ASEAN-EU Partnership Pivotal For Economic Integration, Resilience - ASEAN Sec-Gen

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) — The European Union (EU) remains a pivotal partner in advancing ASEAN’s economic integration and resilience, underpinned by robust trade and investment flows, said ASEAN secretary-general Dr Kao Kim Hourn.

EU To Push Steel Union With US To Address Overcapacity — Sefcovic

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- The European Union (EU) will continue discussions with the United States (US) on steel and aluminium as part of efforts to address global overcapacity that is flooding the European market, said European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic 

EU Sees ASEAN As The Best Economic Opportunity - Sefcovic

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- The European Union (EU) views ASEAN as the best economic opportunity, driven by strong business confidence and growing economic potential, said the European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security, Interinstitutional Relations and Transparency, Maros Sefcovic.

Foreign Worker Shortage Biggest Challenge For Rubber Industry – MRC

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber industry’s most pressing challenge is the shortage of foreign workers in the downstream manufacturing sector, according to the Malaysian Rubber Council (MRC).

East Asia Countries Propose Initiatives For Economic Prosperity 

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- East Asia Participating Countries (EPCs) are proposing initiatives to maintain the region’s economic prosperity, amid global uncertainties, said Australia's Trade and Tourism Minister Don Farrell.

SGMW Showcases Intelligent Manufacturing, New Energy Innovations At 22nd ASEAN Expo

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) concluded its participation at the 22nd ASEAN Expo by unveiling its Intelligent Island Manufacturing System (I²MS), New Energy Technology Matrix, and Starlight 730 Right-Hand Drive (RHD) version under the theme of “Wuling Going Global with New Quality”.

Saudi Healthcare Leader Calls For Global Shift: Treat Health As Investment, Not Expense

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- Healthcare must be recognised as the world’s most strategic investment in security, prosperity, and resilience—not as a financial burden.

Malaysia, ASEAN Reaffirm Multilateral Trade Commitment, Seek Stronger EU Ties

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and ASEAN reaffirm their commitment to multilateralism and rule-based trade, highlighting stronger European Union (EU) cooperation to foster global prosperity.

Study Shows Denodo Boosts Data Lakehouse With Higher ROI

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- Organisations risked leaving millions of dollars on the table and months-long delays in artificial intelligence (AI) and analytics initiatives by not augmenting their lakehouse investments with a logical data management platform.

Kathmandu Riots Deal Blow To Nepal’s Insurance Sector

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- Insured losses from the recent “Gen Z” protests in Kathmandu are mounting, posing a significant threat to Nepal’s already fragile non-life insurance market, according to a new AM Best commentary.

RCEP Members Greenlight Accession Talks For New Entrants

By Maizatul Jamny Muhammad Rosli, Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid, Siti Noor Afera Abu & Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharudin

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- Member countries of the ASEAN-led Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) are open to expanding the pact, which covers about 30 per cent of the world's gross domestic product (GDP), trade, and population.

SME Venture@ASEAN 2025: Vital Platform For SMEs Expansion

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- SME Venture@ASEAN 2025 will take place from Oct 16-18, 2025 at Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC).