Malaysian-made Notti Pet Food Aims To Expand 'Paw'-print Across Southeast Asia

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 27 (Bernama) -- Food science nutritionist Yap Ke Yee established Notti Sdn Bhd in July 2023 to address a personal lack of nutritious pet food options in the market.

Malaysia-Indonesia Halal Council To Meet In October - Ahmad Zahid

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia announced the establishment of the Malaysia-Indonesia Halal Council in a bid to strengthen halal diplomacy between the two countries, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today.

ACC Expands SME Training Across ASEAN To Boost China Market Access

BEIJING, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN-China Centre (ACC) is expanding its training programmes across ASEAN to help small and medium enterprises (SMEs) enter the China market, with a focus on free trade agreements (FTAs), customs procedures and cross-border e-commerce.

Libya Pavilion At MIHAS 2026 Set To Expand Malaysia-Libya Trade -- MATRADE

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- The opening of the Libya Pavilion at the 22nd Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS 2026) is set to open new avenues for Malaysian and Libyan businesses to expand trade, said the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE).

Sabah Exercises Full Sovereignty Over Carbon Projects, State Revenue - Arthur

KOTA KINABALU, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Sabah will exercise full sovereignty over the development of its carbon projects and the collection of state revenues, said Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup.

Extensive Rail Networks, Higher Renewable Capacity Can Cushion Malaysia Against Oil Shocks -- Tengku Muhammad Fa-iz Petra

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Building comprehensive rail networks and increasing utility-scale renewable capacity could be a long-term solution to reduce Malaysia’s exposure to external energy shocks, according to Dr Tengku Muhammad Fa-Iz Petra ibni Almarhum Sultan Ismail Petra.

China Eyes Stronger Malaysia-China Halal Trade

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- The China Pavilion at the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2026 is seeking to strengthen Malaysia-China halal trade by expanding business links and exploring opportunities across the halal supply chain.

Govt Focuses On Replanting To Boost Productivity, Smallholders' Income - Noraini

KOTA KINABALU, Sept 24 (Bernama) — Oil palm replanting efforts, particularly to replace ageing trees, remain a key government focus for boosting productivity and income of smallholders.

Budget 2027: Income, Wages Must Remain A Priority - Akmal

GEORGE TOWN, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Income and wages must remain a priority in the planning of Budget 2027, alongside efforts to strengthen the capabilities of local companies in high-growth, high-value (HGHV) industries.

Housing Affordability Should Reflect Overall Cost Of Living - Propertyguru

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Housing affordability should be assessed based on the overall cost of living, including rent or mortgage payments, transport, utilities, maintenance and access to everyday needs, said online property marketplaces.

Malaysia-Bangladesh FTA First Round Negotiations Set For End-October

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- The first round of the Malaysia-Bangladesh Free Trade Agreement (MBFTA) is set for the end of October 2026 in Dhaka, said Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) senior director of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation and Regional Grouping Division, Dr Rashidi Said.

44.5 Ha Tobacco Crops In Ranau Can Generate RM2 Mln Annually - Noraini

 RANAU, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- Tobacco cultivation in Ranau, Sabah, undertaken by 118 local farmers across an area of ​​approximately 44.5 hectares, generates an annual income of nearly RM2 million, said Minister of Plantation and Commodities Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad.