Budget 2027: More Incentives Needed To Accelerate AI Adoption -- Pandai Education

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

 KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) – The government should provide incentives in the form of credits and tax exemptions for artificial intelligence-related companies undertaking research and development, and support data centre expansion to lure more AI technology investments to Malaysia.

Targeted Income Support For Elderly To Bolster Retirement Security

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia should consider providing targeted income support to those aged 70 or 75 instead of introducing a universal pension at a younger age, said Axiata Group Bhd chairman Tan Sri Shahril Ridza Ridzuan.

Budget 2027: PIAM Calls For Tax Relief, Digital Grants To Close Insurance Protection Gaps

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- The General Insurance Association of Malaysia (PIAM) has called on the government to provide tax relief for critical coverage such as business interruption insurance to improve the affordability and accessibility of insurance protection.

EPF Calls For Pension System Reforms To Secure Lifelong Retirement Income

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's pension system needs to evolve as people live longer and patterns of work change, with reforms needed to strengthen coverage, adequacy, equity and the sustainability of retirement income over a longer lifespan.

Prioritise Marine Food Security, Pollution Prevention In Budget 2027 - Expert

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has been urged to recognise marine food security and marine pollution prevention as a matter of national resilience and economic priority in Budget 2027.

RUA AlHaram AlMakki Forges Malaysia, Brunei Partnerships

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- RUA AlHaram AlMakki Company (RUA AlHaram AlMakki), a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company and master developer of King Salman Gate, has signed three strategic collaboration agreements with institutions in Malaysia and Brunei Darussalam to explore investment and development opportunities in Makkah, Madinah and Brunei.

Malaysia, Singapore Can Work Together To Boost Intra-ASEAN Trade - Johari

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Singapore can collaborate to enhance business connectivity within ASEAN and boost intra-ASEAN trade by leveraging their strengths in supply chains, the digital economy, and key industries.

More Than 268,000 Taxpayers Submit 1.99 Bln E-invoices As At Oct 1

PUTRAJAYA, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- More than 268,000 taxpayers have submitted 1.99 billion e-invoices as at Oct 1, the Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) said.

DNB Completes RM5.2 Bln Islamic Financing, Marking Next Phase Of Dual 5G Growth Network

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB) has completed a RM5.2 billion syndicated Islamic term financing exercise, marking a significant step in its transition to the next phase of its dual 5G network framework.

Budget 2027: NASH Calls For Stronger Oil Palm Replanting, Financing Support

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- The National Association of Smallholders Malaysia (NASH) has called on the government to strengthen replanting programmes, enhance smallholder productivity and expand access to financing for the palm oil and rubber sectors under Budget 2027.

Malaysia Aims To Grow Exports Of Higher-value Palm Oil Products To India, Says Noraini

By Shakir Husain

HYDERABAD, Sept 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is looking to grow exports of higher-value palm oil products to India as vegetable oil demand remains strong in the top importing country.

Higher LPPSA Financing Ceiling Seen Supporting Homeownership, Property Market

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 30 (Bernama) -- The increase in the Public Sector Home Financing Board’s (LPPSA) maximum housing financing ceiling to RM1 million is expected to strengthen homeownership among civil servants and support demand in the residential property market, property experts said.