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Malaysia's Free Industrial Zones exported RM106.7 billion in the first half of 2026, demonstrating robust growth momentum. Exports through FIZs increased 9.3 per cent in 2025 to RM188.3 billion, with Penang leading expansion.
Malaysia's attraction to foreign investors is creating a positive spillover effect on domestic companies, with local investment now representing 45% of total approved investments, Deputy Minister Sim Tze Tzin told parliament.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid has outlined how Malaysia stands to gain economically from hosting the Bahrain Grand Prix, citing increased tourism and heightened international visibility as drivers for future investment inflows.
A Maybank officer testified in court that Permodalan Nasional Berhad transferred RM20.3 million to Fashion Valet in 2018, with the funds becoming part of the fashion e-commerce platform's cash reserves and day-to-day operations.
A Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur heard testimony that Permodalan Nasional Bhd made two fund transfers worth RM20.3 million to Fashion Valet Sdn Bhd.
Gautam Adani has confirmed that his legal team proposed a $10 billion US investment as part of settlement discussions with American authorities, though the Department of Justice rejected the idea.
MCE Holdings has officially inaugurated its RM50 million advanced manufacturing facility in Serendah, marking the first phase of a RM200 million investment to strengthen Malaysia's automotive electronics sector and position the nation as a regional hub for next-generation mobility solutions.