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Malaysia's resilient economic performance and credible monetary framework are expected to anchor the ringgit between 3.90 and 4.20 against the US dollar through the second half of 2026, analysts say.
Selangor's Menteri Besar proposes deepening ties with Negeri Sembilan to establish a new economic corridor, leveraging geographic proximity and aligned development strategies to attract investment and create jobs across the central region.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has defended Malaysia's fuel pricing policy, emphasising the financial sustainability concerns while warning against excessive debt accumulation that could harm the country's long-term economic prospects.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim indicated the government is exploring possibilities to increase payments under the STR and SARA cash assistance schemes, pending economic growth and budget availability.
MBSB Bank and the Northern Corridor Implementation Authority have signed a memorandum of understanding to deploy RM1 billion in financing for SMEs operating in the NCER, targeting export-oriented businesses and strategic growth sectors.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has instructed MITI and the Economy Ministry to work directly with manufacturers to address mounting cost pressures stemming from global supply chain disruptions, with particular focus on the plastics industry.
A Kelantan entrepreneur has turned her passion for crafting decorative pulut kuning into a thriving home-based business, with demand now reaching six orders daily across the state.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim retains Malaysia's highest approval rating in a fresh Merdeka Center survey, with Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin trailing in second place. Economic recovery dominates voter priorities.
The Ministry of Human Resources is rolling out upskilling and reskilling initiatives through TVET programmes for workers displaced by global supply chain disruptions, with employment assistance provided via PERKESO's MYFutureJobs platform.
Malaysia's government-linked investment companies have lifted their annual investment commitment to Bumiputera firms to RM2 billion in 2026, a 54% jump from RM1.3 billion the previous year, marking an aggressive push to strengthen indigenous entrepreneurship.