Malaysia tightens foreign investor vetting to protect local jobs and businesses

Malaysia tightens foreign investor vetting to protect local jobs and businesses

Malaysia is taking a firmer approach to foreign investment, with the government moving to strengthen the vetting process for new foreign investors and ensure that businesses operating in the country deliver meaningful benefits to the local economy. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the government wants to make sure foreign companies do more than […]

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Menara Merdeka 118 officially becomes Menara Merdeka Maybank as bank begins new chapter

Menara Merdeka 118 officially becomes Menara Merdeka Maybank as bank begins new chapter

Malaysia’s iconic Merdeka 118 tower has officially entered a new era. As of July 28, 2026, the landmark skyscraper is now officially known as Menara Merdeka Maybank, marking a significant milestone in Maybank’s corporate journey and strengthening its presence at one of the nation’s most recognizable buildings. The renaming reflects Maybank’s move into the tower […]

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World Bank warns Malaysia’s leading firms are struggling to innovate, raising concerns over underemployment

World Bank warns Malaysia’s leading firms are struggling to innovate, raising concerns over underemployment

Malaysia’s most productive companies are facing growing pressure to innovate and expand, with the World Bank warning that many top-performing firms are failing to scale effectively. This slowdown is now being linked to rising underemployment and fewer opportunities for high-paying careers across the country. In its latest Malaysian Economic Monitor report, the World Bank highlighted […]

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