UOB Malaysia Named Malaysia's Best Bank By Global Finance

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- UOB Malaysia has been named Malaysia's Best Bank at the 32nd annual World's Best Bank Awards 2025 - Asia Pacific by Global Finance magazine.

AFMGM: Anwar To Launch ASEAN SEDG Guide For SMEs Today

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to deliver the keynote address and officiate the launch of the ASEAN Simplified Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Disclosure Guide for SMEs in Supply Chains Version 1 today (ASEAN SEDG).

Preparatory Meetings Underway For 12th ASEAN Finance Ministers And Central Bank Governors' Meeting

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Preparatory meetings for the 12th ASEAN Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors' Meeting (AFMGM) began this morning as senior officials commence finalising documents for their ministers to discuss later this week, with a clear emphasis on enhancing regional financial integration.

MGCC Steps Up Support For Malaysian Businesses Amid US Tariff Concerns

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MGCC) has ramped up its strategic advisory efforts to support Malaysian businesses in navigating the economic challenges posed by the United States’ (US) latest tariff measures.

Malaysia To Consult ASEAN Members On US Reciprocal Tariff Issue - Anwar

KAJANG, April 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia, as the chair of ASEAN, will engage in discussions with several member states of the bloc to reach a collective agreement regarding the reciprocal tariff issue announced by the United States (US) to ensure that the principle of fairness is upheld in international trade.

Malaysia Focuses On Three Priority Economic Deliverables At AFMGM 2025 - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has focused on three priority economic deliverables (PEDs) under the financial track — sustainable financing, digital economy, and inclusive development  — which will be the main focus of discussions at the 12th ASEAN Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors' Meeting (AFMGM) from April 7-10.

Affin Bank, MUFG Malaysia Ink MoU For Strategic Partnership

KUALA LUMPUR, March 19 (Bernama) -- Affin Bank Bhd has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with MUFG Bank (Malaysia) Bhd to foster business cooperation and drive shared growth opportunities.

MADANI Digital Trade: A Game Changer For SMEs To Benefit From Technologies -- Tengku Zafrul 

KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 (Bernama) -- The MADANI Digital Trade (MDT) could be a game changer, enabling small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to benefit from technologies such as big data and analytics, cloud computing and artificial intelligence.

Maintenance Fees: The Hard Truth - JMBs And MCs Lack Expertise, Residents Neglect Responsibility

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

This is the conclusion of a three-part series on maintenance fee collection in strata properties. It examines enforcement challenges under the Strata Management Act 2013 (Act 757), the role of JMBs and MCs and the responsibilities of owners and tenants. 

AKPK Benefits 1.4 Million Individuals As At December 2024 -- MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 (Bernama) -- The Credit Counselling and Management Agency (AKPK) has benefited nearly 1.4 million individuals through free financial advisory services, as well as assisting approximately 495,000 borrowers through the Debt Management Programme (DMP) as at December 2024.

ASEAN Economic Ministers Achieve Key Milestone By Endorsing Priority Economic Deliverables

By Niam Seet Wei, Norsyafawati Ab Wahab, Mohd Khairi Idham Amran, Ahmad Erwan Othman and Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KOTA TINGGI, March 1 (Bernama) -- The 31st ASEAN Economic Ministers' (AEM) Retreat, which ended Friday at One&Only Desaru Coast resort near here, achieved a significant milestone by endorsing a slew of economic initiatives, including all 18 Priority Economic Deliveràbles (PEDS) which are key towards achieving the ambitious ASEAN Economic Community.

MBSB Group Opens Commercial Banking Centre At MATRADE To Support SMEs And Mid-sized Companies

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 28 (Bernama) -- MBSB Group has launched its Commercial Banking Centre at the head office of the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) here, further strengthening its commitment to supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and mid-sized companies, particularly those expanding into international markets.