Malaysia’s Halal Sector Offers Global Lessons

The global halal market represents a significant economic opportunity, with Malaysia emerging as a key player in this rapidly expanding sector. Through strategic development and institutional support, the nation has established itself as a trusted hub for halal-certified goods and services. This position allows Malaysian companies to access international markets and build consumer confidence worldwide. …

Effective leadership’s core lies in purpose

Effective leadership hinges on the ability to articulate a clear and compelling purpose that resonates with employees. When leaders communicate the underlying reasons for their vision and actions, they foster an environment of trust and shared commitment. This foundational clarity helps align the workforce around common objectives, driving sustained organizational success and ensuring that employees …

Expanding global markets for regional halal businesses

Malaysia is strengthening its position in the global halal market through targeted support for small and medium enterprises. The Halal Development Corporation Bhd (HDC) has introduced the Halal Sourcing Partnership Program (HSPP), a multi-faceted initiative designed to elevate local companies to international standards. Since its launch in 2020, the program has expanded its services to …

Japanese investors flock to Johor at Expo Osaka 2025

Johor is positioning itself as a key investment destination in Southeast Asia, following a series of high-level meetings with Japanese corporate leaders at the recent Johor Week event in Osaka. The state delegation, led by Johor Trade and Investment Committee Chairman Lee Ting Han, engaged with four prominent Japanese firms to discuss expansion opportunities, particularly …

Johor real estate thrives as RM56 billion influx fuels major developments

The property sector in Johor experienced a significant expansion during the initial six months of 2025, driven by large-scale infrastructure developments and enhanced economic cooperation with Singapore. This growth reflects increased investor confidence and a notable rise in property transactions and values across various segments of the market. Key initiatives such as the Johor-Singapore Special …

Beyond GDP: Gauging What Really Counts

A fundamental shift is underway in how nations evaluate their success, moving beyond traditional economic metrics to encompass environmental and social well-being. The Department of Statistics Malaysia, along with its global counterparts, plays a central role in this transition by providing the data that informs national policy. For generations, Gross Domestic Product (GDP) has served …

Ringgit forecast at 4.21 to 4.23 against dollar for coming week

The Malaysian ringgit is anticipated to move in a limited band against the US dollar in the coming week, influenced by domestic demand and upcoming economic indicators from the United States. Key data releases, including US employment figures, are expected to guide market sentiment and currency movements. This outlook follows a week where the ringgit …

Report: 2026 Budget to feature rationalised subsidies and targeted assistance

Malaysia’s upcoming 2026 federal budget is anticipated to serve as a foundational blueprint for the nation’s economic direction during the initial year of the 13th Malaysia Plan. According to a joint analysis by the KSI Strategic Institute for Asia Pacific and the Economic Club of Kuala Lumpur, the budget will aim to strike a careful …

حصلت مطاعم ومقاهي وصالات طعام آيكيا ماليزيا على شهادة الحلال من جاكيم.

حققت ايكيا ماليزيا إنجازاً هاماً بحصول جميع مطاعمها ومقاهيها ومطاعمها الصغيرة في جميع أنحاء البلاد على شهادة الحلال الرسمية. هذه الشهادة، التي منحتها إدارة التنمية الإسلامية الماليزية (جاكيم)، تُعد اعترافاً رسمياً بالتزام الشركة طويل الأمد بممارسات الحلال. يُنظر إلى هذا التطور كخطوة كبرى لتعزيز ثقة العملاء في الوجبات المقدمة في فروعها. وأكدت الشركة أن مبادئ …

美欧敲定贸易协定,汽车关税降至15%

在跨大西洋贸易的重大变革中,美国正式下调了对从欧盟进口汽车征收的关税。新关税税率定为15%,追溯至8月1日起的货运生效,这标志着双方今年早些时候达成的贸易框架最终落地。该决定已通过美国贸易当局周三发布的文件正式生效。 这一消息立即引发欧洲市场乐观情绪,尤其利好在美销售规模庞大的德国汽车制造商。大众、保时捷和梅赛德斯-奔驰股价全线走高。其中完全依赖进口方式在美销售的保时捷受此前高关税冲击最为严重,其股价在法兰克福交易时段涨幅一度达3.8%。 本次关税调整属于一揽子贸易措施的一部分,其他多个行业也同时获得关税豁免。自9月1日起,飞机零部件、仿制药及特定金属矿产将不再面临额外税费。但汽车行业的关税减免以欧盟采取对等行动为前提——欧盟已于8月28日通过立法降低对美国商品的关税。 此举实质上取消了此前在欧洲车辆标准税费基础上额外加征的25%关税。美国政府表示受影响产品清单可能还将进一步调整。整个流程经由总统唐纳德·特朗普签署行政令加速推进,从而简化了此类贸易协定调整的实施程序。