ASEAN Must Unlock Geo-Economic Potential To Narrow GDP Gap With Global Blocs - NCCIM

By V. Sankara

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 (Bernama) -- ASEAN must capitalise on strategic initiatives such as the ASEAN Geo-economics Task Force and the Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) to narrow its economic gap with major global blocs like the European Union. 

Maritime Chain Crucial To ASEAN-GCC-China Economic Ties

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) – A maritime value chain that facilitates shipping connectivity and secures sea lanes, along with the ability to counter disruptions, is vital for ASEAN, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and China in their quest to consolidate tripartite economic cooperation and integration.

US Tariffs Could Cost Malaysia Up To 4 Pct Of Solar Panel Export Value

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) --  Malaysia could lose up to four per cent of the export value of its solar panels if the United States (US) proceeds with its proposed tariffs on solar panel product imports, according to industry observers. 

Ringgit Opens Higher Against Greenback On Lower US Dollar Index

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened stronger against the US dollar on Friday, due to a weaker US Dollar Index (DXY) amid mixed economic data, said an analyst.

Auto Sales To Cool In 2025 After Record High In 2024, Says HLIB

KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 (Bernama) -- Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB) expects the automotive sector’s total industry volume (TIV) for 2025 to normalise down to the 750,000-unit level, after achieving a record high of 816,700 units in 2024.

China Backs ASEAN-GCC-China Summit, Sees Malaysia As Key Regional Partner

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

BEIJING, May 21 (Bernama) -- China has expressed strong support for the upcoming ASEAN-GCC-China Summit, underscoring the importance of enhanced cooperation among Southeast Asia, the oil-ric

Ringgit Opens Higher Against Greenback On Weaker US Economic Outlook, Tariff Concerns

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened stronger against the US dollar on Wednesday as the greenback weakened on a softer United States (US) economic outlook amid tariff concerns, an analyst said.

SunCon Bags RM260 Mln Contract For Johor Data Centre Project's Final Stage

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- Sunway Construction Group Bhd’s (SunCon) wholly owned subsidiary, Sunway Construction Sdn Bhd, has won a RM260 million data centre project in Johor from K2 Strategic Infrastructure Malaysia Sdn Bhd.

ASEAN, Dialogue Partners Reaffirm Support For Rules-Based Multilateral Trading System - MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) – The ASEAN Economic Ministers’ (AEM) consultations with China, Australia, New Zealand (NZ) and Japan have separately reaffirmed commitment to a rules-based multilateral trading system, with the World Trade Organisation at its core.

Sunway Construction’s 1Q Net Profit Soars To RM75.71 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- Sunway Construction Group Bhd’s (SunCon) net profit for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 (1Q 2025) surged to RM75.71 million, up from RM32.40 million in the same period last year.

MIGHT Launches Four Strategic Reports To Guide Policymakers, Investors And Industry Players

LANGKAWI, May 20 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Industry-Government Group for High Technology (MIGHT) has launched four strategic industry reports aimed at guiding policymakers, investors, and industry players in identifying opportunities, risks, and mitigation strategies.

Malaysia’s ASEAN Leadership Aligns With Growing Demand For Pragmatic Alliances

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia, under the leadership of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and as ASEAN chair for 2025, is pushing for a neutral, trade-focused course, seeking economic cooperation with multiple nations while avoiding confrontation.