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Malaysia China Trade Expo 2025 Launches with Grand Opening Ceremony, Paving the Way for a New Era of Bilateral Trade

The highly anticipated Malaysia China Trade Expo (MCTE) 2025 officially commenced last week (25-27 Sept) with a grand and prestigious opening ceremony at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL). The event marks a significant milestone in Malaysia-China economic relations, setting the stage for a week of intensive business matching, knowledge exchange, and strategic partnership building. The ceremony was officiated by Mr. Samuel Lee Thai Hung (Deputy Director General of Malaysia Tourism Board) and graced by distinguished guests from both nations, reflecting the expo's importance as a premier platform for trade and investment. In attendance were senior government officials, industry leaders, diplomats, and prominent figures from the Malaysian and Chinese business communities. The opening speeches highlighted the robust and ever-growing economic partnership between Malaysia and China. Keynote addresses emphasized the expo's role in exploring new opportunities under frameworks ...

Banking on Innovation, Celebrating Malaysia: Our Merdeka AI Story

This Merdeka, Malaysians traditionally revisit familiar images of unity, struggle, and triumph. However, this year, the narrative is being presented differently—not through a camera lens, but through the power of algorithms. As the newest entrant in a crowded digital banking sector, Ryt Bank perceives its late arrival not as a setback, but as a source of clarity. The bank aims to stand out with inspiring ideas and a commitment to "banking done right" for the people, beginning with a groundbreaking new film. Newly launched on August 26th, Ryt Bank—the world’s first AI-powered bank founded in Malaysia—has released a short film that reimagines the nation’s journey using artificial intelligence. From the golden age of the Malacca Sultanate to the birth of independence, it stitches together history in a way that feels both futuristic and deeply nostalgic. What is most striking is how little the film resembles a conventional commercial. Instead, it plays more like a cultural experi...

Zoho Highlights AI-Powered Solutions at Malaysia User Conference

Zoho Corporation , a leading global technology company, sees strong growth potential for SaaS solutions in Malaysia’s evolving business landscape. This year, Zoho is building stronger connections with the local market by leveraging AI to deliver greater value to Malaysia businesses. Malaysia’s     SaaS     market was valued at approximately USD 1.01 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach around USD 2.36 billion by 2030, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.48% from 2025 to 2030. This growth is fuelled by rapid digital transformation across industries, government initiatives such as MyDIGITAL promoting cloud adoption, and a strong SME sector leveraging SaaS for cost-effective, scalable solutions. Demand is also rising in high-growth sectors including Fintech, e-commerce, healthcare, education, logistics, and manufacturing. In parallel, Malaysian businesses are increasingly adopting AI, automation, cybersecurity, and compliance-focused ...

Celebrate Freedom in Style This Merdeka at Imperial Lexis Kuala Lumpur

This Merdeka Eve, Imperial Lexis Kuala Lumpur, invites Malaysians and visitors to rise above the city and embrace the true spirit of Merdeka – a celebration of unity, heritage and freedom – with a series of unforgettable celebrations set against the glittering skyline of Malaysia’s capital. Standing tall at 53 storeys in the heart of the city, the urban sanctuary offers 275 private-pool rooms & suites and refined 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom residences , seamlessly blending contemporary luxury with warm Malaysian hospitality. Guests staying in rooms and suites with panoramic KLCC views will enjoy a front-row seat to Kuala Lumpur’s spectacular fireworks show as the clock strikes midnight on 31 August – a once-in-a-lifetime Merdeka memory. “Merdeka is a time of reflection and celebration for all Malaysians – a reminder of our shared heritage and the strength of our unity. At Imperial Lexis Kuala Lumpur, we are honoured to be part of this national celebration by curating experiences t...

MALAYSIA POWERS THE FUTURE OF RUBBER INDUSTRY: IRICE 2025 OPENS IN KUALA LUMPUR

Malaysia has once again captured the global spotlight with the commencement of the International Rubber Industry Convention and Expo (IRICE) 2025 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Officiated by YB Datuk Seri Johari bin Abdul Ghani, Minister of Plantation and Commodities and Acting Minister of Natural Resources & Environmental Sustainability, the opening ceremony served as a powerful showcase of the nation's leadership in the global rubber industry. The event brings together 86 exhibiting companies from six countries—Malaysia, China, Germany, Japan, Taiwan, and Thailand—alongside a distinguished gathering of industry leaders, innovators, policymakers, and international buyers. Organised by the Malaysian Rubber Products Manufacturers Association (MRPMA) and co-hosted with the Malaysian Rubber Council (MRC), this flagship industry event is set to welcome over 3,000 trade buyers and 200 conference delegates over its three-day run. IRICE 2025 reinforces the joint efforts of MRP...

Nestlé Koko Krunch and MYDIN Foster Community Spirit with "Meaningful Breakfast" Initiative

In a shared demonstration of corporate social responsibility, Nestlé Koko Krunch and MYDIN collaborated to host a meaningful community event at MYDIN USJ. The highlight was a coloring contest for children from Rumah Amal Cahaya Tengku Ampuan Rahimah, bringing to life the "Kita Bawa Sarapan yang Bermakna" campaign. Mr. Philip Joe, Business Executive Officer of Nestlé Cereal Partners Worldwide (CPW) Malaysia & Singapore (6th from left), Datuk Wira Ameer Ali, Managing Director of MYDIN (7th from left), and YB Puan Michelle Ng Mei Sze, State Assemblywoman (ADUN) for Subang Jaya (8th from left), together with representatives and kids from Rumah Amal Cahaya Tengku Ampuan Rahimah (RACTAR), and the Nestlé Koko Krunch and MYDIN management teams during the donation handover to RACTAR. The program underscores Nestlé Koko Krunch's holistic approach to child development, which combines nourishment with enriching experiences. In a significant gesture of support, the brand donated R...