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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has urged the incoming Negeri Sembilan government to prioritise business-friendly policies and support for Bumiputera entrepreneurs, positioning the state as a competitive economic hub.
Malaysia's MARA has set an ambitious RM1 million sales target for its BizNetwork Sarawak programme, leveraging TikTok training and business matching to help 32 local entrepreneurs expand their digital presence and market reach.
The East Coast Rail Link is positioned to unlock significant economic potential for entrepreneurs across four states, offering reduced logistics costs, expanded markets, and tourism stimulus as the mega-project nears completion.
Pakatan Harapan's Muhammad Taqiuddin is zeroing in on youth concerns including jobs and business opportunities in his Maharani state seat campaign, with four days left before the July 11 election.
A Johor-based coffee entrepreneur is capitalizing on the 16th state election, doubling production to meet surging demand from campaign teams. Pak Ajes now eyes nationwide expansion.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has committed to expediting loan approvals for Malaysia's micro, small and medium enterprises, with government-backed schemes now processing applications within five to fifteen days to unlock growth.
A village in Temerloh, Pahang has been recognised with three major awards at the World Rural Development Day 2026 event, including the top MADANI Rural Aspiration Award, highlighting its achievements in community governance and entrepreneurship development.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has urged Malaysian rural entrepreneurs to look beyond domestic markets and tap into ASEAN and the global halal economy, highlighting recent development achievements.
Malaysia's Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives pledges to eliminate political favouritism and insider connections from business fund applications, opening access directly to eligible entrepreneurs regardless of political affiliation.
Malaysia's micro, small and medium enterprises represent 97% of all business transactions and contribute 52% of GDP, with Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid emphasising the sector's role in job creation and economic stability.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has launched SParK 2026, a strategic initiative backed by Pumiputera Unity Bank's RM2.25 billion financing commitment, designed to accelerate Bumiputera business growth and entrepreneurship across Malaysia.
Malaysia's HPM 2026 Carnival in Melaka drew 70,000 visitors and unlocked RM8.45 million in business matching value and financing potential, supporting entrepreneurs across the nation.
The Usahawan MADANI Mega 2026 entrepreneurship seminar drew 6,877 participants nationwide, earning Malaysia's record for largest student participation in an entrepreneurship event and reflecting rising interest in business ventures among Malaysian youth.
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TEKUN Nasional is piloting a 24-hour financing approval system for loans below RM20,000, set to roll out within two to three months. The initiative aims to accelerate working capital access for Malaysia's micro, small and medium enterprises.