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Govt Eyes Seawater Desalination To Support Industrial Needs - PETRA

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) — The government is exploring the potential of seawater desalination technology as an alternative source to support industries with high water demand, including data centres.

Ringgit Eases Versus US Dollar, Ends Higher Against Other Major Currencies

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended lower against the US dollar although it strengthened versus other major currencies on Tuesday, as the greenback remained supported by stronger-than-expected US manufacturing data.

MSMEs Do Not Need To Modify Systems Under Statistics Bill 2026 -Deputy Minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama)  --  Micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) will not need to modify their existing systems or develop new applications to comply with the implementation of the Statistics Bill 2026, Deputy Economy Minister Datuk Indera Mohd Shahar Abdullah said.

Global Tax System Must Keep Up With Digitalisation Trend - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) --The global tax system must evolve in step with the economic landscape that is increasingly shifting toward digitalisation, according to Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

CAAM Seeks Public, Industry Feedback On Low Altitude Economy Framework

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) has invited industry players, government agencies, academia and members of the public to submit feedback by Sept 2 on a proposed national framework that will chart the country's Low Altitude Economy (LAE).

Malaysia Needs To Look Beyond Data Centres To Attract Global Capital

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia needs to move beyond data centres and nurture larger listed technology companies to attract global portfolio investment, said Principal Asset Management Bhd chief executive officer Munirah Khairuddin.

Hainan Delegation Strengthens ASEAN Trade Cooperation

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- An economic and trade delegation from Hainan Province, China, recently concluded a five-day visit to Thailand and Indonesia, promoting Hainan Free Trade Port policies, key industrial parks and investment opportunities.

Indonesia Eyes US$20 Bln In Bilateral Trade With Thailand Under Strategic Roadmap

JAKARTA, Aug 3 (Bernama) -- Indonesia is optimistic about achieving US$20 billion in bilateral trade with Thailand by 2030 following the adoption of the Indonesia-Thailand Strategic Partnership Roadmap 2026-2030 on Monday.

Govt Diversifies Gas Supply Sources To Strengthen National Energy Security

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 3 (Bernama) -- The government is prioritising Malaysia's energy security by diversifying access to large-scale gas resources that could broaden supply options and enhance the country's energy resilience.

Detailed Study Needed To Assess Anti-competitive Practices On E-commerce Platforms -- Senator

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 3 (Bernama) -- Low prices for goods offered on e-commerce platforms cannot be directly considered as predatory pricing or anti-competitive practices, said Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Senator Marhamah Rosli.

Malaysia's Economic Growth May Exceed 5.0 Pct In 2026 - Analysts

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's economy could record another year of growth exceeding 5.0 per cent, supported by robust exports and resilient domestic spending, said MBSB Investment Bank Bhd.

MPOB Appoints Badrul Hisham Mohd As New Director-General, Effective Today

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 3 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) has appointed Datuk Badrul Hisham Mohd as its director-general, effective Aug 3, 2026, succeeding Datuk Ahmad Parveez Ghulam Kadir, who has retired.