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KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- The government is aligning the investment direction of government-linked investment companies (GLICs) and public funds through a clear national development policy, the Government-linked Enterprises Activation and Reform Programme (GEAR-uP) mechanism, and the strategic role of the Minister of Finance Incorporated (MOF Inc).
KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- Digital Nasional Bhd’s (DNB) share transfer is expected to be completed by the end of the current third quarter (3Q 2026) or in the early part of the fourth quarter of 2026, according to CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd.
By Siti Noor Afera Abu
KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- The proposed Malaysia-Thailand border economic zone (BEZ) could significantly strengthen bilateral trade and regional economic development, with improved border infrastructure expected to lower logistics costs, enhance supply chain efficiency and attract more investments, an economist said.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has assigned a financial strength rating of B+ (Good), a long-term issuer credit rating of “bbb-” (Good) and a Philippines National Scale Rating of aa.PH (Superior) to MAAGAP Insurance Inc (MAAGAP).
KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) is taking immediate steps to revoke the Malaysia Digital status of NSO Malaysia Sdn Bhd.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- The government will intensify efforts to reduce the impact of unilateral measures by the United States, ensuring that Malaysia remains an attractive investment destination for the semiconductor and electrical and electronics (E&E) sectors.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s key index closed marginally lower on Tuesday, weighed down by continued profit-taking, although the positive market breadth indicated that selective buying interest remained intact.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- The Dewan Rakyat sitting, which was adjourned on July 16, 2026, saw the passage of the National Trust Fund (KWAN) Bill 2026 and the Statistics Bill 2026, aimed at strengthening more disciplined withdrawals and clearer governance, as well as establishing a more modern and comprehensive legal framework.
By M. Saraswathi & Karina Imran
KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) will continue its efforts to promote two-way flows and deepen Malaysia’s onshore financial market through the measured liberalisation of its foreign exchange policy (FEP) framework, while safeguarding Malaysia’s financial and macroeconomic stability.
SEPANG, July 20 (Bernama) -- AirBorneo will play a key long-term role in transforming Sarawak into a regional investment and logistics hub, while reinforcing Malaysia's economic growth, said Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.
SEPANG, July 20 (Bernama) -- Sarawak's state-owned airline AirBorneo will operate under a unique “Sarawak model” that combines government support with commercial operations to ensure affordable airfares while maintaining long-term sustainability, according to Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 20 (Bernama) -- CIMB Group aims to become the primary wealth management partner for affluent individuals across ASEAN through the introduction of CIMB Private Wealth, as rising incomes, urbanisation and intergenerational wealth transfers reshape demand for wealth advisory services across the region.
