LATEST NEWS   Teachers can claim MADANI Teachers' Book Voucher from today until Sept 30 - MOE | Budget 2026 and the 13th Malaysia Plan aim to secure the nation’s economic future, address current headwinds, and build a fairer, more equitable society – Amir Hamzah | Budget 2026 and the 13th Malaysia Plan's focus will be pragmatic, sensible and will drive continuity in the nation’s progress -- Amir Hamzah | Avangaad's unit Libra Perfex Precision secures contract worth RM66.8 million from Northport | Mohd Nasir Ahmad has been appointed as new Prasarana Group chairman, effective Aug 1 - Prasarana | 

There are 135 news based on search keyword " free trade agreement"

PM Anwar To Meet Captains Of Industry From 36 Italian Companies, Including MNCs In Rome 

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is set to meet captains of industry from 36 Italian firms, including multinational companies such as Leonardo SpA, STMicroelectronics and Ferrero during his maiden working visit to Rome, Italy on July 1.

South Korea–Malaysia FTA To Deepen Ties, Says Envoy

By Nur Atiq Maisarah Suhaimi & & Nur Elysa Amirah Suhaimi

KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 (Bernama) -- South Korean Ambassador to Malaysia, Yeo Seung Bae, expressed Seoul’s strong commitment to concluding a free trade agreement (FTA) with Malaysia, saying the partnership is poised to become stronger and more comprehensive.

Australia Deepens Economic Links with Malaysia, Singapore via Trade Mission

KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 (Bernama) -- Australia is intensifying efforts to strengthen its economic engagement with Southeast Asia through a high-level trade and investment mission currently visiting Malaysia and Singapore.

Malaysia Gains Preferential Palm Oil Market Access, Recognition Through MEEPA

KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has gained preferential market access and recognition for its sustainable palm oil following the signing of the Malaysia-European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Economic Partnership Agreement (MEEPA).

Malaysia Signs Economic Partnership Deal With Switzerland, Norway, Iceland And Liechtenstein

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) member states have signed an economic partnership agreement, opening a new chapter for Malaysia’s trade, investment and economic relations with Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein.

Malaysia's Trade Up 2.6 Pct To RM252.48 Bln In May - MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's trade increased by 2.6 per cent in May 2025 to reach RM252.48 billion, marking the 17th consecutive month of year-on-year growth since January 2024, said the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry. 

Economic News Reporting Skills Pivotal As Tariffs Dominate Global Headlines

KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 (Bernama) -- Journalists are keenly aware that knowledge in business and economics reporting is a pivotal component in covering domestic, regional and international issues competently, with tariffs now dominating global headlines.

Malaysia, Poland Eye Stronger ASEAN-EU Partnership, Economic Ties

PUTRAJAYA, June 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Poland have expressed readiness to deepen cooperation between ASEAN and the European Union (EU), leveraging their respective chairmanships to drive a more strategic and long-term interregional partnership.

ASEAN, GCC Countries, China Keen To Cooperate With Malaysia In Halal Industry — Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) — Several ASEAN countries, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and China are keen to work with Malaysia to share experiences in the halal industry.

AEC Strategic Plan To Drive Deeper Regional Economic Integration, Strengthen Resilience - Economist

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Strategic Plan 2026-2030 will drive deeper integration and create prosperity across the Southeast Asian economies, while strengthening the bloc’s resilience against external economic pressures, an economist said today.

ASEAN, GCC And China - A New Power Bloc Of The Global South

From Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

BEIJING, May 27 (Bernama) -- As the global economic uncertainty rages on following the United States’ (US) sweeping tariffs, China sees the inaugural ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)-China Summit in Kuala Lumpur today not merely as a diplomatic gathering but a pivotal moment in the rise of the Global South. 

Malaysia Signs Deal To Initiate Trade Talks With GCC, Eyes Expansion Of Businesses -- Tengku Zafrul

By Vikneswaran Raman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 (Bernama) — Malaysia has set its sights on expanding trade with the oil-rich Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries after signing a joint statement to initiate negotiations on a Malaysia-GCC Free Trade Agreement (MGFTA) today.