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MITI Deputy Minister Sim Tze Tzin said the government welcomes legitimate investments and businesses that comply with Malaysian laws but will not compromise on illegal activities that undermine the opportunities and income of local entrepreneurs. - Photo by Bernama

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New government guidelines tightening the importation of completely built-up (CBU) electric vehicles (EVs) are expected to accelerate the development of Malaysia’s local EV ecosystem, according to the Bumiputera Car Dealers Association, better known as Persatuan Pengimpot dan Peniaga Kenderaan Melayu Malaysia (Pekema). Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva.

Concerns over whether electric vehicles (EVs) will become significantly more expensive in Malaysia have been growing following recent policy changes affecting imported models and tax exemptions. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva.

All fully imported completely built-up (CBU) electric vehicles (EVs) are subject to two main conditions starting July 1, 2026, including a new minimum motor power limit of 180 kilowatts (kW) and above from 200 kW. - Photo edited via Canva

The government will study a proposal to restore Langkawi’s duty-free status as part of efforts to revitalise the island’s economy. - (Photo by MOHD RASFAN / AFP)

KPDN enforcement officers would carry out monitoring and enforcement on the ground to ensure compliance with the Price Control and Anti-Profiteering Act 2011. - Bernama file photo

The New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030) remains on track, with manufacturing value-added GDP growing 3.7 per cent to RM96.9 billion in the second quarter. – Photo illustrated via Canva

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has opened an investigation into a RM1.1 billion agreement between the Malaysian government and a foreign company.

A woman opens the door for a Tesla Model YL electric vehicle at a showroom in Beijing on February 3, 2026. China will ban hidden door handles on cars sold in the country from next year, phasing out the minimalist design popularised by Tesla over safety concerns. (Photo by Pedro Pardo / AFP)