Sharp, essential news and analysis from Malaysia.
Zhejiang Province in east China has elevated its typhoon response to Level III as Typhoon Dolphin, the 13th of 2026, approaches the coast. Landfall is expected Sunday or Monday between Shanghai and Fujian Province.
Petronas fuel supplies across Malaysia are projected to remain stable and adequate through September, covering half of domestic demand. The government is actively diversifying crude oil sources beyond the Middle East to strengthen energy security.
German luxury carmaker Audi has slashed its annual profit and revenue forecasts, blaming a collapsing Chinese market, fierce pricing competition, and escalating West Asian tensions for the sharp reversal.
The US Federal Communications Commission has voted to ban the sale of devices containing components from Chinese firms like Huawei and ZTE, tightening restrictions on Chinese technology imports amid broader national security concerns.
Malaysia's Food and Drinks Malaysia exhibition is on track to exceed last year's US$265 million in sales, buoyed by strong international participation and increased buyer activity despite persistent supply chain challenges and elevated food prices.
Malaysia's major ports are capitalising on global supply chain diversification and increased transhipment activity, while simultaneously positioning themselves as regional leaders in green maritime fuels to meet 2050 decarbonisation targets.
Wildfires across northwestern Ontario have engulfed Canada's major cities in dangerous smog, with Toronto recording the worst air quality among global cities. Rail operations have been suspended in affected areas.
Malaysia's Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah has cautioned the public and businesses to prepare for significant economic fallout from Iran's renewed closure of the Strait of Hormuz, warning of cascading supply chain disruptions across multiple sectors.
Malaysia's Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry and Economy Ministry will examine proposals from the plastics sector facing significant challenges from ongoing global supply disruptions, according to Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.
The National Economic Action Council has directed the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry and Economy Ministry to assess proposals from the Malaysian Plastics Manufacturers Association, which faces escalating raw material costs and global supply chain disruptions.
Malaysia's government plans to commercialise advanced semiconductor packaging technology within two years through a RM185 million Malaysia Science Endowment project involving five local companies, positioning the country as a regional tech hub.
Malaysia has maintained stable food prices despite Middle East tensions disrupting global shipping by boosting farm subsidies, increasing diesel support by 33%, and doubling ploughing incentives. The government allocated RM2.62 billion in agricultural assistance under Budget 2026 while building long-term resilience through organic fertilisers and local production.
Afghanistan's automotive sector has virtually ground to a standstill after cross-border violence and Middle East shipping disruptions cut off vital vehicle parts supplies, leaving thousands of traders and workers facing financial ruin.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has launched SParK 2026, PUNB's flagship business transformation platform, targeting RM2.25 billion in financing approvals through 2030 to bolster bumiputera entrepreneurs and Malaysia's economic resilience.
India's government has launched an investigation into a major cybersecurity breach at Tata Electronics, Apple's Indian manufacturing partner, after confidential documents relating to the unreleased iPhone 18 Pro were posted online by ransomware attackers.
Thailand achieved a historic milestone in durian exports to China, surpassing THB100 billion in value during the first half of 2026. The breakthrough reflects systemic reforms in quality management and stricter enforcement of contamination prevention measures.
Chinese authorities have formally arrested two Japanese nationals employed by Fuji Electric Co. in the city of Dalian on suspicion of breaching rare earth export laws, with Japanese officials confirming their wellbeing through consular access.
Malaysia's Department of Agriculture has firmly denied involvement in a fraud scheme where forged government order documents were used to trick suppliers into providing goods and services without legitimate departmental procurement.
A ransomware group has released detailed information about Apple's unreleased iPhone 18 Pro, including supplier lists and component specifications, after breaching Tata Electronics in India.
Malaysia has rolled out 23 initiatives under the Halal Industry Master Plan 2030 to reduce dependence on imported halal ingredients, focusing on domestic production capabilities and supply chain resilience.