Malaysian economy

Inside the governance breakdown that rocked Malaysia’s Muslim pilgrimage fund Tabung Haji

Malaysian former minister Jamil Khir Baharom (middle) claimed trial to a case involving pilgrim fund Tabung Haji.

Malaysia’s central bank maintains key policy rate, says growth momentum to continue in 2027

Malaysia’s central bank kept its benchmark interest rate steady for the seventh straight policy meeting on Sept 3.

The geese stop flying: Why some Asian nations can’t take off

A small garment factory in China. Despite rising wages, the country continues to have a large presence in the sector.

Malaysia’s July exports jump 38% year on year, higher than forecast

Trucks transport shipping containers at Tanjung Pelepas Port in Gelang Patah, Malaysia, June 29, 2026. REUTERS/Hasnoor Hussain

Field Notes from Negeri Sembilan

Unearthing gold bargains in two small Malaysian towns

Kak Long has been travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Pilah, Negeri Sembilan, to shop for gold jewellery over the past few years.

How well do Singaporeans and Malaysians really know each other?

Governments can sign agreements and businesses can forge partnerships, but the strength of any bilateral relationship ultimately rests on the trust and goodwill between their peoples.

Political star power is supposed to transform Port Dickson’s fortunes – will this time be different?

The PD Waterfront commercial development in Port Dickson is a popular spot for visitors.

Malaysia’s growth unexpectedly surges to 5.8% on exports

Strong domestic demand and a boom in semiconductor exports have made Malaysia’s economy one of South-east Asia’s fastest-growing in 2026.

KL stands by Q4 launch of Johor-S’pore SEZ blueprint despite state govt urging earlier release

An artist’s impression of Thomson Medical Group’s mega development in the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone.

Malaysian ringgit expected to weaken further against Singdollar in 2026

The ringgit has weakened by 0.2 per cent against the Singdollar so far in 2026 after strengthening by 4 per cent in 2025.

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