KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 (Bernama) -- UMNO is not yet ready to discuss a replacement for Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin, who died last Thursday, UMNO Puteri chiefDatuk Nurul Amal Mohd Fauzi said.

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram GENEVA, Dec 9 (Bernama) --Global sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) output is expected to reach 1.9 million tonnes (Mt), or equal to 2.4 billion litres, this year, double the 1 Mt produced in 2024, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

By K. Naveen Prabu and Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9(Bernama) -- Exempting companies with annual revenue of below RM1 million from implementinge-invoicing will ease administrative pressure on small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and allow them to focus on their core business activities, said an economist.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 (Bernama) --Taishin Financial Holding has completed its merger with Shin Kong Financial Holding, with their asset management subsidiaries becoming the first units to finalise integration.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 (Bernama) -- Helical Fusion Co Ltd (Helical Fusion) has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for fusion energy with Aoki Super Co Ltd (Aoki Super), a major regional supermarket chain in central Japan.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 (Bernama) --Fitch Ratings affirmation of Malaysias sovereign credit ratings at BBB+ with a stable outlook is bolsteredby the countrys sterling performance across key environmental, social, and governance (ESG) indicators.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 (Bernama) -- Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (Toshiba) has expanded its electronic fuse (eFuse ICs) lineup with the new 40V TCKE6 series, adding five products designed to enhance power line circuit protection.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 8(Bernama) --Malaysias halal industry contributed RM118.2 billion, or 7.94 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP), in the third quarter (3Q) of 2025, supported by 1,525 registered halal exporters, the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) said.

GEORGE TOWN, Dec 8 (Bernama) --Batik Air today expanded its network from Penang International Airport (PEN) with the launch of new routes to Singapore (SIN) and Kualanamu, Medan (KNO), reinforcing Penangs role as a northern gateway and strengthening regional connectivity.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 8(Bernama) --Fruit traders and importers can apply directly to the Ministry of Finance (MoF) for exemptions from Sales and Service Tax (SST) on imported fruit, the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) said.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 8(Bernama) --Companies involved in midstream and downstream production activities of Rare Earth Elements (REE) are eligible to be considered for incentives under the Promotion of Investments Act 1986, namely Pioneer Status and Investment Tax Allowance.

LAS VEGAS, Dec 5 (Bernama) -- Companies in ASEAN, including Malaysia, must focus on clear business goals, workforce skills and strong leadership to fully benefit from artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud technologies.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 8 (Bernama) -- Digital Realty, an Oracle Partner, has announced it will offer connectivity to an Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) FastConnect point-of-presence (PoP) within the Oracle Cloud Singapore West Region.

LAS VEGAS, Dec 3(Bernama) --Malaysian-based stock media platform 123RF today unveiled a generative artificial intelligence (AI) video comprehension feature on Amazon Web Services (AWS), designed to enhance video search for users worldwide.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 8 (Bernama) -- Vedanta Resources Limited (VRL), a global transition metals, critical minerals, energy and technology company, posted stronger financial performance in the first half of fiscal year 2026 (H1FY26), with revenue rising eight per cent to US$9.367 billion, driven by favourable commodity prices andoperational efficiencies. (US$1=RM4.10)

KOTA TINGGI, Dec 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysias leadership in the global halal ecosystem continues to be strengthened through the World Halal Excellence Awards 2024 (WHEA 2024), further boosting the countrys competitiveness in the rapidly expanding global halal market projected to reach US$5 trillion (US$1 = RM4.10) by 2030.

LAS VEGAS, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- ASEAN is expected to see stronger digital economic growth over the next two years as the region moves from early artificial intelligence (AI) adoption to fully AI-driven business model, supported by rising cloud demand and the rollout of the ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA).

