Malaysia Will Not Let Any Nation Dictate Its Policies – Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 17 (Bernama) -- No nation should dictate Malaysia’s policies—be it on trade, investment, or foreign relations—said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.  

Ringgit Firmer Against US Dollar On Sustained Hope For Fed Rate Cut

By NurulJannah Kamaruddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 17 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended higher against the US dollar, fueled by continued expectation that the US Federal Reserve (Fed) will cut interest rates.

ASEAN Must Prioritise Regional Interests Amid Global Geopolitical Shifts – Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 17 (Bernama) – Member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) must prioritise the bloc’s collective over any members’ ties to any superpower or alternative grouping, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Malaysia-ASEAN Relationship With China Should Be Based On Mutual Respect, Trust - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and ASEAN's relationship with China should continue to be built on mutual respect and trust, particularly when it comes to driving high-value industries, fostering innovation, and promoting sustainable development, said Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Malaysia Remains Non-Aligned, Will Not Be Drawn Into Power Rivalries -- PM Anwar 

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s position is clear that it remains non-aligned and will not be drawn into great power rivalries, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. 

HLIB Expects Malaysia To Withstand Impact Of US Trade Tensions

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 17 (Bernama) -- Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB) expects Malaysia to withstand the impact of renewed US trade tensions even as President Donald Trump moves to reintroduce tariffs. 

ASEAN Must Move Beyond Traditional Trade And Investment Figures -- PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 17 (Bernama) -- ASEAN must move beyond traditional trade and investment figures and focus on a partnership that is transformational and future-oriented, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. 

Bursa Malaysia Opens Slightly Higher But Turns Lower Thereafter

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 17 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened slightly higher but turned lower thereafter, weighed by cautious sentiment following mixed Wall Street’s Friday performance.

Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar On Stronger GDP Growth In 4q 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 17 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opens higher against the US dollar and ASEAN currencies due to stronger Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth in the final quarter (4Q) of 2024, said an analyst.

FMM, ASEAN BAC Malaysia Share 12 Initiatives For ASEAN Chair With Over 40 Businesses

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 15 (Bernama) — The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) today hosted the ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) Malaysia briefing to share 12 key initiatives for Malaysia’s ASEAN chairmanship year with over 40 business organisations.

Thai PM: RCEP, Regional Integration Key To ASEAN Prosperity

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 15 (Bernama) -- Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has underscored the shared priorities of deeper regional economic integration, strengthening supply chains and contributing to global economic development.

Thai PM: Economic Corridor Crucial To US$30 Bln Trade Target With Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 15 (Bernama) -- Thailand and Malaysia are accelerating efforts to unlock the full potential of cross-border trade and investment, aiming to establish a thriving economic corridor along their shared border.