Durian, pineapple and RM8b in deals: Malaysia goes big at MAHA 2026
Malaysia is hosting MAHA 2026 in Serdang, expecting 121 MoUs worth RM8 billion, featuring durian and pineapple promotions to boost agricultural trade and international partnerships.
Business & Corporate news in Seri Kembangan
19 stories within reach of Seri Kembangan, published in the last 30 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
HR Ministry: 541 Panasonic workers facing retrenchment to get govt help finding new jobs
PUTRAJAYA, Aug 10 — The Ministry of Human Resources (Kesuma) is deploying early interventions to ensure that 541 e...
IRB stresses voluntary participation as government lifts e-Invoice threshold, easing compliance for MSMEs
The Inland Revenue Board (IRB) clarified that e-invoicing for MSMEs with annual sales below RM3 million is voluntary, following the government's decision to raise the mandatory threshold. This move aims to ease compliance burdens for smaller businesses.
AEON Bank rolls out Merdeka Bonus campaign to drive digital payments
AEON Bank Malaysia has launched its Merdeka Bonus campaign to celebrate Merdeka and Malaysia Day 2026, offering rewards to customers and promoting wider use of digital payments.
TikTok Shop allocates RM250 million to empower MSMEs
TikTok Shop has allocated RM250 million this year through JomLokal Booster 2.0 to help local micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) strengthen their digital commerce capabilities.
Maritime industry seeks clarification on petroleum blending rules to produce Very Low Sulfur Fuel Oil
Malaysia's maritime industry is raising questions about how petroleum blending activities to produce Very Low Sulfur Fuel Oil (VLSFO) are handled under Customs regulations. They are seeking clarification from authorities on the applicable rules.
Agrobank, KPKM channel RM100 million to develop new generation of agropreneurs
Agrobank and BIMAT under KPKM have allocated RM100 million for the Agropreneur NextGen (PAN) program to develop a new generation of agropreneurs through a comprehensive approach.
Zetrix AI denies any link to ex-minister Saravanan after graft charges
Zetrix AI Group Bhd has denied any involvement or association with former Human Resources Minister M. Saravanan following graft charges against him. The company issued a statement clarifying that it has no link to the ex-minister.
Malaysia aims to push medical device exports beyond RM50b by 2030, says Zahid
Malaysia aims to increase its medical device exports beyond RM50 billion by 2030, up from the current RM34 billion. Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi highlighted this target, emphasizing the country's potential in the medical device industry.
Khairy launches Flowstate as GE16 uncertainty looms, to advise on political, investment risks
Former Malaysian health minister Khairy Jamaluddin has launched a boutique corporate advisory firm called Flowstate, which will provide advice on political and investment risks amid uncertainty surrounding the 16th general election (GE16). The firm aims to help clients navigate the complex political landscape in Malaysia.
Worth the bargain? Malaysian consumers win big on Pinduoduo as local sellers cry foul
Malaysian consumers are benefiting from low prices on Chinese e-commerce platform Pinduoduo, but local sellers are complaining about unfair competition and market disruption. The article examines the trade-offs of the platform's bargain deals.
FMM dismisses MTUC’s RM3,100 minimum wage proposal as unrealistic for businesses
The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) has dismissed the Malaysian Trades Union Congress's (MTUC) proposal for a RM3,100 minimum wage as unrealistic for businesses, citing potential negative impacts on the economy and employment. FMM argues that such a steep increase would burden employers and could lead to job losses, urging a more balanced approach.
O&G sevice provider Alam Maritim Resources says CEO Azmi Ahmad under MACC remand
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 17 — Alam Maritim Resources Bhd today announced that its group managing director and group chief...
Jobstreet: Firms still keen on hiring, job ads grew 33pc year-on-year
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 13 — Jobstreet said the Malaysian job market appeared resilient in the face of a global supply c...
Maritime expert: Port businesses hit hard by uncertainty over commingled oil tax
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 — Businesses involved in the shipping and petroleum sectors are being badly affected by uncer...
MEF urges govt to act faster before MSME cash crunch turns into job losses
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 — The Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) is calling on the government to strengthen assista...
Anwar asks Indonesia’s Prabowo to intercede in Felda's RM2.5b PT Eagle High loss
BANGI, Aug 21 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reached out formally to Indonesian President Prabowo S...
PKNS denies RM103.69m losses, RM6.1b debt claims as inaccurate and misleading
SHAH ALAM, Aug 10 — The Selangor State Development Corporation (PKNS) today denied claims that it had incurred los...
Amirudin: Selangor govt to meet Panasonic workers over jobs, assistance after planned closure
SHAH ALAM, Aug 8 — The Selangor state government will meet workers expected to be affected by the closu...