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Global Growth Faces Slowdown Amid Trade Barriers, Supply Chain Risks - Nurhisham

IPOH, July 21 (Bernama) -- Global economic growth could slow to near zero over the next century as rising trade barriers, intensifying geopolitical competition and supply chain disruptions reshape the global economy, Economic Adviser to the Prime Minister's Office Nurhisham Hussein said.

Govt To Limit Impact Of US Unilateral Trade Measures On Semiconductor, E&E Sectors - MITI

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.

Sabah Southern MADANI Link Project Strengthens Electricity Supply Stability, Security

KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- The Sabah Southern MADANI Link (SSML) project by the Sabah state government is a strategic investment that strengthens the stability and security of the state’s electricity supply, according to the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA).

ECRL Expected To Contribute Up To RM90 Bln To GDP By 2047

By Anis Nabilla Md Wazilah

KUANTAN, July 21 (Bernama) -- The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project is projected to generate RM80 to RM90 billion in cumulative value added contribution to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) by 2047. 

Economy Ministry Drafting Legislative Framework To Curb Rent-Seeking Practices

PUTRAJAYA, July 21 (Bernama) -- The Economy Ministry is detailing a proposed legislative framework to curb rent-seeking practices, including assessing the need to enact new laws or improve existing provisions.

Ringgit Extends Gains Against US Dollar On Stellar Trade Data Amid West Asia Tensions

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended its gains to close higher for a second consecutive day against the US dollar and other major currencies on Tuesday, supported by Malaysia’s stronger-than-expected trade performance, despite persistent geopolitical uncertainties.

New Smart Manufacturing Scheme To Give SMEs, Mid-tier Firms Greater Access To Capital

KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- The Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry (MITI) and the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) have introduced the Smart Manufacturing scheme to facilitate greater access to capital and support the business growth of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and mid-tier companies (MTCs) in strategic sectors.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower On Profit-Taking Despite Positive Market Breadth

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.

PCEB Partners With Six Institutions To Strengthen Business Events Talent

GEORGE TOWN, July 21 (Bernama) – The Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB) today formalised its strategic partnership with six institutions of higher learning to strengthen the talent pipeline for Malaysia’s business events industry.

Govt To Develop Fair Formula To Calculate Open Market Value Of Local CKD Vehicles

PETALING JAYA, July 21 (Bernama) -- The government is developing a formula that is fair in calculating the open market value (OMV) or prices of locally assembled completely knocked down (CKD) vehicles in Malaysia.

Agrobank Launches First Shariah-Compliant Financing For Paddy Farmers

KOTA KINABALU, July 21 (Bernama) -- Agrobank has introduced a shariah-compliant financing facility specifically designed to help paddy farmers nationwide finance their paddy cultivation operating costs in a more systematic, sustainable and inclusive manner.

Dewan Rakyat Passes KWAN 2026, Statistics 2026 Bills To Strengthen Governance, Modernise Legal Framework

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.