Malaysia’s Federal Debt Climbs to RM1.304 Trillion; Social Spending Still Safeguarded
Kuala Lumpur, 27 August 2025 — Malaysia’s federal debt has increased to RM1.304 trillion, equivalent to 63.9% of GDP, as of the end of June 2025. This marks…
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Ministry Reaffirms Commitment to Ready Pasir Gudang Hospital, Following Regent’s Concerns
Muar, August 26, 2025 — The Ministry of Health (MoH) is intensifying its efforts to tackle staffing challenges at the new Pasir Gudang Hospital, emphasizing that the project’s…
Deepening Security Ties: Anwar Hosts Singapore’s Defense Minister to Fortify ASEAN Cooperation
Kuala Lumpur, 26 August 2025: Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim received Singapore’s Minister of Defence, Chan Chun Sing, during a courtesy call that underscored the increasingly robust security partnership…
Malaysia Seeks Tax Relief for Palm Kernel Raw Materials to Bolster Oleochemical Sector
Malaysia’s Ministry of Plantation and Commodities has submitted a formal request to the Ministry of Finance (MOF) to exempt two key raw materials—crude palm kernel oil (CPKO) and…
Affin Bank to Seal Landmark Pact with Marriott Bonvoy
KUCHING – Affin Bank Berhad will tomorrow formalise a partnership with Marriott Bonvoy, the world’s largest hotel chain with over 7,000 properties globally. The collaboration marks the bank’s…
KL Housing Supply Is Balanced, Says Zaliha — No Moratorium Needed
KUALA LUMPUR — Contrary to growing concerns, the government asserts that Kuala Lumpur is not facing a property oversupply, and no moratorium on residential developments will be introduced,…
Malaysia Sees Surge of Bangladeshi Workers Amid Call for Recruitment Reform
Malaysia has witnessed a remarkable influx of Bangladeshi workers, with Dhaka’s labour authorities reporting that up to 450,000 Bangladeshis migrated to the Southeast Asian nation between 2021 and…
Health Ministry, Roche Ink MOU to Expand Community-Based Cancer Care
KUALA LUMPUR — The Health Ministry (MOH) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Roche Sdn Bhd to roll out the Cancer Care Closer to Community…
Parliament to Address Ageing Population, KL Housing Moratorium on Tuesday
KUALA LUMPUR — Issues surrounding Malaysia’s preparedness for an ageing population and a proposal to halt new residential developments in Kuala Lumpur will take centre stage in today’s…
Malaysia to Establish Dedicated Fund to Strengthen Radioactive Waste Management
KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysia’s government revealed plans to establish a dedicated special fund. The announcement, which came on 25 August 2025 during a parliamentary winding-up speech, signals a…