Anwar Outlines Bold ASEAN Vision With Economic Integration, Regional Power Grid Initiative

PUTRAJAYA, May 21 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today outlined a bold strategic vision for ASEAN’s next phase of growth, emphasising stronger economic integration, trade expansion and cross-border energy connectivity as key pillars under Malaysia’s ASEAN chairmanship this year.

Finland Eyes Deeper Trade Ties With Malaysia, Pushes For EU-Malaysia FTA

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 (Bernama) -- Finland aims to deepen economic ties with Malaysia, focusing on the circular economy, smart and sustainable energy solutions, digitalisation, and semiconductors to boost trade and investment in the region.

Ringgit Ends Higher Against Greenback On Concerns Over US Fiscal Health

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended higher on Wednesday as concerns over the fiscal health of the United States continued to weigh on the greenback.

Petronas To Continue Its Function, Activities In Line With Petroleum Development Act 1974

PUTRAJAYA, May 21 (Bernama) -- Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) will continue to fulfil its function, activities, responsibilities and obligations as mandated under the Petroleum Development Act 1974 (PDA 1974) and related regulations.

Putrajaya, Sarawak Sign Joint Declaration On Petronas, Petros

PUTRAJAYA, May 21 (Bernama) -- The Federal Government and Sarawak have signed a joint declaration, reaching an understanding on matters involving Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) and Petroleum Sarawak Bhd (Petros).

MITI To Unveil New Incentives To Boost Malaysia's Semiconductor Industry - Tengku Zafrul

SINGAPORE, May 21 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) is creating targeted incentives aimed at further boosting the growth of the local semiconductor industry, said its Minister, Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

China Backs ASEAN-GCC-China Summit, Sees Malaysia As Key Regional Partner

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

BEIJING, May 21 (Bernama) -- China has expressed strong support for the upcoming ASEAN-GCC-China Summit, underscoring the importance of enhanced cooperation among Southeast Asia, the oil-ric

ASEAN, Dialogue Partners Reaffirm Support For Rules-Based Multilateral Trading System - MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) – The ASEAN Economic Ministers’ (AEM) consultations with China, Australia, New Zealand (NZ) and Japan have separately reaffirmed commitment to a rules-based multilateral trading system, with the World Trade Organisation at its core.

M'sia To Host WITEX And WCAF 2025, Global Showcase Of Islamic Tourism, Trade And Culture

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is set to host the World Islamic Tourism & Trade Expo (WITEX 2025) and the inaugural World Cultural & Arts Festival (WCAF 2025) from Aug 22 to 24 at Sunway Resort Hotel, Bandar Sunway, showcasing a vibrant convergence of Islamic tourism, global trade, culture and the arts.

Ringgit Closes Lower Against Greenback Despite Weaker US Dollar Index

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- The ringgit retreated against the greenback on Tuesday despite the weaker US dollar index (DXY) and lower US Treasury yields after the recent downgrade of the credit rating of the United States by Moody’s Ratings.

CT Group Showcases Advanced Tech At National Assembly Exhibition

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- CT Group was among a select group of private enterprises invited to participate in a special exhibition held at the National Assembly Building, Hanoi, aimed at implementing Vietnam’s Resolution No. 68-NQ/TW on private economic development.

Zanders Expands APAC Footprint With Singapore Office Opening

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- Global treasury and risk consultancy, Zanders has strengthened its presence in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region with the opening of a new office in Singapore.