Malaysia Allows First Import of Halal South Korean Hanwoo Beef

Malaysia Allows First Import of Halal South Korean Hanwoo Beef

Malaysia has permitted the import hanwoo beef from South Korea starting June 2023. This marks the first international export market for halal-certified Korean beef and the South Korean government is aiming to grow the exports of hanwoo beef to more Muslim-majority...
Malaysia to Introduce Cyber Security Bill to Address Digital Threats

Malaysia to Introduce Cyber Security Bill to Address Digital Threats

The Malaysian government has announced that the nation’s first Cyber ​​Security Bill will be developed and introduced by the National Cyber ​​Security Committee in 2023. The cyber security law is anticipated to enable improved enforcement and monitoring of cyber...
Malaysia to Operate 1,097 Digital Economy Centers Nationwide

Malaysia to Operate 1,097 Digital Economy Centers Nationwide

Malaysia Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil has announced that the government intends to create 186 new digital economy centers (PEDi), bringing the total number of centers nationwide to 1,097. PEDi is a part of the government’s initiative to enhance...
FamilyMart Announces 1st Halal Convenience Store Cafe in Malaysia

FamilyMart Announces 1st Halal Convenience Store Cafe in Malaysia

FamilyMart Malaysia, a leading Japanese convenience store chain, announced that its FamiCafé has obtained halal certification from the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM), the government agency responsible for the Islamic affairs in the country. The...
Malaysia Emerging as a Regional Hub for Shipbuilding and Ship Repair

Malaysia Emerging as a Regional Hub for Shipbuilding and Ship Repair

The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), the government organization responsible for promoting foreign direct investment, announced that Malaysia has established a goal to become an Asian center for shipbuilding and ship repair (SBSR). The SBSR industry...
Finnish Company Provides Technology for New Elderly Lab in Malaysia

Finnish Company Provides Technology for New Elderly Lab in Malaysia

The Malaysian Research Institute on Ageing (MyAgeing) has just launched its Physical Functional Lab, which boasts an advanced rehab and exercise equipment from the Finnish company HUR. The facility is located at the MyAgeing institute in UPM Serdang, and its goal is...