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M’sia to reduce overdependence on semiconductors, diversify economic growth sources

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KUALA LUMPUR: The government will reduce Malaysia’s risk of overdependence on the semiconductor sector by diversifying the electrical and electronics (E&E) value chain and sources of economic growth, as well as expanding export markets. Investment, trade and industry minister Johari Ghani said the … Read at Free Malaysia Today

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Opposition leader criticises GLC involvement in non-core projects in Budget 2027

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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 — Opposition Leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin today alleged that government-linked corporations (GLCs) were being made to operate beyond their core mandates. While debating Budget 2027, he cited a project to build a hostel for students that he said would be funded by the … Read at Malay Mail

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Debate over government’s role in private enterprise

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This article first appeared in The Edge Malaysia Weekly on October 5, 2026 - October 11, 2026 THE government’s move to support a fundraising drive for low-cost carrier AirAsia Group Bhd (KL:AAGB) is raising questions over how far it should go to help a heavily indebted private company and whether … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Johor education department says daily closure notices are routine updates, don’t clash with state haze order

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JOHOR BAHRU, Oct 12 — The Johor State Education Department (JPNJ) will issue daily notifications on the extension of school closures due to the haze, despite the state government having announced a five-day extension yesterday. State Education and Information Committee chairman Dr Muhammad Naqib Md … Read at Malay Mail

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EU to cap Chinese hybrid vehicle imports at 350,000 a year

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BRUSSELS, Oct 12 — The European Union will cap imports of hybrid vehicles from China to 350,000 a year, a senior EU official said today, after Brussels and Beijing agreed to moderate such exports. “This will cut by more than half the current exports to the EU, which we estimate are likely to reach … Read at Malay Mail

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1MDB in talks to settle lawsuit with Deutsche Bank

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PUTRAJAYA, Oct 12 — 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) is in talks with Deutsche Bank (Malaysia) Berhad to settle a lawsuit filed against the bank. 1MDB’s counsel, Datuk Lim Chee Wee, informed the Federal Court of the settlement talks during proceedings today before a three-member panel led by … Read at Malay Mail

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Distribution of one-off aid for taxi, rental car drivers to begin Wednesday

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PUTRAJAYA: The one-off special financial aid of RM1,000 for 38,000 taxi and rental car drivers will be distributed in phases starting this Wednesday, says transport minister Loke Siew Fook. Speaking at a press conference here today, Loke said the distribution would begin with an initial group … Read at Free Malaysia Today

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Six financial institutions to underwrite 165m units of IOIPG Malaysia REIT Main Market IPO

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 12): IOIPG Malaysia REIT has entered into an underwriting agreement with a group of six financial institutions for its initial public offering (IPO) on the Main Market. The underwriting agreement with Maybank Investment Bank Bhd, AmInvestment Bank Bhd, CIMB Investment Bank Bhd, … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Govt in talks with TNB, regulator on electricity subsidy measures for 2027

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 12): The government is in discussions with Tenaga Nasional Bhd (KL:TENAGA) and the Energy Commission (EC) on measures it can take to subsidise households’ electricity next year, as fuel costs are expected to remain elevated. This comes as the higher monthly household consumption … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Loke: Tax exemption extension to attract shipping firms to Malaysia

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PUTRAJAYA (Oct 12): A 10-year extension of income tax exemptions is expected to encourage more shipping companies to register their vessels in Malaysia rather than in other countries offering tax incentives, Transport Minister Anthony Loke said. Speaking at a news conference here on Monday, Loke … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Tabung Haji systems resume after cyberattack, depositors’ savings confirmed safe

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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 — Lembaga Tabung Haji’s (TH) key systems and services have resumed operations following a temporary suspension due to a cyberattack on Oct 8, with depositors’ savings confirmed to be safe. In a statement today, TH announced that the reactivation of these key systems and … Read at Malay Mail

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Malaysia, Jordan eye stronger high-tech cooperation to develop more engineers — Anwar

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PUTRAJAYA (Oct 12): Malaysia and Jordan are seeking to expand strategic cooperation in high-tech industries, particularly semiconductors and advanced technical education and training, to develop more engineers and skilled workers for future industry needs. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Matrade welcomes Budget 2027, RM60 mil allocation to strengthen MSME exports

