Malaysia is ramping up preparations as its capital, Kuala Lumpur, prepares to host the inaugural GSMA M360 ASEAN conference, a global series of regional summits focused on the mobile industry, digital technology, and the growth of local digital economies, from September 9 to 10.
Category: Malaysia
European Business Backs Malaysia-EU Free Trade Agreement as Negotiations Target 2027 Conclusion
European business leaders have gathered in Kuala Lumpur to advance negotiations for the Malaysia-European Union (EU) Free Trade Agreement (FTA) towards a 2027 conclusion.
Indonesia Foils Malaysian Pilot’s Drug Smuggling Attempt, 70,000 Ecstasy Pills Found
On July 28, a Malaysian pilot was caught at Jakarta’s international airport in an attempt to smuggle over 70,000 ecstasy pills and a stash of methamphetamine.
Malaysia MSMEs to Leverage DEFA for 680 million ASEAN Consumers
As ASEAN ramps up for the Digital Economy Framework (DEFA) launching in November, Malaysia is well positioned to leverage the bloc’s near 700-million consumer market through its micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
Malaysia Reaffirms Israeli Entry Ban, Dismissing US Call for Review of Bilateral Ties
Malaysia has once again defended its longstanding policy of barring Israeli citizens from entering the country after several US lawmakers called on Washington to review its security and economic ties with Kuala Lumpur over the issue.
Malaysia to Host Rescheduled Formula One Race in October
On July 26, Formula One confirmed that Malaysia’s Sepang International Circuit will stage the rescheduled Bahrain Grand Prix from October 2 to 4, slotted between the Azerbaijan and Singapore Grands Prix.
Singapore, Malaysia Conclude Annual Bilateral Search and Rescue Exercise
The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) and the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) concluded their Annual Bilateral Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX) MALSING on July 23, emphasising continued defence and operational cooperation between the two neighbouring countries.
AirBorneo Debuts Overseas Service as Singapore Route Sees Robust Demand
On July 22, Malaysia-registered AirBorneo Airways made its international debut with encouraging passenger demand, reporting that its new service between Kuching and Singapore is already nearly 80% booked for next year’s Chinese New Year travel period in February 2027.
Malaysia’s Negeri Sembilan Heads to Snap Polls Following State Assembly Dissolution
The Negeri Sembilan state of Malaysia will head to the polls on August 1 in a snap state election following the early dissolution of its legislative assembly. This contest forms part of a series of state polls ahead of the country’s next general election scheduled for February 2028.
Malaysia’s Q2 GDP Advance Estimate Beats Forecasts With 5.8% Growth
Malaysia’s economy expanded 5.8% year-on-year in the second quarter of 2026, accelerating from 5.4% in the first quarter and outpacing market expectations, according to advance estimates released by the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) on July 17.