Anwar’s Kishore Kumar Rendition Makes Waves In India As BRICS Visit Boosts Diplomatic, Investment Ties

From M.Saraswathi and R.Ratcharathan

NEW DELHI, Sept 14 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s rendition of Kishore Kumar’s classic “Khwab Ho Tum Ya Koi Haqeeqat” may have struck a chord with Indians, going viral on social media, but his participation in the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit here was firmly focused on strengthening Malaysia’s diplomatic ties and advancing investment and economic engagements.

BRICS Not About Opposing Other Blocs, Malaysia Seeks Fairer Global Order - Anwar

From Ratcharathan A/L Rawe Shanggar

KERALAM (INDIA), Sept 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has stressed that its participation in the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit is not aimed at opposing any bloc, but rather at advocating a fairer international system and rules.

Malaysia Stronger Today After Major Fiscal Reforms - SC Chairman

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is in a stronger position than a decade ago, thanks to major fiscal decisions by the government, such as subsidy cuts and a focus on economic development, said Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) chairman Datuk Mohammad Faiz Azmi.

Malaysia, Keralam To Strengthen Economic Cooperation, Trade And Investment

From R.Ratcharathan

KERALAM (INDIA), Sept 14 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Keralam Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan today discussed efforts to strengthen economic cooperation and facilitate greater trade and investment between Malaysia and India’s southern state, Keralam, formerly known as Kerala.

NLC Reform Could Unlock Waqf Land Worth Billions For Housing – Idzham

JOHOR BAHRU, Sept 14 (Bernama) – Billions of ringgit worth of underutilised waqf land in Malaysia could be tapped for affordable housing if a clear legal framework is established to facilitate long-term development without transferring ownership of the land, according to real estate practitioner Datuk Idzham Mohd Hashim.

Rubber Market Ends Lower On Weaker Regional Futures, Softer China Demand

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 14 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended lower on Monday, tracking weaker regional rubber futures, with Japanese rubber futures extending losses for the fourth consecutive session, a dealer said.

Malaysia Must Ensure Data Centre Growth Delivers Measurable Economic Spillovers

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must ensure that the rapid growth of its data centre industry delivers real and quantifiable spillovers to the wider economy, including stronger local businesses, deeper local capabilities and real opportunities for the people.

Data Centre Task Force Receives Over 40 Applications In 2026 -- MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 14 (Bernama) – The Data Centre Task Force (DCTF) has received more than 40 applications to establish or expand data-centre operations in Malaysia this year, reflecting continued investment interest in the country’s digital infrastructure industry.

MIDA Builds Broader Ecosystem Around Malaysia’s Data Centre Industry

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 14 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) is strengthening the broader ecosystem around Malaysia’s data centre industry to help local companies build capabilities and participate in areas including engineering, construction, electrical systems, cooling, telecommunications, cybersecurity, and logistics.

Kedah DPMM Strengthens Regional Networking Via IMT-GT Event

ALOR SETAR, Sept 14 (Bernama) -- The Malay Chamber of Commerce Malaysia (DPMM) Kedah chapter is strengthening its business networking and exploring new global markets through the Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle (IMT-GT) Business Matching 2026 session held in Medan, Indonesia, last week.

MRCA Proposes Stricter Cross-border E-commerce Policies In Budget 2027

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 14 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia Retail Chain Association (MRCA) has proposed that the government implement stricter policies and equalise surcharges on cross-border e-commerce transactions, including the stricter enforcement of the sales tax on low-value goods (LVG), to secure national revenue.

MOF's Budget Tour To Get Industrial, NGO And People's Input - Amir Hamzah

GEORGE TOWN, Sept 14 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Finance (MOF) is conducting a budget tour to gather views and suggestions from industry players, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and members of the public nationwide as it prepares for Budget 2027.