FBM KLCI Ends Morning Session Firmer Lifted By Banking, Telco Stocks

KUALA LUMPUR, April 18 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session higher, lifted by persistent buying in heavyweights, particularly in the banking, telecommunications (telco), and plantation sectors, amid continued investor interest and optimistic sectoral outlooks.

Anwar, Paetongtarn Reaffirm ASEAN's Collective Stand On US Tariffs

By Kenny Teng Khoon Hock

BANGKOK, April 17 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and his Thai counterpart, Paetongtarn Shinawatra have reaffirmed their commitment to addressing the issue of United States (US) tariffs collectively at the ASEAN level.

Xi's Visit Elevates Malaysia’s Role As A Strategic Middle Power - Analysts

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit elevates Malaysia’s role as a middle power, integrated into both United States and China supply chains, with room to manoeuvre as trade tensions between Washington and Beijing continue to escalate.

ASEAN Should Accelerate Economic Integration Efforts - Lawrence Wong

SINGAPORE, April 16 (Bernama) -- Singapore has called for accelerated economic integration within ASEAN, urging the bloc to aim for 100 per cent tariff elimination across the region, boost intra-ASEAN trade, and further reduce non-tariff barriers to enable smoother business operations across the region.

Sustainability Report: LyondellBasell Showcases Progress In Circular Economy, Climate Action

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (Bernama) -- LyondellBasell, a global leader in the chemical industry, has demonstrated progress in circular and low-carbon solutions, climate action and operational excellence with the release of its 2024 Sustainability Report.

U Mobile Names Huawei Malaysia, ZTE Malaysia As 5G Network Tech Partners

PUTRAJAYA, April 15 (Bernama) -- U Mobile Sdn Bhd has appointed Huawei Malaysia and ZTE Malaysia as its technology partners for its next-generation 5G network.

IATA Urges Govts To Scale Up SAF Production Through Policy Frameworks

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 (Bernama) -- The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has urged governments to implement policy frameworks to scale up sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and reduce costs, saying that SAF volumes remain far below what is needed and production costs continue to be high.

Strengthening US Ties, Hybrid Trade Vital For Malaysia’s Economy

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia should strengthen its diplomatic ties with key partners such as the United States (US), particularly in business, investment, and security, to ensure sustainable economic growth and maintain fair and balanced trade.

Penang Sets Up Tariff Monitoring Task Force, Seeks Federal Govt Cooperation

GEORGE TOWN, April 11 (Bernama) -- The Penang state government will establish a tariff monitoring task force as part of its strategic response to the United States’ (US) recent tariff announcement.

Trump’s Tariff: A Test Of Malaysia’s Trade Resilience

By Dr Paul Anthony Maria Das

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- United States (US) President Donald Trump’s sweeping decision to impose a 24 per cent blanket tariff on Malaysian imports is more than just a protectionist measure.

Maybank IB Maintains Positive Outlook On EMS Sector Despite Tariff Impact

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- Maybank Investment Bank (Maybank IB) has maintained its positive outlook on the electronics manufacturing services (EMS) sector, despite the impact of new tariffs, which have weighed heavily on sector valuations.

Upgrade Of ASEAN's Trade Pact With Australia, New Zealand Soon, China And India Next -- Sec-Gen

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- ASEAN, which remains committed to upgrading existing free trade agreements (FTAs) to ensure they stay relevant and effective, will see the upgraded version of the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area (AANZFTA) deal on April 21, 2025.