Hibiscus Petroleum Signs RM439 Mln Islamic Financing Deal With Brunei Banks

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd, through its wholly owned subsidiary Simpor Hibiscus Sdn Bhd, has signed a long-term US$100 million (RM439 million) Islamic syndicated financing agreement with Bank Islam Brunei Darussalam (BIBD) and Baiduri Bank.

Balanced Development, Lasting Impact: Tun Abdullah’s Economic Blueprint Remembered

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 (Bernama) -- Allahyarham Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi will be remembered not only as Malaysia’s fifth Prime Minister but also as a visionary leader who championed a more inclusive and regionally balanced approach to economic development, said economists.

Tun Abdullah's Leadership And Foresight Leave Lasting Impact On Malaysia's Economic Landscape

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- Former Prime Minister Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi’s leadership and foresight were instrumental in laying the foundation for Malaysia’s economic corridor initiatives, which have left a lasting impact on the country’s economic landscape, said the East Coast Economic Region Development Council (ECERDC).

Ex-PM Abdullah: Champion Of Balanced Economic Growth, Human Capital Development And Halal Industry

By Nor Baizura Basri and Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) – Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, fondly known as Pak Lah, was a man with a demure personality, but he had a big heart for doing what was best, equitable and right for Malaysia and its people.

FACT 2025: Malaysia Drives Trade Growth With Harmonised Commodity Standards

PUTRAJAYA, April 14 (Bernama) -- As the powerhouse in the global commodities market, with palm oil, rubber, timber, cocoa and pepper driving its economy, Malaysia is focused on streamlining trade to foster trust between trading partners to strengthen trade and market development.

NGCC Seeks To Strengthen Malaysia's Response To Global Economic Developments -- PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- The National Geo-Economic Action Council (NGCC) will focus on strengthening the country’s response to global economic developments which encompass the tariff issue and ASEAN cooperation, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

LuMIC To Attract RM72 Bln Investments, Create Over 50,000 Jobs By 2050 -- Saarani

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- The development of the Lumut Maritime Industrial City (LuMIC) in Perak is expected to attract RM72 billion in investments and create over 50,000 job opportunities within the next 25 years, said Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad.

President Xi’s Visit To Malaysia Set To Trigger New Investments Into ASEAN, Says Trade Chamber In China

BEIJING, April 10 (Bernama) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping’s official visit to Malaysia next week will be pivotal in not only triggering new investments in Southeast Asia but also pave the way for further economic development and prosperity in the region.

Malaysia, Asia Pacific Positioned To Drive Global Green Energy Shift -- DPM Fadillah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and the broader Asia Pacific region have the potential to be global leaders in the clean energy revolution, said Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

New Cross-Border Bridge Project Aligns With ASEAN's Economic Goal -- Secretary-General

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- The construction of the second bridge project connecting Rantau Panjang, Kelantan, and Sungai Golok, Narathiwat is a significant step towards strengthening regional connectivity and economic integration within ASEAN, said ASEAN Secretary-General Dr Kao Kim Hourn.

Tengku Zafrul To Lead Malaysia's Delegation To Washington For Tariff Discussions

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz is set to lead Malaysia’s delegation to Washington at end of this month to discuss the reciprocal tariffs imposed by the United States (US) on Malaysia.

Innovative Funding Mechanisms Can Accelerate ASEAN's Transition Towards Low-carbon Economy - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Innovative funding mechanisms are vital for ASEAN to accelerate its transition towards a low-carbon economy, while strengthening climate resilience, in a just, inclusive and orderly way, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.