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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- As Malaysia assumes the ASEAN chairmanship next year, it should focus on implementing more people-centric measures and enhancing intra-ASEAN trade, said experts.
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By Abdul Hamid A Rahman
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to remain stable next week although it may face downward pressure due to the current bullish outlook of the US dollar.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 (Bernama) -- The inaugural Malaysia Pharma and Healthcare Expo 2024 to be held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) from Oct 22-24, is set to boost Malaysia’s healthcare industry by promoting innovative products, fostering partnerships, and attracting investments in medical devices and pharmaceutical products.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 (Bernama) -- Several efforts involving cooperation between ASEAN countries are being implemented to promote halal-related products and services, according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).
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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 (Bernama) -- Public-private partnerships (PPPs) are expected to play a crucial role in shaping ASEAN’s future, particularly in driving the digital economy forward as they are the backbone of progress, said Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) chief executive officer (CEO) Anuar Fariz Fadzil.
1y ago
By Afifitri Muhammad
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is expected to sign a free trade agreement (FTA) with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by the end of this year, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.
1y ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia plans to diversify its trading partners to explore new solar export markets amid geopolitical tensions and the ongoing trade war between China and the United States, according to the Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry (MITI).
1y ago
By Zarul Effendi Razali
HAINAN (China), Oct 16 (Bernama) -- Chinese companies should consider Malaysia an ideal destination to set up regional headquarters, from which they can expand internationally through Malaysia, said Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Liew Chin Tong.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- Several ASEAN countries have shown interest in joining the BRICS grouping after Malaysia expressed its intention to be part of the economic bloc, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
1y ago
By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid
DUBAI, Oct 13 (Bernama) — The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) emphasises the importance of exposing local digital technology companies to international best practices to help them expand beyond the Malaysian market, attract foreign investment, and nurture talent.
1y ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 Okt (Bernama) — As the chair of ASEAN 2025, Malaysia is set to capture the world’s attention by the end of this year and into next year, thereby unlocking significant economic opportunities for the entire nation, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
1y ago
By Sharifah Hunani Syed Ismail
VIENTIANE, 11 Oct (Bernama) -- ASEAN must remain a strong entity, which requires every member of the bloc to avoid creating divisions by siding with conflicting countries.