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 12): The RM60 million allocation made by the government under Budget 2027 to the Malaysian External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade) can help to build the capability of local companies to penetrate and diversify into export markets. The national trade promotion agency said … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Semantan Estate files fresh suit seeking sale of RM13b Duta Enclave land or recompense

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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 — Semantan Estate (1952) Sdn Bhd has initiated new legal proceedings against the federal government, seeking a court order to compel the sale of the 263.272-acre Duta Enclave in Kuala Lumpur and distribute the proceeds, or award compensation based on its current market value, … Read at Malay Mail

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Banking stocks lift Bursa Malaysia on Budget 2027 measures

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 —Bursa Malaysia continued last week’s positive performance, led by bargain hunting in banking stocks as Budget 2027 offered additional support through measures targeting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) lending, housing financing and investment-driven credit growth. At 5pm, … Read at Malay Mail

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Mohamad Hasan: Malaysia to raise haze issue at Asean foreign ministers’ meeting

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SEPANG (Oct 12): Malaysia will raise the issue of transboundary haze at an Asean foreign ministers’ meeting ahead of the bloc’s 49th Summit in Manila, the Philippines, next month to discuss more effective regional mechanisms to tackle the problem. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said the … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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AirAsia in talks with govt over potential funding support — Reuters

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HONG KONG (Oct 12): AirAsia (KL:AAGB) co-founder Tan Sri Tony Fernandes met with officials from Malaysia's Finance Ministry two weeks ago to discuss potential government support for Southeast Asia's largest low-cost airline, said three people with knowledge of the matter. The talks reflect growing … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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IJM bags RM1.23 bil contract to build AT&S semiconductor manufacturing facilities in Kedah

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 12): IJM Corporation Bhd (KL:IJM) has secured a RM1.23 billion contract from AT&S Austria Technologie & Systemtechnik (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd to construct semiconductor manufacturing facilities at the Kulim Hi-Tech Park in Kedah. AT&S Malaysia is a subsidiary of Vienna-listed Austria … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Shares supported as oil retreats, focus turns to US CPI, earnings

SYDNEY: European shares and US futures edged higher on Monday after a choppy session in Asia as oil prices retreated, while investors looked ahead to key US inflation data and the beginning of the earnings season. Oil prices eased despite strikes on shipping and airports in the Gulf after US … Read at Free Malaysia Today

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Malaysia’s total palm oil stocks up 24.5% to 3.5 mil tonnes in September — MPOB

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 12): Malaysia’s total palm oil stocks rose by 691,835 tonnes, or 24.54%, to 3.51 million tonnes in September this year from 2.8 million tonnes a month earlier, according to the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB). MPOB said crude palm oil (CPO) stocks increased 31.88%, or 522,905 … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Finas: Entertainment duty exemption for local films to boost producers’ returns

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 10): The full exemption from entertainment duty for local film tickets in the Federal Territories will allow producers to earn higher returns from ticket sales. National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (Finas) chief executive officer Datuk Azmir Saifuddin Mutalib said the … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Budget won’t resolve economic woes, but govt will help cushion financial pressure

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PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim tonight admitted that all the country’s economic woes would not be resolved by the 2027 budget estimates tabled yesterday. However, he said the government will focus on cushioning the impact of rising prices of goods and certain services on the public. … Read at Free Malaysia Today

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Malaysians advised to postpone umrah trips amid security concerns

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PETALING JAYA: Malaysians are advised to temporarily postpone travel to Saudi Arabia for umrah following security concerns after the deadly attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, says foreign minister Mohamad Hasan. Mohamad said while there had been no incident in Mecca, the missile … Read at Free Malaysia Today

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Beyond flying: Malaysia Aviation Group eyes bigger aircraft maintenance business with seven global tie-ups

SINGAPORE, Oct 9 — Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) is strengthening its maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), as well as engineering and supply chain operations through seven strategic partnerships with global aviation, engineering, technology and logistics companies. The group said these … Read at Malay Mail

