Siemens, a leading technology company, has been awarded Malaysia Digital (MD) Status by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC). This recognition affirms Siemens’ contribution in advancing digital transformation across industries and infrastructure, and will enable Siemens to provide greater support to Malaysia’s vision of becoming a preferred hub for world class digital businesses and talents.

Capital Markets Malaysia (“CMM”), an affiliate of the Securities Commission Malaysia (“SC”), today concluded the first cohort of its 2024 Elevate Programme (the “Programme”). The Programme is targeted at executive leadership of high performing, small and medium enterprises (“SMEs”) and mid-tier companies (“MTCs”) who are looking to accelerate growth, offering them knowledge and competency development to effectively navigate and leverage fund raising options via the capital market.

Government debts can generate positive multiplier effects when allocated to productive projects and managed within a reasonable debt level. Conversely, prolonged elevated debt levels can constrain future fiscal space and impede economic growth.