Despite strong economic performance, Malaysia’s leader has struggled to win back Malay voters. The challenge just got harder

Analysts say its higher prices are unlikely to derail data centre growth, but tighter supplies could stymie new capacity

He also alludes to ongoing tensions in the South China Sea, declaring that Filipinos “do not yield”

But strong dependence on tech is a downside risk if the sector hits a slump

He reportedly resigned for personal reasons; Destry Damayanti appointed as interim governor

The country’s manufacturing production index from January to June fell 0.4%

The new regulation will apply from Aug 1

US officials will push the reliability of US equipment and technology to rebalance trade in favour of the world’s largest economy

State funding gaps have turned the sector into a prime market for foreign capital

Rare earths are prioritised for domestic use under a regulation issued last year