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Sime Darby Property’s Seroja Gardens Phase 1 sold out in three hours

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NILAI (Oct 12): Sime Darby Property Bhd (KL:SIMEPROP) has secured a 100% take-up for the first phase of Seroja Gardens at Nilai Impian, Negeri Sembilan, within three hours of its launch in September. According to a press statement issued on Monday, Seroja Gardens Phase 1 features 52 single-storey … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Kinergy bags RM47.5m electrical works contract for hyperscale data centre

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 12): Kinergy Advancement Bhd (KL:KINERGY) has secured a RM47.5 million subcontract from Gamuda Bhd's (KL:GAMUDA) unit for electrical works at a hyperscale data centre in Bandar Spring Hill, Port Dickson. The subcontract was awarded by Gamuda Bhd’s wholly-owned subsidiary, Gamuda … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Realtors seek stamp duty exemption for first homes up to RM1mil

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PETALING JAYA: The government has been urged to consider extending stamp duty exemptions for first-time homebuyers to properties priced up to RM1 million. The Real Estate and Housing Developers’ Association also hoped the government would continue to introduce measures to alleviate rising … Read at Free Malaysia Today

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Nikkei: France’s Thales to build maintenance base in Japan in first for foreign defence firm

TOKYO, Oct 12 — French defence contractor Thales will establish a maintenance and operational support base in Japan in what is seen as the first such move by a foreign firm in the country, a report said today. Chairman and CEO Patrice Caine told the Nikkei business daily that the base “will mark a … Read at Malay Mail

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Finance Ministry to strengthen oversight of public funds through amended Audit Act, new procurement law

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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 — The Finance Ministry will use amendments to the Audit Act 1957 and the Government Procurement Act 2026 to strengthen oversight of public funds and improve transparency in government spending. Treasury secretary-general Tan Sri Johan Mahmood Merican said the amended Audit Act … Read at Malay Mail

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Balance fiscal constraints with development — Akmal Nasrullah

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 12): The government must balance fiscal constraints with the need to sustain national development and rakyat protection, said Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir. He said Budget 2027 has allocated about RM83 billion in development expenditure to ensure the continuity of … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Budget 2027: RM160m package for gig workers, but implementation will be key

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A RM160 million package for gig workers under Budget 2027 has been welcomed as a step towards improving riders’ earnings and welfare, although its impact will ultimately depend on how effectively the measures are delivered. Malaysian Delivery Partners Unity Association (PPRPM) adviser Bryan Ng Yiih … Read at The Vibes

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Gold edges up as lower oil prices pare rate-hike expectations

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SINGAPORE: Gold edged higher as sliding oil prices eased inflation concerns, giving traders some optimism the US Federal Reserve could hold off on further interest-rate hikes. Bullion traded above US$4,200 an ounce, after rising 1.3% last week. Brent crude slipped to about US$103 a barrel, on the … Read at Free Malaysia Today

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Bond selloff may mean fewer rate hikes from global central banks

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(Oct 12): Bond markets are starting to do some of the lifting for central banks around the world by pushing up borrowing costs themselves, potentially reducing the number of benchmark interest-rate hikes needed to get inflation under control. Yields have surged to multiyear highs after weeks of … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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South Korean won hits two-year high on lower oil, dollar sales

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(Oct 12): South Korea’s won jumped to a two-year high on Monday, supported by lower oil prices and heavy dollar selling by local companies. The currency rose as much as 0.8% to 1,333.30 against the dollar after the markets returned from a three-day-long weekend before trimming its advance to 0.5%. … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Dollar stays near 18-month high as inflation data in focus

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SINGAPORE: The dollar held ground near its strongest level in a year and a half in early Asian trade on Monday as an escalating Middle East conflict kept investors wary ahead of key US inflation data later this week that will influence monetary policy. Oil prices swung between gains and losses … Read at Free Malaysia Today

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Firefly cancels Subang-Singapore flights until October 14 as haze persists

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SINGAPORE, Oct 12 — Prevailing weather and haze conditions have forced Firefly to extend flight cancellations between Subang and Singapore’s Seletar Airport until October 14, with affected passengers being offered alternative Malaysia Airlines flights, subject to seat availability, or full refunds. … Read at Malay Mail

