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Malaysia explores nuclear energy potential in pre-feasibility study
KUALA LUMPUR: A pre-feasibility study on the use of nuclear energy as a primary energy source for the country has been completed, with preliminary findings indicating significant potential for this energy source in ensuring a stable, clean and...
Malaysia moving closer to adopting nuclear energy, says minister
KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysia is moving a step closer towards adopting nuclear energy as part of its long-term energy transition strategy, with the government having completed a pre-feasibility study on nuclear power. Science, Technology and Innovation...

CECO Environmental Corp. (NASDAQ:CECO) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
CECO Environmental Corp. (NASDAQ:CECO) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript July 29, 2025 CECO Environmental Corp. beats earnings expectations. Reported EPS is $0.2601, expectations were $0.2. Operator: Good day, and thank you for standing by. Welcome...

Median wage in Malaysia's formal sector climbs to RM3,000 as policy reforms and hiring momentum take hold
All age groups saw wage increases, with the under-20 segment experiencing the sharpest jump – a 13.3% increase to RM1,700, largely driven by the revised minimum wage introduced in February. The median monthly wage for Malaysia’s 6.8mn formal...

Sarawak must harness natural, technical strengths to tackle climate crisis, says deputy minister
Dr Hazland (centre) receives a memento from Misnu witnessed by Dr Abdul Rahman (second left), Mual (right) and Zaidi. – Photo by Matthew Umpang KUCHING (July 30): Sarawak must fully harness its abundant natural resources to balance climate change...

62% of firms in Malaysia feel that hiring women would improve workforce productivity: Inclusive Employment Practices Survey
According to the 2024 survey, women aged 21-30 make up 41% of the female workforce – a pattern consistent across sectors and firm sizes, while representation declines sharply with age. This mirrors national labour trends, where many women exit the...

Mukah records Malaysia’s only unhealthy API reading of 107 as of 6pm
Haze situation in Mukah in the afternoon of July 30, 2025 – The Borneo Post photo KUCHING (June 30): Mukah is currently the only district in Malaysia recording an unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API), with a reading of 107 as of 6pm today,...

Cools hopes he can shape Malaysian football's future with exploits in J.League
PETALING JAYA: For Dion Cools, a move to Japan’s prestigious J.League is not just a bold step in his professional career. It's also a message to the entire Malaysian football ecosystem - dream bigger, go further. The national rightback recently...

Climate Pressures Are Redefining Macroeconomic Resilience in Asia and Pacific
In the past year, Asia and the Pacific has faced intensifying climate pressures, from extreme heat in Bangladesh and India to devastating floods in northern Thailand and rising food insecurity across the Pacific. But these are just the most...

Malaysian photographer named National Geographic Explorer for Great Migration project in Kenya
KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 — Malaysian photographer Tinesh Sritharan has been named a National Geographic Explorer for a wildlife conservation project in Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve, where he will document the spectacular Great Migration — the...

General : Borneo Flora Festival 2025 Exceeds All Expectations, Draws 104,543 Visitors
LABUAN, July 30 (Bernama) -- The Borneo Flora Festival (BFF) 2025 has exceeded all expectations, drawing a remarkable 104,543 visitors, more than double its original target of 50,000. The five-day event drew crowds not only from Labuan and across...
General : Peaceful Rally Reflects Malaysia’s Robust Democracy - Dr Zaliha
LABUAN, July 30 (Bernama) -- The recent "Turun Anwar" rally organised by the opposition in Kuala Lumpur was a strong testament to the resilience and maturity of Malaysia’s democratic landscape, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department...

Tam Jai International Debuts in Malaysia
Fuelling Southeast Asia Expansion HONG KONG, July 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Tam Jai International Co. Limited (“TJI” or the “Company“, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group“; HKEX stock code: 2217), one of the leading and renowned restaurant...

Malaysia leads Asean push for regional peace, economic integration and digital transformation, says PM
KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 — Malaysia will ensure that Asean will be stronger and move in step or in tandem for global stability, prosperity and peace, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said Malaysia is committed to driving the...
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[Watch] 2,845 Steps To The Top: Inside Malaysia’s Record-Breaking Tower Challenge
Subscribe to our FREE Newsletter, or Telegram and WhatsApp channels for the latest stories and updates. Get ready for the ultimate stair-climbing challenge! For the first time ever, the public will get access to the breathtaking view from the very...

Sabah to host Malaysia’s premier agriculture showcase
There will be many interesting activities including Agriculture E-Games, immersive aquaculture and 3D aquarium exhibitions, the popular Agro MADANI Sale, and many other exciting highlights. KOTA KINABALU (July 30): The ‘Hari Peladang, Penternak...
PM Anwar’s Leadership Reinforces Malaysia’s Role As Regional Peace Facilitator
By Suraidah Roslan & Ahmad Idzwan Arzmi KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Malaysia, under the leadership of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, is emerging as a key facilitator in Southeast Asian disputes, including its latest role in...

MOSTI: Malaysia Moves Closer To Adopting Nuclear Energy
Malaysia is making one more step towards using nuclear energy as its long-term energy transition strategy. The Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) says that a pre-feasibility study showing potential for stable, clean and...
Structural reforms key to shielding Malaysia from future shocks, says Bank Negara governor
KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 — Malaysia’s ongoing structural reforms to ensure long-term resilience are critical to defend the economy against global shocks, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour said during an exclusive...

IMF raises Malaysia’s GDP growth forecast to 4.5% in 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its forecast for Malaysia’s real gross domestic product (GDP) growth to 4.5 per cent in 2025 and 4.0 per cent in 2026. In its July 2025 World Economic Outlook (WEO) update released...