Timor-Leste Confident In ASEAN Membership Progress, Hails Malaysia's Support

KOTA TINGGI, Feb 28 (Bernama) -- Timor-Leste is confident that it has made significant progress and is on the right track to fulfil the roadmap outlined for its full membership in ASEAN.

The 31st AEM Retreat Kicks Off In Desaru

KOTA TINGGI, Feb 28 (Bernama) -- The 31st ASEAN Economic Ministers (AEM) Retreat began today in Desaru, with a focus on regional economic integration and strategies to navigate ongoing geopolitical challenges.

Kluang Coffee Powder Factory Eyes RM31.5 Mln Revenue In 2025

KOTA TINGGI, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- Local coffee powder manufacturer Kluang Coffee Powder Factory Sdn Bhd aims to achieve RM31.5 million revenue in 2025, up five per cent from RM30 million last year, driven by strong demand from customers in both physical and online marketplaces.

Gambus Replica, Kain Benang Johor Presented As Souvenirs For ASEAN Delegates

JOHOR BAHRU, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Delegates at the 31st ASEAN Economic Ministers’ Retreat (AEM), in Desaru, Kota Tinggi, will receive exclusive souvenirs featuring a replica of gambus, a traditional musical instrument, and Kain Benang Johor fabric.

ICW, BuildXpo 2025 Aims To Reach RM700 Mln In Sales This Year

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Following a successful year generating RM654 million in sales, the International Construction Week (ICW) and the Malaysia International Building and Construction Industry Exhibition (BuildXpo) 2025 aim to achieve a projected sales target of at least RM700 million this year.

Dodol Makndak Aims To Open Factory This Year To Boost Production

KOTA TINGGI, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Dodol Makndak, a micro-business operated by a female entrepreneur in Pontian, aims to open a mini-factory this year to boost production.

HLTF-EI Discusses End-term Review Of AEC Blueprint 2025 -- MITI Sec-gen

KOTA TINGGI, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- The End-Term Review of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Blueprint 2025 was among the matters discussed at the The 47th High-Level Task Force on ASEAN Economic Integration (HLTF-EI).

Timor-Leste Will Be 'Very Good New Member' Of ASEAN -- MITI Sec-Gen

By Mohd Khairi Idham Amran and Norsyafawati Ab Wahab

KOTA TINGGI, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- As Malaysia takes on the ASEAN chairmanship in 2025, it is confident that Timor-Leste will be a "very good new member" to the regional bloc, said the secretary-general of the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) Datuk Hairil Yahri Yaacob.

HLTF-EI Underscores ASEAN Needs To Accelerate Intra-regional Trade, Investments -- MITI Sec-gen

KOTA TINGGI, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- The 47th High-Level Task Force on ASEAN Economic Integration (HLTF-EI) that convenes for the second day today underscores the need for ASEAN to accelerate efforts in deepening intra-regional trade and investment to bolster economic resilience. 

Paris Baguette’s Halal Hub Launch In Johor Boosts Malaysia-South Korea Economic Ties - Ambassador

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- The opening of Paris Baguette’s halal-certified bakery factory in Johor is seen as a pivotal development in strengthening economic and investment ties between Malaysia and South Korea, according to South Korean Ambassador to Malaysia Yeo Seung Bae.

Malaysia Through ASEAN Chairmanship Will Advocate For Deeper Collaboration In Green, Sustainable Investment Frameworks - DPM Fadillah

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is committed to positioning ASEAN as a global leader in sustainable finance and will advocate for deeper collaboration in green financing, regional energy connectivity, and the expansion of sustainable investment frameworks.

Laksa Johor MakEte Finds Its Way To The UK

By Nur Fatin Mohmad Kedenen

KOTA TINGGI, Feb 24 (Bernama) -- Johor Laksa MakEte from Segamat, produced by a female entrepreneur, has made its way to the United Kingdom (UK) via the Halal Street UK e-commerce platform.