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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 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s total industry volume (TIV) is now projected to reach 800,000 units in 2026, up from the earlier forecast of 790,000 units, driven by stronger-than-expected demand, according to the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA).
LABUAN, July 20 (Bernama) -- Visitors to Road to MAHA Labuan 2026 can look forward to themed exhibition zones showcasing agriculture, fisheries, entrepreneurship, agrotourism and food industries at the July 23-26 event at the Labuan International Sea Sports Complex.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s inflation rose at a slower pace of 1.9 per cent in June 2026 as compared with 2.0 per cent in the previous month, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).
SINGAPORE, July 16 (Bernama) -- Singaporeans’ consumer spending in Johor Bahru is projected to increase by S$1.05 billion (S$1=RM3.15) a year following the opening of the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link, a study revealed.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 15 (Bernama) -- Sabah-based beverage manufacturer Life Water Bhd has entered into a share sale agreement (SSA) to acquire a 90 per cent equity interest in the Hung Tai Group for RM46.8 million.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 14 (Bernama) -- Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL (FDM2026), to be held from July 21-23, 2026, is set to elevate Malaysia as ASEAN’s premier food and beverage hub.
JAKARTA, July 12 (Bernama) -- Malaysia-Indonesia bilateral trade is projected to grow by 10 per cent this year to US$29.3 billion (US$1=RM4.07), supported by expanding cooperation in the halal sector and stronger market access between the two countries.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 8 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) is inviting Malaysian companies to register for the International Sourcing Programme (INSP), to be held alongside the 22nd Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2026.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 3 (Bernama) -- Hextar Industries Bhd's (HIB) 70 per cent-owned subsidiary, Hextar Mitai Sdn Bhd (HMSB), has secured a RM138.42 million engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract for a large-scale industrial development in Pulau Indah, Selangor.
GEORGE TOWN, July 3 (Bernama) -- Penang's economy grew by 7.3 per cent in 2025, with its gross domestic product (GDP) rising to RM130.3 billion from RM121.4 billion in the previous year, driven by the strong performance of the manufacturing and services sectors.
By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi
KUALA LUMPUR, June 28 (Bernama) -- Football fever during the FIFA World Cup 2026 could inject between RM1.2 billion and RM2.1 billion into Malaysia's food and beverage (F&B) industry as fans flock to “mamak” outlets, cafes, and restaurants to catch live matches, according to an economist.
