 1MDB scandal.

AI and chips are turning Malaysia into Asia’s growth standout

2026-08-03T02:27:06.000Z
Lynas has faced political scrutiny in Malaysia since unveiling a four-year deal to supply the US military.

Malaysia mulls easing rare-earth export curbs to meet demand

2026-08-03T01:06:15.000Z
Veteran Ismail Lasim, who has been an Umno assemblyman since 1999, being sworn in as Negeri Sembilan chief minister on Aug 2 after PH lost the state a day earlier.
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Malaysia keeps voting for change. Is Anwar’s Pakatan Harapan running out of time to deliver?

2026-08-03T00:21:22.000Z
Annie Low runs Shuu Patisserie, a European cottage-inspired bakery located in Taman Abad in Johor Bahru.

From old bungalows to chic cafes: How the RTS is reshaping JB neighbourhoods

2026-08-03T00:15:38.000Z
From left: BN president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi; PN secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan; and BN Negeri Sembilan chairman Mohamad Hasan.

Anwar’s PH loses Negeri Sembilan as BN claims win together with ally PN

2026-08-02T06:46:49.000Z
Bursa Malaysia is revising its full-year IPO market capitalisation target to RM34 billion from RM28 billion, after a strong first half.

Bursa Malaysia raises IPO goals after strong first-half earnings

2026-07-30T09:29:04.000Z
Above: Formula 1 race day at Sepang International Circuit back in 2012. Malaysia’s return to the Formula 1 calendar in a one-off event gives the country a chance to shine as a destination for sports tourism, business events and international meetings.

Surprise F1 return sends Malaysia travel bookings soaring

2026-07-28T23:00:00.000Z