Malaysia Is Having Fewer Babies. Raising a Family Is Becoming a Bigger Decision.
Malaysia's birth rate continues to fall, raising important questions about parenthood, family support and the country's long-term economic future.
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Malaysia to Charge Data Centres for Unused Power Capacity
Malaysia will charge data centre operators for reserved electricity capacity they do not use, while targeting 30% local content in new projects.
Malaysia’s Digital Economy Contributes RM476.8 Billion to 2025 GDP
Malaysia's ICT industry and e-commerce contributed RM476.8 billion, or 23.5% of GDP, in 2025 as services, manufacturing and digital trade expanded.
BOJ’s Koeda Urges Timely Rate Increases as Inflation Risks Persist
BOJ board member Junko Koeda said policymakers should not be overly cautious about raising rates as inflation risks remain elevated.
IMF Sees Asian Growth Slowing as Energy and Yield Risks Build
The IMF forecasts Asia's growth will slow to 4.4% in 2027 as energy shocks, higher global yields and AI-related concentration risks build.
Singapore Plans Employer Grants for Flexible-Load Job Redesign
Singapore plans to support employers that pilot flexible-load jobs, with selected sectors testing redesigned tasks and output-linked compensation.
Ringgit Edges Higher as Investors Await US Inflation Signal
The ringgit strengthened modestly against the US dollar as investors awaited US inflation data and assessed the domestic outlook after Budget 2027.
Selangor Sets Ten-Year Push for Malaysian Design and Engineering
Selangor wants to move beyond low-cost assembly by building Malaysian design, engineering and intellectual property over the coming decade.
Selangor Draws Over RM3 Billion in Foreign Investment Interest
Four foreign companies have submitted letters of intent covering more than RM3 billion of potential investment in Selangor's growth sectors.
AIAC Reforms Aim to Strengthen Malaysia’s Standing as an Arbitration Hub
Malaysia is strengthening AIAC governance and its Court of Arbitration to build investor confidence and compete for international dispute-resolution work.