Pakatan Harapan (PH) is expected to announce its candidates for the Melaka state election within the next one or two weeks, says PH election director Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari.

Melaka polls: PH to announce candidates in one or two weeks, says Amirudin

Barisan Nasional (BN) is open to discussions on the form of cooperation with any political party for the Melaka state election, including anyone interested in using the coalition’s logo, said Umno vice-president Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin.

BN open to cooperation talks, use of coalition logo in Melaka polls, says Mohamed Khaled

MELAKA (Sept 27): The principle of justice must continue to be the cornerstone of PKR’s struggle as it faces the Melaka state election, said the party’s Advisory Council chairman Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail.

Melaka polls: PKR must continue to uphold principle of justice — Dr Wan Azizah

KUALA LUMPUR (Sept 27): Barisan Nasional (BN) will finalise the form of political cooperation and the logo to be used for the Melaka state election after completing discussions with the relevant party leaders this week, said its chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

Melaka polls: BN to finalise political cooperation, logo this week — Ahmad Zahid

MELAKA (Sept 27): Pakatan Harapan (PH) Melaka has confirmed that it has completed seat allocations among its state-level component parties for the upcoming Melaka state election.

Melaka seat allocation completed, PH Presidential Council to finalise, says Adly Zahari

Barisan Nasional (BN) will begin negotiations with two different groups next week on cooperation for the Melaka state election, said its chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

Melaka polls: BN to hold separate talks with two groups next week

The Election Commission (EC) will hold a special meeting on Oct 7 to discuss matters related to the 16th Melaka state election.

EC to discuss Melaka state election nomination, polling dates on Oct 7

Negotiations for cooperation between Barisan Nasional (BN) and other parties for the 16th Melaka State Election are expected to be held soon, says Melaka BN chairman Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh.

BN to negotiate with other parties for Melaka polls soon — Ab Rauf

Pakatan Harapan (PH) is expected to announce its candidates for the Melaka state election one to two weeks before the nomination day, said the prime minister’s political secretary Datuk Azman Abidin.

Melaka polls: PH to announce candidates one to two weeks before nomination

No decision has been made yet on the form of political cooperation for the upcoming Melaka state election, Pakatan Harapan (PH) chairman Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.

PM says no decision yet on political tie-up for Melaka polls, confirms Bersatu talks 

The Melaka State Legislative Assembly will be dissolved on Wednesday to pave the way for the 16th state election.

Melaka assembly to dissolve on Wednesday, paving way for state election

MELAKA (Sept 21): Melaka Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh has advised parties interested in collaborating with the coalition in the upcoming state election not to negotiate such matters via social media.

Ab Rauf: Do not negotiate collaboration for state election on social media

ALOR GAJAH (Sept 21): Pakatan Harapan (PH) views the PH Plus cooperation for the Melaka state election as more suitable as an electoral understanding rather than a new political coalition, given the increasingly limited time for preparations.

Amirudin: PH Plus more of an electoral understanding

Pakatan Harapan (PH) Melaka is finalising negotiations with parties that have similar aspirations, including Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu), to form a PH Plus collaboration to contest the Melaka State Election.

Melaka PH, Bersatu in talks to form ‘PH Plus’ for state election, says Adly

From design to the finished device, a chip goes through four main stages. Global giants dominate each stage, but Bursa Malaysia–listed companies are strongest in assembly and test, and in the equipment, machined parts and automation segments that the entire chain depends on.

Where Malaysian players sit in the semiconductor value chain

FTSE Russell has reaffirmed the emerging-market status of Indonesian equities amid measures taken by local authorities to improve transparency.  FTSE said it will continue to closely monitor capital market integrity reforms in the country.

FTSE reiterates Indonesia’s emerging status amid ongoing reforms

A record-breaking rally on Wall Street may set the tone for Asian markets as traders focus on earnings, even as elevated oil prices threaten to keep interest rates and global bond yields higher for longer.

Record run for US stocks to set tone for Asia

Oil steadied as traders weighed increased flows through the Strait of Hormuz against a pickup in Iranian attacks against vessels. West Texas Intermediate traded below US$90 a barrel after a volatile session on Tuesday, while Brent settled near US$101.

Oil steadies with focus on Hormuz shipments and vessel attacks

Wall Street traders drove stocks to all-time highs on growing bets that Corporate America will be able to weather the threats from still-elevated energy costs and interest rates.

S&P 500 climbs to record high on earnings optimism

Home confinement granted under a royal conditional pardon cannot be equated with a statutory house arrest order as it operates under its own set of rules, according to Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.

Home confinement under royal pardon differs from house arrest, has own SOPs — Saifuddin

Here is a brief recap of some business news and corporate announcements that made the headlines on Tuesday.

CIMB, Zetrix AI, Top Glove, Samaiden, Mesiniaga, Scientex, Dialog, Elridge Energy, Insights Analytics, SLGC

Chin Hin Group Property Bhd (KL:CHGP) said on Tuesday that its proposed disposal of four loss-making commercial vehicle and bodyworks subsidiaries and the earlier aborted sale of the same businesses were negotiated under different commercial terms and transaction structures.

