Local Rubber Market Ends Lower In Line With Regional Peers

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market closed lower on Monday, dragged down by the losses in the regional rubber markets and decline in benchmark crude oil prices, a dealer sai

ASEAN Urged To Scale Up Private Capital Investments For Climate Projects -- BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour today has called on ASEAN member states to scale up private sector investments in climate projects given the scale of the region’s investment needs.

Anwar’s Call For No Retaliatory Tariff A Wise Move -- Rais Hussin

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s call for no retaliatory tariff following the United States (US) new tariff hike may prove as a wiser move, said EMIR Research founder Datuk Dr Rais Hussin.

DHL Supply Chain Launches Southern Region Hub Phase 1

JOHOR BAHRU, April 7 (Bernama) -- DHL Supply Chain has officially launched its Southern Region Hub Phase 1 and marked the groundbreaking of Phase 2 at the Senai Airport City Free Zone today, with a total investment of RM100 million.

Malaysia’s Strategic Response To The Tariff Shock: From Disruption To Institutional Reinvention

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.

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.

US Tariff Fiasco Presents ASEAN With Both Challenges And Opportunities -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- The recent tariff announcement by Washington will change the trade dynamics and operating environment, which can influence the economic growth narrative and present ASEAN with both challenges and opportunities.

MADANI Govt Taking Firm Steps To Address Impact Of US Tariffs -- Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- The MADANI government is putting in place strong measures to mitigate the United States (US) tariffs’ impact on Malaysia, according to Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

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.

Anwar, Vietnam PM Discuss US Tariff Issue

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh have discussed ASEAN's collective response to the unilateral trade tariffs imposed by the United States.

Malaysia Should Not Panic, Rush Into Decisions Over US Tariffs – Amir Hamzah

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia should not panic or rush into decisions regarding the impact of the 24 per cent reciprocal tariff imposed by the United States (US) on Malaysian goods, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

MITI To Submit In-Depth Study On The Impact Of Tariff

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) will submit an in-depth study on the impact of the United States (US) tariffs on several export sectors within this coming week.