ADB’s Proposed US$30 Billion Facility Among Key Outcomes Of 13th AFMGM

PUTRAJAYA, April 11 (Bernama) -- The 13th ASEAN Finance Ministers’ and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting (AFMGM) welcomed a proposed US$30 billion (RM141 billion) facility by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for 2026–2030 to support the implementation of the Finance Sectoral Plan and ASEAN Community Vision 2045.

Trade Protectionism Disrupts Global Trade - ASEAN+3

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- Rising trade protectionism impacts global trade, causing economic fragmentation that affects trade, investment, and capital flows throughout the region, as concluded in the 28th ASEAN+3 Finance Ministers’ and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting (AFMGM+3).

12th AFMGM Successfully Concludes, Signalling Continued Unity Among Member Countries

By Zarul Effendi Razali

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- The 12th ASEAN Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting (AFMGM) concluded today, with the grouping endorsing Malaysia’s Priority Economic Deliverables (PED) against a backdrop of debilitating tariffs imposed on member states, but it prodded members to further reaffirm their commitment to deepening financial integration and reinforcing regional economic resilience.

ASEAN Stands Ready To Respond To Market Volatility From Tariffs Tension - AFMGM Statement

By Siti Baaqiah Mamat

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- The imposition of United States’ (US) tariffs and the potential for retaliatory measures could lead to heightened volatility in capital flows and exchange rates, according to a joint statement of the 12th ASEAN Finance Ministers’ and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting (AFMGM).

Countries Should Use WTO Platform To Resolve Trade Issues, Problems - PM Anwar

By Nor Baizura Basri and Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim strongly believes that trading countries should use the World Trade Organisation (WTO) platform to resolve trade issues and problems, including tariffs.

ASEAN To Be More Efficient For More Room On Tariff Negotiations -- Sri Mulyani

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- ASEAN member states are focusing on eliminating distortions to be more efficient for more room on negotiations, as Washington expressed concerns about tariff and non-tariff barriers, says Indonesia Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati.

PM Anwar Expected To Deliver Consensus Statement For ASEAN To Galvanise Inherent Strength To Achieve Economic Independence, Ward Off Global Risks  

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- The 12th ASEAN Finance Ministers’ and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting (AFMGM) today is paramount for getting a buy-in from ministers for regional consensus to deal with crippling American tariffs.

ASEAN Finance Ministers, Central Bank Governors To Hold In-depth Discussions On Regional Financial Integration

 KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- ASEAN Finance Ministers today got down to the hard work of putting in place the necessary pre-requisites and initiatives to deepen financial integration more urgently in the light of debilitating tariffs on all member states.

AFMGM: Anwar To Launch ASEAN SEDG Guide For SMEs Today

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to deliver the keynote address and officiate the launch of the ASEAN Simplified Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Disclosure Guide for SMEs in Supply Chains Version 1 today (ASEAN SEDG).

ASEAN: Retaliatory Tariffs Present Challenges And Opportunities For Grouping

By Zarul Effendi Razali

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- As senior officials concluded the first day of the 12th ASEAN Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting (AFMGM), it became evident that while the retaliatory tariffs imposed by the United States present significant challenges, they also offer opportunities for Southeast Asian member states.

Innovative Funding Mechanisms Can Accelerate ASEAN's Transition Towards Low-carbon Economy - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Innovative funding mechanisms are vital for ASEAN to accelerate its transition towards a low-carbon economy, while strengthening climate resilience, in a just, inclusive and orderly way, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

US Tariff Fiasco Presents ASEAN With Both Challenges And Opportunities -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- The recent tariff announcement by Washington will change the trade dynamics and operating environment, which can influence the economic growth narrative and present ASEAN with both challenges and opportunities.