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The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturing has endorsed the government's plan to incorporate selected Goods and Services Tax features into the existing Sales and Service Tax system, arguing that an input tax credit mechanism would eliminate cascading taxes and reduce manufacturing costs.
Britain's economy is experiencing tangible benefits from the global AI boom, with the information and communications sector contributing nearly half of recent quarterly growth and investment in computer hardware reaching near-record levels.
Twenty-five companies have applied for financing through Penang's Climate Mitigation Fund, which offers up to RM500,000 in preferential loans to support manufacturing transitions towards cleaner operations.
Malaysia and Australia are deepening cooperation in rare earth elements and critical minerals sectors, with plans to develop domestic neodymium magnet manufacturing capabilities aligned with Malaysia's National Mineral Policy 3.
Malaysia's trade ministry is intensifying efforts to bolster the electrical and electronics sector, particularly semiconductors, to safeguard the country's standing in global technology supply chains and ensure continued foreign investment.
Two directors of a caster wheel manufacturer in Penang have been charged with seven counts relating to unpaid sales tax worth RM193,306.28, raising concerns about tax compliance in the manufacturing sector.
Malaysia's trade ministry has opened an anti-dumping investigation into coated steel products from China, Taiwan and Vietnam after receiving a petition from local steelmaker NS Bluescope Malaysia alleging unfair pricing practices.
Malaysia's Free Industrial Zones achieved RM106.7 billion in exports during the first half of 2026, demonstrating sustained economic momentum. MITI confirms FIZs remain critical drivers of investment, employment and regional trade competitiveness.
Indonesia's exporters face mounting pressure from US tariffs and competitors enjoying lower duties and cheaper operating costs. Policymakers warn that without securing tariff exemptions and reducing domestic business costs, the nation risks losing market share in labour-intensive industries.
The Kedah Department of Environment is tracking air quality after a fire destroyed four factories in Lunas early Monday. API readings remain at moderate levels across the northern region.
Audi has substantially lowered its full-year earnings and revenue projections, citing deteriorating market conditions in China and mounting geopolitical tensions in West Asia. The Volkswagen subsidiary reported a 21% decline in second-quarter profits.
Researchers from KAIST and Stanford University have created an innovative robotic dressing system using air-pressurised flexible vines embedded in clothing. The technology requires no hand use or external assistance and takes about 10 seconds to fully deploy.
Malaysia's government has tasked two ministries to evaluate proposals from the plastics industry, which faces mounting pressures from ongoing global supply chain disruptions affecting production and operations.
Intel is pumping €5 billion into its Irish operations to ramp up production of advanced semiconductors for artificial intelligence and data centre applications, signalling confidence in Europe's tech ambitions.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has instructed the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry and Economy Ministry to work with manufacturers struggling under global supply chain strain, particularly targeting the strategic plastics sector.
Malaysia's government has tasked two key ministries with reviewing proposals from the plastics manufacturing sector, addressing concerns over raw material costs and global supply chain disruptions affecting downstream producers.