ASEAN Economic Ministers Meeting Prepares To Welcome 500 Delegates

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 21 (Bernama) -- Preparations for the 57th ASEAN Economic Ministers (AEM) Meeting and related meetings in the nation's capital are progressing smoothly, with several final preparations being carried out to ensure the smooth conduct of these meetings.

ASEAN Economic Ministers Meet Vital To Boost Trade Amid Lingering Trade Tensions

By Nor Baizura Basri

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 21 (Bernama) -- ASEAN economic ministers will gather here next week for what is set to be a crucial meeting to finalise the agenda for advancing intra- and extra-regional trade and investment,  which will then be forwarded to their leaders and dialogue partners for endorsement at next month’s summit.

Kunak Lipids Brings Sabah's Tocotrienols To The World Stage At Vitafoods Asia

By Kenny Teng Khoon Hock

BANGKOK, Sept 20 (Bernama) -- When the doors opened at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre in Bangkok for Vitafoods Asia, the annual gathering of the nutraceutical world, one booth had stood out with Malaysia and Sabah’s names proudly emblazoned across its banner.

Timor-Leste Eyes Closer Trade Ties With Malaysia, Boost In Agriculture And Tourism

From V. Sankara

DILI (TIMOR-LESTE), Sept 18 (Bernama) -- Timor-Leste is keen to expand trade and investment with Malaysia, focusing on food security, agriculture and tourism as it strengthens cooperation through ASEAN integration.

Dr Indra Singawinata Starts Second Term As APO Secretary-General, Sets Bold Agenda

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 (Bernama) -- The Asian Productivity Organization (APO) has announced the reappointment of Dr Indra Pradana Singawinata as its 13th Secretary‑General, effective Sept 16.

Ambassador: Timor-Leste A Launchpad To Indonesia, Northern Australia Markets For Malaysia

By V.Sankara

DILI (TIMOR-LESTE), Sept 16 (Bernama) -- Timor-Leste’s position as a “launchpad” to markets in Indonesia and northern Australia makes it an attractive destination for Malaysian investors, training institutions and media organisations, said Malaysian ambassador to Timor-Leste Datuk Amarjit Singh.

Ringgit Breaches 4.20 Level Against Greenback Ahead Of Widely Expected US Interest Rate Cut

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 12 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended the week on an upbeat note ahead of a widely expected interest rate cut by the United States next week.

Johor On Track To Record RM2.5 Billion Revenue This Year

ISKANDAR PUTERI, Sept 11 (Bernama) -- Johor is on track to achieve a state revenue projection of RM2.5 billion this year, the highest in its history, surpassing previous peak figures of RM1.5 billion to RM1.7 billion recorded between 2015 and 2021.

Oil Prices Jump On News Of Doha Attack

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 10 (Bernama) -- Oil prices jumped following news that Doha, the capital of Qatar, was attacked by Israel, which claimed responsibility for targeting Hamas leaders.

EPF Focuses On Rebuilding Savings After RM145 Bln Withdrawn - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 8 (Bernama) -- The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) is working to rebuild contributors' savings after RM145 billion was withdrawn through four COVID-19 related withdrawal facilities, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

AIM Committed To Providing Shariah-compliant Financial Facilities

By Azli Shafii

TANAH MERAH, Sept 7 (Bernama) -- Amanah Ikhtiar Malaysia (AIM) is committed to expanding its Ikhtiar Ar-Rahnu service nationwide to provide takaful-protected, Shariah-compliant micro-financing facilities.

Gold Futures Extend Gains, Fueled By Fiscal Anxieties

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 3 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives extended their gains on Wednesday, driven by fiscal concerns in the United States (US), said an analyst.