US Tariff Plans To Be Discussed At 31st ASEAN Economic Ministers' Retreat - Tengku Zafrul

KOTA TINGGI, Feb 28 (Bernama) -- The tariff plans imposed by the United States (US) will be one of the topics discussed at the 31st ASEAN Economic Ministers’ (AEM) Retreat today.

Malaysia Optimistic ATIGA Upgrade Can Be Finalised By March 2025 - Tengku Zafrul

KOTA TINGGI, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz is optimistic that negotiations on upgrading the ASEAN Trade in Goods Agreement (ATIGA) can be concluded in March, following positive developments resulting from discussions with ASEAN regional partners yesterday.

Petronas, Petrovietnam To Boost Energy, RE Cooperation In Vietnam - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) – Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) and Vietnam Oil and Gas Group (Petrovietnam) will expedite cooperation in Vietnam’s energy sector, encompassing upstream and downstream activities, gas, and renewable energy (RE), said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

SIBS 2025 Set For Oct 8-11, Solidifying Selangor AS ASEAN Gateway

SHAH ALAM, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- The Selangor International Business Summit 2025 (SIBS 2025), set for October 8 to 11 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, aims to position Selangor as a regional investment hub and gateway to ASEAN markets.

Malaysia Accelerates Digitalisation Through Training Programmes And AI Development -- Gobind

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) – The government is committed to accelerating Malaysia’s digital transformation by strengthening talent development in technology fields, including artificial intelligence (AI), to ensure the workforce is ready to face the challenges of the digital economy.

SMEs Must Adopt AI, E-invoicing To Stay Competitive -- Gobind

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) must embrace artificial intelligence (AI) and e-invoicing to remain competitive in Malaysia’s evolving digital economy, said Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo.

Singapore-based ST Telemedia Break Ground On First Data Centre In Johor

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 24 (Bernama) -- Singapore-headquartered ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) today held a groundbreaking ceremony for its first data centre facility in Johor.

PM Anwar To Visit Vietnam, Deliver Keynote Address At 2nd ASEAN Future Forum

HANOI, Feb 24 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will undertake a working visit to Vietnam where he will also deliver a keynote address at the 2nd ASEAN Future Forum on Wednesday.

ASEAN Economic Ministers' Retreat To Discuss Current Geopolitical Challenges Among Others - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 24 (Bernama) -- The hosting of the upcoming 31st ASEAN Economic Ministers' Retreat on Feb 28 in Desaru, Johor will discuss various vital matters for ASEAN's economic integration, particularly under the theme of inclusivity and sustainability. 

MITI Expects Total Trade To Improve By Five Pct In 2025 - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 24 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) is targeting a five per cent increase in total trade for 2025, from RM2.879 trillion registered in 2024. 

ESCAP: ASEAN Must Prioritise Sustainable Investment, Narrow Development Gaps Among Member States

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin & Nabilah Saleh

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) has emphasised the need for ASEAN to adopt sustainable and inclusive investment strategies as key drivers of economic resilience and growth.

Malaysia Must Accelerate Productivity Growth To Keep Pace With Peers – Tengku Zafrul

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s productivity has shown growth, but not at a fast enough pace, especially when compared to other economies that were once at a similar level, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.