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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim plans to present a comprehensive governance law for state-owned enterprises to the Cabinet, establishing clearer operational standards across all government-owned entities.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reassured Malaysians that the federal unity government remains resilient and the economy continues on a sound trajectory, dismissing concerns about political instability.
Boustead Holdings aims to nearly triple its revenue to RM30 billion within five years, focusing on defence industry development, military project leadership, and the Batu Cantonment commercial hub project in Kuala Lumpur.
Twenty-eight Malaysian entrepreneurs and brand leaders were recognised at the G Forty Top 40 The Eight Selections Award 2026 ceremony, organised by G Media Asia with support from Media Prima OMNiA.
Malaysia's 2026 fiscal deficit is projected at 3.6 per cent of GDP, marginally above the government's 3.5 per cent target, as stronger revenue collection and spending prioritisation help offset a RM25 billion increase in fuel subsidies.
Multiple Malaysian research houses expect Bank Negara Malaysia to keep its overnight policy rate steady at 2.75 per cent through 2026, buoyed by improving economic growth and stable inflation outlook.
Malaysia's Finance Ministry has assured Parliament that federal statutory debt will stay below the 65% GDP ceiling in 2026, while the government implements cost-control measures and monitors geopolitical economic impacts.