Economic

Malaysian High Commission In New Zealand Backs USANITA's Entry Into Australasian Market

KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) -- The High Commission of Malaysia in New Zealand has expressed its full support for Usanita group’s mission to empower Malaysian women entrepreneurs to expand into international markets, particularly in the Australasian region.

Malaysia Continues To Forge Trade, Investment Ties With Global Strategic Partners - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) -- The recent meetings between Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and high-level foreign leaders from Australia, Pakistan, Turkiye and Palestine underlined Malaysia’s commitment to strengthening trade and investment ties with strategic partners from multiple continents. 

US Tariffs Dominate ASEAN Talks As Leaders Rally Around Trade Unity

KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) -- As global trade tensions continue to rise, the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) and Related Meetings wrapped up its four days of talks in Kuala Lumpur on Friday, July 11, with the United States’ (US) sweeping tariff hikes becoming a major talking point among regional leaders.

Meetings With Foreign Leaders Highlight Malaysia's Active Role In Bilateral, Multilateral Diplomacy - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) -- A series of courtesy visits by dignitaries from various countries, as well as the European Union, highlight Malaysia’s active role in bilateral and multilateral diplomacy. 

UK-Malaysia CPTPP Deal Set To Unlock Opportunities For SMEs In UK Market -- Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) -- The first Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) between the United Kingdom (UK) and Malaysia is expected to unlock vast opportunities for Malaysian exporters, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to penetrate the UK market. 

MIDF Amanah Sees Manufacturing Growth Sustaining Despite Tariff Risks

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd expects Malaysia’s manufacturing sector to maintain its recovery momentum, driven by improved factory output and resilient domestic demand, though external headwinds remain a concern.

US Dismisses Concerns US Tariff Could Alienate ASEAN Member Countries

By Samantha Tan

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- The United States (US) has dismissed concerns that its newly announced global tariffs could alienate ASEAN partners, reiterating that the measures are necessary to address long-standing trade imbalances.

AIA Malaysia Clinches Top MDRT Spot In Malaysia For The Ninth Time

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- AIA Malaysia has been recognised as the number one Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) company in Malaysia, earning the distinction for the ninth time. 

Econpile Secures RM98.2 Mln Construction Project In Klang

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- Econpile Holdings Bhd’s (Econpile Holdings) wholly-owned subsidiary, Econpile (M) Sdn Bhd, has secured a RM98.2 million construction contract from Eastmont Sdn Bhd for a proposed industrial development in Klang, Selangor.

Johor Boosts Investments By Creating New Economic Wave In Digital, AI Sectors

By Mohamad Syazwan Mustafa

JOHOR BAHRU, July 9 (Bernama) -- Johor has become one of the most vibrant investment destinations in Malaysia as it continues to record investment approvals totalling RM30.1 billion in the first quarter of this year, creating momentum and a new wave in the country's investment ecosystem through the digital and artificial intelligence (AI) sectors.

Bank Muamalat Launches Ar-Rahnu BIZ: Up To RM5 Mln In Financing Using Gold As Collateral

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd today introduced Ar-Rahnu BIZ, a new shariah-compliant financing product designed specifically for registered companies (Sdn Bhd and enterprises) seeking quick access to capital of up to RM5 million, secured with gold as collateral.

Gold Shines As Safe Haven Amid Global Uncertainty - Malaysia Gold Association

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- Global demand for gold bars as a secure investment is on the rise, particularly among central banks and high-net-worth individuals, according to the Malaysia Gold Association.