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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will officially launch the fully completed LRT3 Shah Alam Line on Sunday, spanning 37.8 kilometres and serving 20 stations across the corridor.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for Malaysia to accelerate investment in drone and UAV technologies, citing the sector's potential to drive innovation and economic growth. The MyDrone Expo 2026 showcased over 100 booths and attracted delegates from 46 countries.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has committed government resources to position Malaysia as a regional drone technology hub, pledging enhanced regulatory oversight, research investment, and closer collaboration between public and private sectors.
E-hailing platform Maxim is intensifying efforts to provide accessible, budget-friendly transportation for persons with disabilities, senior citizens, and low-income families across Malaysia through specialized services and strategic community partnerships.
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A Malaysian court has heard testimony that an alleged information leak could seriously damage ongoing negotiations between national oil company Petronas and Petros, with a witness describing her shock at the conduct of a former subordinate.
Malaysia will exempt Service Tax on service charges and sinking fund contributions for non-residential buildings from July 1, 2026, reducing operational costs for property management bodies and building occupiers across the country.
The 12-nation CPTPP trade partnership has endorsed the US-Iran agreement and efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, underscoring the critical importance of unimpeded maritime trade and energy security for their economies.
Bank Negara Malaysia has unveiled the Semak Kasih portal to assist beneficiaries in identifying unclaimed insurance policies and takaful certificates belonging to deceased family members, addressing an estimated 50,000 outstanding claims nationwide.
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Malaysia's cabinet has scheduled a special committee meeting for next week to tackle foreign worker challenges across multiple sectors, with Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi leading discussions.
Water asset management company PAAB celebrates its 20th anniversary, having channelled RM46.88 billion into restructuring Malaysia's water sector and improving supply security across ten states.
A major global consumer survey reveals that 52% of shoppers will pay extra for brands transparent about artificial intelligence use with their data, signalling a shift towards privacy-conscious purchasing.
Ajinomoto Malaysia is accelerating its Middle East expansion through partnerships with two prominent Saudi Arabian chefs, leveraging their culinary influence to promote halal-certified products and umami-focused cuisine across the region.
Petronas is deepening its engagement in Turkmenistan following Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's recent visit, positioning Malaysia's national oil company as a crucial bridge for strengthened energy cooperation and economic partnerships between the two nations.
The Malaysian Press Institute has mobilised RM1.037 million in contributions and sponsorships for its flagship Malaysia Press Night 2026, scheduled for July. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will grace the occasion.
Petronas fuel supplies will remain stable until August across Malaysia's largest petrol station network, which handles half the nation's fuel demand. A government crisis task force is coordinating energy security amid global tensions.
Malaysia's labour market remained stable in the first half of 2026, with unemployment falling to 6,197 individuals by late June—a 20 per cent drop from May. Government job placement schemes recorded significant gains.
Malaysia is drafting comprehensive legislation to enhance e-commerce platform accountability and create fairer competition between local MSMEs and foreign sellers, with a Cabinet memo expected in July.
Malaysia and Uzbekistan are expanding their agricultural partnership by leveraging complementary expertise in smart farming, aquaculture, and food security technologies. The cooperation aims to double bilateral agri-food trade within five to ten years.
The Malaysian Association of Employment Agencies has introduced a new insurance programme offering domestic workers and employers expanded coverage, including abscondment compensation, hospitalisation benefits, and illness protection previously unavailable.