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There is a strong demand for purpose-built industrial facilities in the midst of global supply chain diversification and warehouse automation in Penang.
News Malaysia » Penang » Economy: Penang draws more than half a million foreign patients, accounts for 45pc of Malaysia’s medical tourism revenue
GEORGE TOWN, July 9 — Penang now contributes 45 per cent of Malaysia’s total medical tourism revenue, said ...
News Malaysia » Penang » Economy: Netflix's 'The Big Fix' Filming Boosts Penang's Tourism, Creative Economy - Exco
Penang has strengthened its position as an international filming destination as Netflix's upcoming Hollywood film The Big Fix, starring Mark Wahlberg, is currently being shot at several iconic ...
News Malaysia » Penang » Economy: How ‘worthless’ water waste is becoming a profitable building material in Penang
What was once regarded as little more than waste from water treatment plants is now being transformed into high-value construction materials through ...
News Malaysia » Penang » Economy: Cruise industry has become pillar of Penang’s economy - PPC chairman
Penang Port Commission (PPC) chairman Datuk Yeoh Soon Hin said that cruise tourism is an important component of the maritime economy, not only driving the growth of Penang's tourism sector but also ...
News Malaysia » Penang » Economy: Penang positions AI as key driver for economic growth, digital transformation
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 8 — Artificial intelligence (AI) will be a key driver of Penang’s competitiveness and long-term economic sustainability, Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said today. He said that AI plays ...
News Malaysia » Penang » Economy: Penang Economy Grows 7.3 Per Cent, Records RM130.3 Bln GDP In 2025
GEORGE TOWN, July 3 (Bernama) -- Penang's economy grew by 7.3 per cent in 2025, with its gross domestic product (GDP) rising to RM130.3 billion from RM121.4 billion in the previous year, driven by the ...
News Malaysia » Penang » Economy: Inside Malaysia’s Big Bet On Smarter, AI-Driven Cities
Malaysia is staking its future on becoming an AI Nation, with AI-powered cities designed to deliver smarter public services, encourage sustainability practices and create more inclusive opportunities.
News Malaysia » Penang » Economy: Seizing Malaysia’s economic momentum
The depreciation of the Malaysian ringgit has prompted economic concerns, but key indicators show promise with inflation declining and unemployment holding steady. Encouraged by the 'China+1' model ...
News Malaysia » Penang » Economy: Malaysia central bank upbeat on 2026 economic growth
Domestic demand continues to be underpinned by a stable labour market, strong export performance and sustained investment activity. Rising exports are expected to support employment and private ...
News Malaysia » Penang » Economy: Penang courts more global productions as Mark Wahlberg filming puts state in focus
GEORGE TOWN, July 14 — Penang is stepping up efforts to attract more international film and television ...