A Strong Performance to Watch The Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) has surged to around RM 4.16 to the US dollar , marking its strongest level in 13 months. In doing so, it has emerged as one of Asia’s best-performing currencies  this year. This strength reflects a combination of internal economic factors—including solid growth prospects, stable inflation and financial discipline—as well as favourable external conditions like foreign capital inflows and modest global risk sentiment. W

When U.S. President Donald Trump visited Malaysia during the 47th ASEAN Summit (October 26–28, 2025) in Kuala Lumpur, it marked more than a diplomatic photo opportunity. For Malaysia’s economy, it signaled a shift in momentum, opportunity and strategic alignment, both regionally and globally. Below is a breakdown of why this visit matters, and what it could mean for Malaysia’s economic trajectory. US President Donald Trump joining the performers in a dance during a welcoming

For small and medium enterprises (SMEs), growth often means looking beyond borders. But expanding overseas can be overwhelming — especially when it involves understanding local labor laws, setting up a legal entity, and managing compliance. Many SMEs want to hire foreigners in Malaysia  to tap into its skilled, multilingual workforce — but don’t have the time or resources to deal with the red tape. That’s why more SMEs are turning to an Employer of Record (EOR)  service to ma