Malaysia, Laos Forge Strategic Rail-Sea Trade Link

PUTRAJAYA, May 25 (Bernama) -- Laos and Malaysia have established a partnership to boost cross-border trade via rail and sea with the exchange of a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) between Penang Port Sdn Bhd (PPSB) and Thanaleng Dry Port (TDP) here today.

AEC Blueprint Makes Significant Stride With Implementation Rate At A Commendable 97 Pct - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Blueprint 2025’s implementation rate stands at a commendable 97 per cent, comprising 75 per cent completed measures and 22 per cent currently in progress, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

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.

ASEAN Senior Economic Officials Discuss AEC Blueprint 2025 Outcome, Look At Plan For Next 5 Years

KUALA LUMPUR, May 24 (Bernama) -- Progress and outcome of initiatives in the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Blueprint 2025 were among the main discussion points during the Preparatory Senior Economic Officials (Prep-SEOM) Meeting for the 25th ASEAN Economic Community Council (AECC).

AWES 2025 Champions Women’s Role In ASEAN’s Inclusive Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, May 24 (Bernama) -- The inaugural ASEAN Women Economic Summit 2025 (AWES 2025) marks a pivotal step in Southeast Asia’s pursuit of inclusive economic growth, with a focus on ensuring that every woman in the region plays a role in driving progress and energising ASEAN’s future.

Ekuinas Announces Appointment Of Aliff Omar As New CEO

KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 (Bernama) -- Ekuiti Nasional Bhd (Ekuinas) has announced the appointment of Aliff Omar Mohamad Omar as its chief executive officer (CEO), effective today.

Li Qiang At ASEAN-GCC-China Summit Boosts Regional Cooperation

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 (Bernama) – Chinese Premier Li Qiang's presence at the inaugural ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)-China Summit in Kuala Lumpur next week reflects China's strong commitment to regional cooperation.

Futurise, MIGHT Launch Industry Report, Boost Malaysia's Air Mobility Ecosystem

LANGKAWI, May 21 (Bernama) -- Futurise Sdn Bhd and the Malaysian Industry-Government Group for High Technology (MIGHT) have launched the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Industry Report, a strategic step forward in shaping the future of Malaysia’s air mobility ecosystem by leveraging innovation, forward-looking regulatory insights and industry expertise to drive sustainable growth.

Public Bank Posts Higher Net Profit Of RM1.75 Bln In 1Q

KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 (Bernama) -- Public Bank Bhd reported a higher net profit of RM1.75 billion in the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 (1Q 2025) compared with RM1.65 billion in the same period last year.

Penang Port And BKH ICD Collaborate To Boost Cross-border Trade In Northern Malaysia

GEORGE TOWN, May 21 (Bernama) -- Bukit Kayu Hitam ICD Sdn Bhd (BKH ICD) and Penang Port Sdn Bhd have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to form a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing the efficiency and connectivity of Northern Malaysia's trade ecosystem.

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.

Final E-ART Route Proposal Expected By August

ISKANDAR PUTERI, May 19 (Bernama) -- The final alignment proposal for the Elevated Automated Rapid Transit (E-ART) system is expected to be announced this August, the Johor State Legislative Assembly was told today.