PUTRAJAYA, Dec 6 (Bernama) -- The World Bank has commended Malaysia for its strong progress in reducing poverty, particularly hardcore poverty, while noting that further improvements in education and health outcomes are crucial to support inclusive and equitable growth.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 5 (Bernama) --The International Islamic Liquidity Management Corporation (IILM) has reissued a total of US$1.365 billion short-term sukuk across four tenors, in its final auction for 2025.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 5 (Bernama) -- Capital A Bhd expects to complete the consolidation of its aviation business to AirAsia X Bhd and exit Practice Note 17 (PN17) status by the end of this month.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 5(Bernama) --The contract structure and operations of companies offering Buy Now Pay Later(BNPL) services need to be examined carefully to obtain a clear picture of theShariah compliance status of such transactions.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4 (Bernama) -- The basic medical and health insurance (MHIT)to beintroduced in early 2027 will be a standaloneproduct and not linked to investments, according to the Finance Ministry (MoF).

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4 (Bernama) --The implementation of targeted subsidy does notincreasenational debt, but rather an important strategy to reduce long-term liabilities, stabilise the fiscal position and strengthen investor confidence in Malaysias economic prospects.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4 (Bernama) --OTC Markets Group Incand Moomoo, aglobal investment and trading platform, announced a major achievement in retail investing as Moomoo officially connects to OTC Markets MOON ATS, delivering seamless, around-the-clock market access for investors worldwide.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4 (Bernama) -- Perma-Pipe International Holdings Inc has secured US$52 million in project awards during the third quarter (Q3) of 2025, including US$30 million previously announced in September. (US$1=RM4.11)

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4 (Bernama) -- Singapore Technologies Engineering (ST Engineering) and Singapore Smart Tech made a strong impactat the second edition of the All About AI Tech4Good Awards held in India, curated by Mint and Salesforce.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4 (Bernama) --EZVIZ has reached a major milestone with its first-ever win at the International Innovation Awards, recognised for its breakthrough artificial intelligence (AI)-powered Wild Animal Detection.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 3 (Bernama) --The artificial intelligence (AI) sector is expected to contribute an additional 0.8-1.2 per cent to Malaysias gross domestic product by 2030, equivalent to RM13-20 billion a year, according to the Ministry of Digital.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec3(Bernama) --Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has drawn up a long- term plan to gradually reduce its shareholding in Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd (PayNet).

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 3 (Bernama) -- AI-Media, a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI)-powered captioning and audio description technology, has launched its ADA Title II Compliance Initiative, aimed at helping state and local governments across the United States (US) meet the newly finalised federal accessibility requirements for digital content.

GEORGE TOWN, Dec 3 (Bernama) --InvestPenang and Intel Corporation will continue working closely together to strengthen Penang as the state transitions into the critical areas of advanced packaging and next-generation technologies.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 2(Bernama) --The government is conducting a Mid-Term Review (MTR)for two key national digital policy framework documents, namely the National Fourth Industrial Revolution Policy (D4IRN) and the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint (RTEDM) 20212030, according to the Ministry of Digital.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 2(Bernama) -- The proposal to develop Tasik Kenyir as a large-scaledata centre hub is not suitable to be implemented at this time, said the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).

KOTA KINABALU, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- Parti Warisan has refuted claims that it sought to "buy" or influence newly elected assemblymento support the party in establishing thestategovernment after the recent 17th Sabah State Election.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- Identis, a global leader in secure identity and payment technologies,officially made its global debut, marking the evolution of the Matica Group and combining decades of experience with a renewed vision for the digital era.

KOTA KINABALU, Dec 1 (Bernama) --All elected representativesand political parties that make up the new Sabah government must commit to delivering the aspirations of the people.

JOHOR BAHRU,Dec 1(Bernama) --KPJ Healthcare Berhad (KPJ Healthcare) today launched its first Heart and Lung Centre of Excellence at the Johor Specialist Hospital (JSH), marking a new phase in the groups transformation towards an integrated academic healthcare system.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 1(Bernama) -- The government views Malaysias involvement inBRICS as being aligned with efforts to drive the national economy to grow more rapidly, sustainably and resiliently.

JOHOR BAHRU, Dec 1 (Bernama) --The National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR), which aims to increase the use of electric buses significantly, is seen as opening up new growth opportunities for local manufacturers, including Johor- based Gemilang Coachwork Sdn Bhd.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 1 (Bernama) -- Xiamen International Bank has operated from the Xiamen Special Economic Zone since 1985, expanding nationwide and establishing global connections while participating in Chinas financial opening-up.