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Budget 2027 a call to raise productivity, says CGS International

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 12): CGS International Securities Sdn Bhd calls for businesses to capitalise on Budget 2027’s benefits to increase investment and productivity and become globally competitive. CEO of CGS Malaysia Khairi Shahrin Arief Baki said in a release on Monday that the current environmental … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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UK PM Burnham to release details of dealings with Manchester City

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(Oct 12): British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said he would publish details of his dealings with Manchester City, after opposition politicians criticised his response to a ruling that found the club guilty of serious breaches of the Premier League's financial rules. City appealed the independent … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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CM: Penang ready to work with Putrajaya on new elderly care, research centre

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GEORGE TOWN, Oct 11 — Penang is ready to work with the federal government to establish the National Integrated Care Centres of Excellence (NICE) in the state as part of efforts to prepare for an ageing population. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the state government would cooperate in … Read at Malay Mail

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FT minister calls for dept, Putrajaya Corporation to review allocation to improve senior citizens' care

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PUTRAJAYA (Oct 11): Putrajaya Corporation and the Federal Territories Department have been asked to review the allocation they are expected to receive under Budget 2027 to strengthen care and improve the welfare of senior citizens, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Budget 2027: Pet vaccination, sterilisation eligible for tax relief

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 — The government proposes expanding the scope of individual income tax relief for lifestyle to include pet care expenses, such as vaccinations and sterilisation treatments by registered veterinary services. In the Budget 2027 tax measures document, the Ministry of Finance (MoF) … Read at Malay Mail

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Opposition leader urges review of Tabung Haji’s RM15k minimum savings requirement for haj queue

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 12): Opposition leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin urged the government and Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) to review the RM15,000 minimum savings requirement for eligibility to join the haj queue. Hamzah argued on Monday that the requirement could burden depositors who need cash for … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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MACC sets up special team to re-examine RM350,000 corruption allegations against its senior officer

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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has established a special team to review and re-examine corruption allegations amounting to RM350,000 involving one of its senior officers. MACC Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman said the directive to form the special … Read at Malay Mail

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Trump’s trade wars sting US manufacturers ahead of midterms

NORTH JACKSON (United States), Oct 11 —  For Doug Rende, who runs an aluminium product manufacturer in the US state of Ohio, President Donald Trump’s tariffs have meant millions of dollars more in annual costs — and recently, the Iran war has made shipments even more expensive. Rende is chief … Read at Malay Mail

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PTPTN offers 10% discount to borrowers with good repayment records

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 11): National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) borrowers with no arrears who make regular repayments will enjoy a 10% discount from 2027.  PTPTN chairman Datuk Seri Norliza Abdul Rahim said the incentive is a form of recognition for borrowers who demonstrate discipline in … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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‘We send oxygen when there’s no smoke’: Indonesian official brushes off haze criticism in Malaysia, Singapore

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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 — Indonesian Communications Agency head Syahganda Nainggolan has pushed back against regional criticism over transboundary haze, claiming that Indonesia’s tropical rainforests are responsible for supplying oxygen to Malaysia and Singapore. His remarks were featured in a video … Read at Malay Mail

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Loke: DAP not responsible for Negeri Sembilan political turmoil

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SEREMBAN (Oct 11): DAP has never been involved in any attempt to trigger a crisis in Negeri Sembilan and remains focused on serving the people, its secretary general Anthony Loke Siew Fook said.  He said the party was not part of the state government and should not continue to be blamed or linked … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Budget 2027: Lindung 24 Jam, Lindung Kendiri contributors eligible for up to RM150 tax relief

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 11): Contributors who remain under the Lindung 24 Jam Scheme, as well as those making mandatory contributions to the Lindung Kendiri Scheme, will be eligible for additional tax relief of up to RM150 under Budget 2027. The Social Security Organisation (Socso), in a statement on … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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PKR eyes 8 to 9 seats in Melaka polls

