Malaysia News

Malaysia Aims to Dominate China's Durian Market with Fresh, High-Quality Exports Amid Surging Demand

Malaysia is targeting a larger share of China's durian market, leveraging its naturally ripened durians to compete with Thailand and Vietnam. With plans to increase exports by 20-2...

Malaysian NGO Supports Crackdown on Illegal Durian Farms: Over 1,000 Trees Cut Down Sparks Debate

A Malaysian NGO supports the crackdown on illegal durian farms, leading to over 1,000 trees being cut down. The operation has sparked a debate between conservation efforts and the ...

Malaysia's Controversial Crackdown: Over 1,000 Durian Trees Felled in Illegal Land Use Campaign

Malaysia's Pahang state authorities have destroyed over 1,000 durian trees, including Musang King varieties, in a crackdown on illegal land use. Farmers protest, citing a court ord...

Malaysia Introduces Mandatory 2% Pension Fund Contribution for Foreign Workers

Malaysia is set to implement a mandatory 2% pension fund contribution from foreign workers starting in the last quarter of this year. This new policy aims to provide dividends to f...

Malaysia Aims for a 25% Surge in Durian Exports to China Amid Growing Demand

Malaysia is targeting a 25% increase in durian exports to China, driven by expanded farming land, enhanced processing, and stronger commercial ties. With import restrictions on dur...

Malaysia's Fresh Durian Exports to China Skyrocket, Garnering $5.5M in Revenue

Malaysia has successfully exported 413.6 metric tonnes of fresh durian to China, earning $5.5 million. The exports, now available in 16 Chinese regions, are considered premium. How...

Boosting Wages to Two-Thirds of Singapore's Pay Could Lure Malaysian Talent Back Home

Malaysia proposes raising wages to two-thirds of Singapore's levels to address the brain drain of skilled workers. Initiatives include a minimum wage hike and investments in educat...

Malaysia Empowers Education: $33 School Aid for Every Student

Malaysia introduces a one-off payment of MYR150 (US$33) to each student from Year 1 to Form 6, benefiting over 5.2 million individuals. This initiative aims to ease the financial b...

Unlocking Growth: Malaysia's New Tax Incentives in the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone

Malaysia introduces tax incentives for the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone, offering a 5% tax rate for new investments in key sectors and a 15% income tax rate for skilled wo...

Malaysia's Electric Vehicle Market Set for Significant Growth by 2025

Malaysia's electric vehicle market is poised for growth by 2025, with EV adoption expected to reach 3% of the total industry volume. The government's focus on affordable EV product...

Singapore vs Malaysia: A Social Media Debate on Which Country Does It Better

A social media debate comparing Malaysia and Singapore sparked by an American tourist's post praising Malaysia. A Singaporean writer countered, leading to a fierce online discussio...

December's Heavy Rains Threaten Malaysia's Palm Oil Output: Insights from MPOB

Malaysia's palm oil production is expected to decline for the fourth consecutive month in December due to heavy rainfall affecting harvesting, according to the Malaysian Palm Oil B...

Malaysia Establishes National AI Office to Lead Regional Development

Malaysia launched a national AI office to shape policies and address regulatory issues, aiming to become a regional AI hub. The office will focus on strategic planning, R&D, and re...

Malaysia's Palm Oil Inventories Decline as November Output Hits Four-Year Low

Malaysia's palm oil stockpiles declined for a second consecutive month in November, driven by a significant drop in production to its lowest level for the month in four years, acco...

Malaysia's October Industrial Production Misses Expectations, Rises by 2.1%

Malaysia's industrial production index rose 2.1% year-on-year in October, falling short of the forecasted 2.5% growth, according to government data. The modest increase may signal ...