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Harmony Unveiled: Luxury, Culture, Natural Splendor At Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Nestled in the heart of Borneo’s vibrant capital city, Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu stands as a beacon of luxury and cultural immersion.
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Malaysia emerges as a top destination for China travellers on Airbnb this winter
As the new year beckons, Malaysia continues to be a preferred travel destination among Chinese travellers. According to latest Airbnb data, Malaysia ranked 6th in the top outbound search destinations for guests from China this winter season.
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Malaysia, Singapore Eye Passport-free Travel Between Both Countries
Malaysia and Singapore have agreed to develop a passport-free travel system to allow better movement across the two countries’ border at the south of Johor.
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Enforcement Of Anti-Money Laundering Measures By KPDN Throughout 2023
The Enforcement Division of the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDN) enforced a total of 12 Acts involving price control, anti-profiteering, supply control of subsidised and essential goods, consumer protection, intellectual property protection, and domestic trade throughout the year 2023. KPDN also undertook efforts to combat money laundering under the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001 (AMLATFPUAA 2001) [Act 613].
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EdgePoint Elevates The Exchange TRX Connectivity With Cutting-Edge 5G-Ready Infrastructure
EdgePoint Towers Sdn Bhd, Malaysia’s second-largest independent telecommunications infrastructure company, has successfully implemented state-of-the-art 5G-ready infrastructure at The Exchange TRX, delivering enhanced connectivity to visitors since the mall’s official launch in November 2023.
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Singapore Coding Bootcamp Startup Fuels Tech Careers In Malaysia With 10 Exclusive Scholarships
Malaysia’s digital transformation took a giant leap forward with the introduction of Rocket Academy, a Singaporean live-online coding bootcamp making its official entry into the Malaysian market. As the Malaysian Digital Economy is projected to contribute 25.5% of the country’s GDP by 2025, the tech industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, with job vacancies increasing by 29.3% year-on-year.
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JB-SG RTS Link Project Is 65% Completed, Full Operation Anticipated By Dec 2026
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Singaporean counterpart Lee Hsien Loong have been reported to witness the Rapid Transit System Link (RTS Link) project between Malaysia and Singapore that has reached a symbolic connection point. The completion of the marine viaduct span between Johor Baru and Singapore had reached a progress level of 65 per cent as of December 31, 2023, as scheduled.
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Kenanga Downgrades Genting Malaysia On Its Empire Share Plans
Genting Malaysia is planning to subscribe for additional USD100m preference shares in Empire Resorts Inc, a US gaming JV with the Genting’s founding Lim family. Despite the sensitivity of a related-party transaction, the proposal aims to bolster Empire’s balance sheet. Kenanga maintain its forecasts on this latest exercise but tone down its TP by 5% from RM3.07 to RM2.90 and outperform call to market perform.
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Agong Inaugurates Menara Merdeka 118, Hails Tower As Symbol Of National Success And Unity
The Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah, officially opened Menara Merdeka 118, urging Malaysians to perceive it as a powerful emblem of the nation’s triumph over challenges in its journey to independence.
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Nestcon Secures RM108 Million Commercial Development Project From Exsim Avenue
Nestcon via its wholly owned subsidiary has accepted the letter of award dated 10 January 2024 awarded by Exsim Avenue Sdn. Bhd. for undertaking the construction and completion of earthworks, piling works, main building works and infrastructure works for a 37-storey mixed commercial development comprising of retail shops, strata office, service apartments (126 units), carparks and other relevant facilities.
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