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PETALING JAYA: PKR is eyeing eight to nine seats in the Melaka state election, with Pakatan Harapan (PH) expected to unveil its candidates next Sunday (Oct 18). Azman Abidin, political secretary to the prime minister, said Machap, Ayer Keroh and Rembia were among the seats targeted by PKR, Berita … Read at Free Malaysia Today

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Budget 2027: Digital Ministry targets 200,000 AI-skilled individuals in push for AI Nation by 2030

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PUTRAJAYA, Oct 11 — The Ministry of Digital is intensifying efforts to strengthen the nation’s digital ecosystem, empower local tech talent and build a future-ready workforce under Budget 2027, as part of Malaysia’s broader ambition to become an AI Nation by 2030. In a statement today, the Ministry … Read at Malay Mail

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Malaysia’s economy to moderate to 4.2%-5.2% in 2027 amid softer demand, easing sector growth

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 9): Malaysia’s economy is forecasted to moderate to between 4.2% and 5.2% in 2027 amid softer domestic demand and easing of growth in most sectors, according to the Ministry of Finance’s Economic Outlook 2027 report. This compares with an estimated growth of 4.8% to 5.3% in 2026. … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Ringgit gains against US dollar, other major currencies on Budget 2027 optimism

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 — The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar and other major currencies today, supported by positive market sentiment following the Budget 2027 announcement last week, an analyst said. At 6pm, the ringgit strengthened to 4.0820/0865 against the greenback from Friday’s … Read at Malay Mail

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Samenta hails Budget 2027 as ‘SME Budget’

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 10): The Small and Medium Enterprises Association of Malaysia (Samenta) has hailed Budget 2027 as an “SME Budget”, citing measures to ease cash flow pressures and lower operating costs for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Its national president Datuk William Ng also … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Budget 2027: Individual tax relief raised to RM12k, with perks for postnatal care and more

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By DayakDaily Team KUCHING, Oct 9: The individual income tax relief limit has been raised to RM12,000 from the previous rate of RM9,000, which was last reviewed in 2010. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the resident individual income tax rate had also been reduced by one percentage … Read at DayakDaily

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Malaysia seeks stronger Egyptian backing for Petronas, Proton expansion

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MALAYSIA wants stronger support from Egypt to expand the operations of national oil company Petronas and carmaker Proton in the North African country, as both governments seek to deepen economic and strategic cooperation. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim raised the matter during bilateral … Read at The Vibes

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Fadhlina: Schools closed tomorrow in Johor, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Putrajaya as haze worsens

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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 — Schools across Johor, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, and Putrajaya, as well as several districts in Selangor and Pahang, will be closed tomorrow following a sharp deterioration in air quality, Education Minister Datuk Seri Fadhlina Sidek announced today. In a statement posted on … Read at Malay Mail

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Budget 2027: Mindef sets five key areas for transparent management of RM22.11 bil

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 10): The Ministry of Defence (Mindef) has outlined five key focus areas to ensure the RM22.11 billion allocated under Budget 2027 is managed transparently, prudently and effectively. The five areas cover defence readiness and capabilities; the well-being of military personnel and … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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AGC returns Shuhaily probe paper to cops

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PETALING JAYA: The Attorney-General's Chambers (AGC) has referred the investigation paper into Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) director-general Shuhaily Zain's alleged assault of two policemen back to the police. Attorney-General Dusuki Mokhtar said several aspects of the … Read at Free Malaysia Today

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Budget 2027: Better infrastructure boosts Negeri Sembilan's investment, improve access — MB

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SEREMBAN (Oct 10): The provision of better infrastructure facilities is expected to enhance Negeri Sembilan’s attractiveness as an investment destination, in line with the ongoing development of Malaysia Vision Valley 2.0 (MVV 2.0). Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim said the construction of a new … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Melaka DAP sticks to PH going solo, contradicting PKR

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KUALA LUMPUR: Melaka DAP has doubled down on Pakatan Harapan contesting the Nov 14 state election on its own, contradicting PKR’s position that the coalition remains open to electoral cooperation with other parties. Melaka DAP chief Khoo Poay Tiong insisted that all three PH component parties in … Read at Free Malaysia Today

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