Malaysian economy

Malaysia’s economy accelerates to 5.2% growth in third quarter despite US tariffs

Malaysia’s growth unexpectedly accelerated in the third quarter, with the economy firing across all sectors and exports defying US tariffs..

Malaysia’s 2026 budget signals renewed focus on East Malaysia ahead of Sabah polls

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim delivering the country's 2026 budget on Oct 10.

‘No conditions’ set for Trump’s visit to Malaysia for Asean summit: Zafrul

Malaysia's Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz is questioning his belief in capitalism.

PM Anwar hits the brakes on new taxes and subsidy cuts in Malaysia’s 2026 budget

Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim continues his financial reform in the Budget 2026.

Malaysia announces budget spending of $144b in 2026, vows more reforms

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim departing for Parliament to table the budget on Oct 10.

Asia Future Summit 2025

Johor–Singapore SEZ draws new wave of investors with 2-in-1 appeal

The SEZ could serve as a catalyst for Singaporean and Malaysian companies to expand their presence in the region.

Completion of Malaysia’s West Coast Expressway hits a snag over land dispute in Klang

hzwce - Roadworks continue as a partially-completed flyover for a highway in Klang, Malaysia, looms in the background.

CREDIT: HAZLIN HASSAN

Malaysia to tap treated sewage effluent as farm fertiliser, water recycled with Newater-like tech

Indah Water Konsortium’s organic fertiliser made from treated biosolids, displayed with other sustainable products by the company.

Malaysia warns of export slowdown from US tariffs after economy grows 4.4% in Q2

While the 19 per cent US tariff on Malaysian imports is lower than the 25 per cent threatened in July, the country is seeking further clarity from the US on a threatened 100 per cent levy .

What’s it like to deal with brutal US tariffs? Ask Malaysia

The upheaval has been a wake-up call for Malaysia, a nation of more than 35 million people that is rethinking how to power its future economic growth.

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