KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is shifting gears to become Southeast Asia’s hub for smart and sustainable mobility, with a renewed focus on electric vehicles (EVs), artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced manufacturing, says Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. “AI is redefining the way vehicles are designed, manufactured, and driven,” said Tengku Zafrul...
SIBU: Media and timber tycoon Tan Sri Tiong Hiew King passed away peacefully on Tuesday (Nov 11), according to a news report. Sin Chew Daily said Tiong, 95, breathed his last at 11am. Tiong was the executive chairman of Rimbunan Hijau and the honorary chairman of Sin Chew Daily. Tiong and his family were on the Forbes list...
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has made history on the international stage after being elected to the Executive Board of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco) for the 2025-2029 term. Education Minister and Malaysian National Commission for Unesco president Fadhlina Sidek said Malaysia’s election was announced during the 43rd Unesco General Conference held in Samarkand,...
The rapper, who has been linked to the death of Taiwanese influencer Iris Hsieh, claimed he was "scolded" on the line. Taiwanese influencer Iris Hsieh was found dead in a hotel bathtub in Malaysia on Oct 22. She was 31. Malaysian rapper Namewee, 42, has been linked to her death. Namewee, whose real name is Wee Meng...
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia will take a careful approach before deciding whether to become a full member of the BRICS bloc, says Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. The Foreign Minister said while Malaysia values its engagement with BRICS, any decision on full membership must be made carefully to avoid compromising the country’s long-standing policy of neutrality. "This means we...
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia cannot claim progress while at the same time having some groups left behind, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister stressed that the country’s progress also means the rakyat’s progress. "Regardless of race, whether it involves those from the interior or poverty. This is our responsibility. "This is not easy as some prefer to...
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) of 15 to 30 million tonnes of carbon dioxide by 2035, says the Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Ministry (NRES). The ministry said the target under the Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0) plan comprises an unconditional reduction of up to 20 million tonnes of carbon dioxide...
PETALING JAYA: Increased investments in infrastructure development and addressing skilled worker shortages are key to ensuring Malaysia’s position as a regional industry leader, says Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi. The Works Minister said Asean would need an estimated US$2.8 trillion in infrastructure investment between 2016 and 2030, or roughly US$184bil each year, to meet growing development...
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia, as a trading nation, will continue exploring new markets and strengthening relations with major economies to sustain growth and investment, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Sunday (Oct 26). He said Malaysia must maintain balanced engagement with both the West and the East, deepening ties with the United States while forging...
KUALA LUMPUR: United States (US) President Donald Trump is scheduled to arrive in Malaysia this Sunday (Oct 26), to attend the 47th Asean Summit taking place in the capital. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil, who is also the Madani Government’s spokesperson, said the president’s attendance was confirmed at last Friday’s (Oct 17) Cabinet meeting. "Confirmed - Donald...