Chin Hin Group Property says fresh commercial vehicle business deal negotiated under different terms

Gold ticked up on Tuesday, supported by a pause in the US Treasury yield's rally and a weaker dollar, while investors awaited the minutes of the US Federal Reserve's (Fed) September meeting for fresh clues on its monetary policy outlook.

Gold edges up as dollar, Treasury yields slip

The crew of a merchant ship was missing on Tuesday after the vessel sank in the Black Sea off Nato member Bulgaria following a drone strike that Prime Minister Rumen Radev described as a gross violation of international law.

Drone sinks ship off Bulgaria as fears grow about hybrid attacks by Russia

Zetrix AI Bhd (KL:ZETRIX) said the exact amount it owes the Road Transport Department (JPJ) is still being finalised between the two parties, a day after Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the company had accumulated RM314 million in unpaid remittances.

Zetrix says still finalising amount owed to JPJ after Loke reveals RM314m arrears

Home confinement granted under a royal conditional pardon cannot be equated with a statutory house arrest order as it operates under its own set of rules, according to Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.

Berjaya Corp Bhd (KL:BJCORP) said its main businesses at Berjaya Hills remain fully operational despite enforcement action by the Pahang authorities, and expects no material financial or operational impact from the issue.

Berjaya says core Berjaya Hills businesses unaffected by Pahang enforcement action

Here is a brief recap of some business news and corporate announcements that made the headlines on Tuesday.

US bond yields fell from their highest levels since 2002 as oil prices retreated below US$100 a barrel and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent insisted the government’s debt load can be tamed.

US yields fall from 2002 high as oil dips, Bessent vows on debt

The Dewan Rakyat on Tuesday approved amendments to legislation that would empower the youth and sports minister to revoke the registration of sports bodies deemed harmful to national security, public order or morality.

Dewan Rakyat approves bill giving minister authority to revoke sports bodies amid concerns about 'absolute power'

Former Treasury secretary Janet Yellen criticised President Donald Trump’s treatment of US allies, and backed the idea of retaliation for protectionist moves.

Yellen says Trump ‘appalling’ on US allies, backs retaliation

Asteel Group Bhd (KL:ASTEEL) has appointed former Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain @ Abd Rasid as independent non-executive chairman and new controlling shareholder Datuk Clifford Hii Toh Leong as executive deputy chairman.

Asteel names ex-IGP Razarudin chairman, Clifford Hii executive deputy chairman in board revamp

Renewable energy solutions provider Samaiden Group Bhd (KL:SAMAIDEN) said its contracts to undertake works for a 99.99-megawatt (MW) Large Scale Solar 5+ (LSS5+) project are worth RM238 million.

Samaiden reveals RM238 mil contract value for LSS5+ solar project

A survey of 1,000 people by the Malaysia&nbsp;Retail Chain Association found that 59% of them were unable to use the one-off RM100 government aid at their preferred shops to buy essentials, while 72% switched stores to do so.

Retailers call for wider access to Sara as 59% of those surveyed unable to use aid at preferred stores

All schools, kindergartens and childcare centres across the Batu Pahat district have been ordered to close from Wednesday, Oct 7, after the air pollutant index (API) reading exceeded 200, reaching the “very unhealthy” level.

Haze: Batu Pahat schools, kindergartens and childcare centres to close as API exceeds 200

Insights Analytics Bhd (KL:IAB), which mainly provides asset management systems to water utilities, has secured a RM14.44 million subcontract to construct a water treatment plant in Sarawak's Miri division.

Insights Analytics secures contract for Suai water treatment plant in Miri

Mesiniaga Bhd (KL:MSNIAGA) has won a RM32.3 million contract from the Royal Malaysian Customs Department (RMDC) for the maintenance and licence renewal of its MyGST System.

Mesiniaga wins two-year RM32.3m contract extension from Customs Dept

Elridge Energy Holdings Bhd (KL:ELRIDGE) is investing RM45 million to venture into the manufacturing and the sale of activated carbon business for&nbsp;use across water treatment, industrial purification and related filtration.

Elridge Energy invests RM45m to venture into activated carbon business

Indonesia rolled back parts of a business-friendly labour law, tightening restrictions on outsourcing and fixed-term contracts.

Indonesia’s new labour law tilts balance back toward workers

Malaysia and France are expected to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on energy transition soon to accelerate efforts towards a cleaner and more sustainable future, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said on Tuesday.

Malaysia, France to sign energy transition MOU soon, says Fadillah

（吉隆坡6日讯）顶级手套（Top Glove Corp Bhd）（KL:TOPGLOV）在2026财政年净利翻3倍后，预计2027财年的表现将更上一层楼。

2026财年表现强劲 顶级手套预计2027财年更佳

Chin Hin Group Property Bhd (KL:CHGP) said on Tuesday that its proposed disposal of four loss-making commercial vehicle and bodyworks subsidiaries and the earlier aborted sale of the same businesses were negotiated under different commercial terms and transaction structures.

The benchmark S&amp;P 500 and the Nasdaq hit record highs on Tuesday as Treasury yields eased from multi-year highs and oil prices fell, while investors looked ahead to the upcoming quarterly earnings season.

S&P 500, Nasdaq touch new peaks as Treasury yields cool, oil slips

A moderate earthquake measuring 5.0 on the Richter scale struck the waters off Sandakan at 9.11pm on Tuesday.

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