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Vantage Data Centers is exploring a potential IPO at around $100 billion valuation or a sale, capitalizing on surging artificial intelligence-driven demand for computing infrastructure across the region and globally.
Malaysia's government-linked investment companies have tripled their domestic deployment to RM20.3 billion under the GEAR-uP programme in 2025, mobilising national wealth toward socioeconomic reforms and industrial advancement across the country.
The Education Ministry has committed RM4.6 billion to rehabilitate deteriorating schools in Sabah between 2023 and 2026, representing a significant portion of the RM6.6 billion invested nationally since 2016.
Malaysia's Economy Ministry has projected RM58 billion in development expenditure for 2027, maintaining its longstanding commitment to allocate 70% towards fundamental infrastructure and basic services.
Johor has committed RM50 million to repaint nearly 12,000 low-cost housing units across the state, benefiting almost 47,000 residents in a bid to enhance community environments and living conditions.
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet have pledged to deepen bilateral ties, focusing on infrastructure development, emerging technologies, and regional stability during talks in Shanghai.
Penang's Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has rejected calls to postpone the state's new water tariff that took effect on July 1, emphasising the additional revenue is essential for critical water supply infrastructure projects.