Asia-Pacific Foreign Ministers raise global challenges at ASEAN Meeting in Manila

ISTANBUL, JULY 23 — Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand on Wednesday highlighted various global challenges during the countries’ Post-Ministerial Conference with ASEAN in the Philippine capital, Manila, reported Anadolu Ajansi (AA). Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi expressed support for ASEAN’s unity and core role, saying Japan wants to strengthen cooperation in areas of […]
Tabung Haji emerges as major shareholder in Focus Point

KUALA LUMPUR, JULY 23 — Tabung Haji (TH) has emerged as the major shareholder in Focus Point Holdings Bhd after purchasing 570,000 ordinary shares in the optical retail chain operator. In a notification to Bursa Malaysia yesterday, Focus Point stated that the hajj fund owned the company’s shares on July 21, 2026. Focus Point informed […]
KUSKOP Allocates Nearly RM7 Billion Under ‘Power Up 10K’ Initiative to Support 213,000 MSMEs

KUALA LUMPUR, JULY 23 –The Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (KUSKOP) has channelled nearly RM7 billion through the ‘Power Up 10K’ initiative to support more than 213,000 micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) nationwide while strengthening the growth of local businesses. The initiative aims to provide greater assistance to entrepreneurs by enhancing access to […]
BN Engages Voters Through “Cap Teh and Casual Conversation with Candidates” Campaign

RASAH, July 23 — Barisan Nasional (BN) is stepping up its efforts yesterday to connect with voters through a more informal and personal approach via the “Cap Teh and Casual Conversation with Candidates” programme, held in conjunction with the Negeri Sembilan State Election (PRN) campaign. BN Secretary-General Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir and UMNO […]
Malaysia Maintains Among the Lowest Fuel Prices Despite Global Supply Pressures

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 – Malaysia continues to maintain some of the lowest petrol and diesel prices in the region despite ongoing global supply pressures, reflecting the MADANI Government’s commitment to keeping fuel affordable for the public. According to information released by the government, subsidised fuel prices in Malaysia remain significantly lower than in many […]
ESG Commitment Key to Building a Sustainable and Future-Ready Malaysian Workforce

KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 – Human Resources Minister R.Ramanan has stressed that Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles must be embraced as a long-term national commitment rather than a passing trend to ensure sustainable economic growth and a future-ready workforce. Speaking after officiating the ESG Positive Impact Awards 2025 Gala Night, organised by Star Media […]
PM Anwar Urges Negeri Sembilan Voters to Back Proven HARAPAN Leadership

SEREMBAN, July 23 – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on voters in Negeri Sembilan to support candidates with a proven track record, expressing confidence that Pakatan Harapan (HARAPAN) can continue delivering good governance and sustainable development in the state. Speaking at a campaign event in Taman Sri Penaga, Anwar voiced his support […]
Government to increase SARA rates in the near future – PM Anwar

SEREMBAN, July 23 – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced that the government will increase the Basic Rahmah Contribution (SARA) in the near future as part of its continued efforts to ease the rising cost of living faced by Malaysians. Speaking at the Kekal Harapan Tour campaign in Senawang ahead of the Negeri Sembilan […]