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Malaysia Shifts Tourism Strategy to Attract High-Value Chinese Travellers

KUALA LUMPUR, May 31 — Malaysia is strengthening its tourism outreach efforts in China by focusing on luxury travellers, young…

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Penang Sees Tourism Boom During Long Holiday Weekend as Hotels Reach Full Capacity

GEORGE TOWN, May 31 — Penang experienced a significant surge in visitor arrivals during the extended holiday weekend, with hotels…

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RM1.3 Billion Election Cost Could Be Better Spent on Schools and High-Skilled Workforce, Says Economist

PETALING JAYA: The estimated RM1.3 billion required to conduct Malaysia’s 16th General Election (GE16) could deliver far greater long-term economic…

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HSBC Strengthens Wealth Banking Expansion in Malaysia With New Premier Centre

PETALING JAYA: HSBC Malaysia has intensified its expansion strategy in Malaysia’s premium banking sector with the opening of a new…

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Malaysia to Introduce Immediate Measures as Job Losses Rise to 7,057 Cases in April

BUKIT MERTAJAM: The Malaysian government will introduce immediate measures within the next two weeks to assist the 7,057 workers who…

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Petronas To Fully Acquire PRefChem After Aramco Transfers Equity Stakes

KUALA LUMPUR: Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas) and Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Aramco) have announced the signing of an agreement involving…

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Malaysia’s Energy Policies Must Evolve To Meet Growing Green Power Demand, Says Fadillah

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia will continue strengthening and adapting its energy policies and regulatory framework in line with changing global economic…

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Financial Constraints Believed To Be Behind Delays In Penang Bypass Project, Says Chow

GEORGE TOWN: Financial difficulties involving the developer and concessionaire are believed to be among the main causes behind delays affecting…

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TNB Maintains Strong Momentum, Focuses On Stable Power Supply And Long-Term Energy Security

Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) has announced a strong financial performance for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, reflecting the…

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Ringgit Expected to Trade Within Narrow Range Next Week Amid Holiday-Shortened Trading Week

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Ringgit is expected to continue trading within a narrow range of RM3.95 to RM3.97 against the…

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