KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (Bernama) -- The business events (BE) industry in Malaysia is projected to grow by eight per cent in 2025, according to the Malaysian Association of Convention and Exhibition Organisers and Suppliers (MACEOS).
KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- ASEAN must remain neutral in the escalating global trade war over tariffs between superpowers the United States and China, former Bank Negara Assistant Governor Tan Sri Andrew Sheng said.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Calling the United States’ (US) tariffs move as a “Trumpian crisis”, Tan Sri Nazir Razak said it is an opportunity for ASEAN to demonstrate and further cement unity and resilience and together turbo-charge economic integration of the bloc.
By CW Sim
KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- When President Donald Trump announced a 24 per cent reciprocal tariff on Malaysia on April 2, 2025, it triggered concern across Southeast Asia. But in Kuala Lumpur, the initial turbulence gave way to a clearer recognition — this was not an unforeseen storm.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to remain defensive versus the US dollar, trading at a range of 4.42-4.45, barring surprises, said Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).
KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a” (Excellent) for Hong Kong’s CMB Wing Lung Insurance Company Ltd (CMBWLI), with a stable outlook.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysian glove makers are among the top gainers today as the American tariff differential widens between Malaysia and China exports to the United States (US), which stands at 24 per cent and at least 54 per cent, respectively.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 (Bernama) -- AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a-” (Excellent) for Taiwan’s Nan Shan General Insurance Co Ltd (Nan Shan General), with a stable outlook.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- Japanese companies are keen to participate in advanced sustainable development in Malaysia’s decarbonisation initiatives, said Japan External Trade Organisation (Jetro) Kuala Lumpur.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 (Bernama) -- The ringgit continued to strengthen against the US dollar at the opening, as rapid shifts in US economic policies under President Donald Trump’s administration created uncertainty within the business community, potentially dampening demand.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar this morning as investors viewed Malaysia’s political and policy stability favourably among emerging markets, boosting the currency’s appeal amid mixed global sentiment.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) -- The government is drafting a robust national strategy to face any eventualities, including the establishment of the National Geoeconomic Command Centre (NGCC), said Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.
