ASEAN-BAC To Present Proposals To Strengthen The Regional Economy At AEM Retreat -- Tengku Zafrul

By Norsyafawati Ab Wahab

Extended Producer Responsibility Concept, Market-based Recycling Among Highlights In ASEAN Media Workshop

JAKARTA, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- The implementation of extended producer responsibility (EPR) and market-based recycling system in ASEAN were among the key highlights raised at the Southeast Asia environmental workshop for media practitioners held here. 

Autel Energy Unveils High-speed Maxicharger DH480 At EVCharge Live Thailand 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- Autel Energy, an electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions provider, is making waves at EVCharge Live Thailand 2025, held on Feb 26 to 27, with the debut of its innovative MaxiCharger DC series.

Guan Chong's Net Profit Surges To RM429.2 Mln In FY2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Guan Chong Bhd’s net profit surged to RM429.18 million in the financial year ended Dec 31, 2024 (FY2024) compared with RM100.93 million in the preceding year partly due to higher selling prices of cocoa products.

Commercial Aviation Safety Improves On Five-year Average But Took A Step Back From 2023 - IATA

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- The commercial aviation industry delivered an improved overall performance on safety in 2024 including showing improvements on the five-year average, but it took a step back from an exceptional performance in 2023, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

MITI Commits To Steel Industry Sustainability, Engages Industry Players

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has reaffirmed its commitment to restructuring Malaysia’s steel industry to enhance sustainability, recognising it as a strategic sector for the country.

Give Asean Secretariat More Clout To Get Countries To Rescind Non-Tariff Barriers -- Nazir Razak

By Mikhail Raj Abdullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- The Jakarta-based ASEAN Secretariat should be given more clout to flag countries that resort to non-tariff barriers (NTBs).

Anaqua Acquired By Nordic Capital To Boost IP Management Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Anaqua has announced that Nordic Capital, a technology & payments private equity investor, has acquired a controlling interest in the company from Astorg.

SIBS 2025 Set For Oct 8-11, Solidifying Selangor AS ASEAN Gateway

SHAH ALAM, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- The Selangor International Business Summit 2025 (SIBS 2025), set for October 8 to 11 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, aims to position Selangor as a regional investment hub and gateway to ASEAN markets.

EPF 2024 Dividend Rate To Range From 6.0 Pct-6.2 Pct - Analyst

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) is projected to announce a dividend rate of between 6.0 per cent and 6.2 per cent for 2024, supported by robust global and domestic economic conditions, said an analyst. 

Govt Adding Export Markets, Strengthens Diplomacy To Address Economic Uncertainty - MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- The government is taking measures to mitigate the negative impact of global economic uncertainties on international trade by expanding export destinations and strengthening trade diplomacy, said the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).

Malaysia's Economy Shows Resilience Amid Global Uncertainty

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is on the right track to unleash its potential as its economy remains on a steady course, bolstered by government reforms and strong economic fundamentals, according to HSBC's ASEAN economist Yun Liu.