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Ringgit Rebounds Against US Dollar On Improved Risk Appetite

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- The ringgit rebounded to close higher against the US dollar today, supported by improved risk appetite for the local note despite prevailing global uncertainties.

Rafizi Ramli Resigns As Economy Minister, Effective June 17

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli has resigned as Minister of Economy effective June 17, 2025

AEC Strategic Plan To Enhance Region’s Digital Economy, Projected To Reach US$1 Trillion By 2030 - Economist

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- The impact of enhancing the digital economy via the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Strategic Plan 2026-2030 will be immense because the region’s digital economy is projected to reach US$1 trillion by 2030, an economist said.

Shareholder Activism Surges Across Asia Amid Corporate Governance Reforms - Diligent

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 (Bernama) -- Shareholder activism in Asia has reached unprecedented levels, with over 200 companies targeted in both 2023 and 2024, up significantly from 134 in 2021, according to Diligent Market Intelligence’s newly released Shareholder Activism in Asia 2025 report.

APO Concludes 67th Governing Body Meeting In Jakarta With New Leadership, Strategic Roadmap

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 (Bernama) -- The Asian Productivity Organization (APO) concluded its 67th Governing Body Meeting (GBM) in Jakarta on a high note, setting the course for the organisation's future through key leadership changes and strategic discussions.

Accountants Play Critical Role In Improving Companies Sustainablity Practices — Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 (Bernama) — Accountants play a critical role in guiding companies to improve their sustainability practices, particularly in governance by ensuring high-quality, reliable disclosures are aligned with international standards, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

AEC Roadmap For Deepening Economic Integration And Resilience - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Strategic Plan 2026-2030 will outline the framework for the regional economic integration agenda and enhance its agility and resilience against external shocks.

Labour Productivity Per Hour Up 1.0 Pct In Q1 2025

PUTRAJAYA, May 22 (Bernama) -- Labour productivity per hour worked grew 1.0 per cent in the first quarter of 2025, registering RM42.50 per hour, according to the Labour Productivity Statistics for First Quarter 2025 (Q1 2025) released today.

US Tariffs: Anwar Urges Reforms, Closer ASEAN And Partner Ties

PUTRAJAYA, May 21 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia is prioritising domestic economic reforms before expanding partnerships through ASEAN, key regional players such as China, India and Pakistan, and strengthening ties with the European Union (EU) to address the impact of the United States’ (US) tariff policy changes.

Anwar Positions Malaysia, ASEAN As Leading Voices Of Global South

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- As chair of ASEAN, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is clearly asserting Malaysia’s position – and that of the regional grouping – as key players in the Global South and a rising force to be reckoned with, demanding a global shift from the dominance of bipolarity to equitable power-sharing through multipolarity.

2025 Vietnam ESG Investor Conference Spurs Action On Sustainability, Net-Zero Goals

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- The 2025 Vietnam ESG Investor Conference recently concluded with over 500 attendees, including investors, government officials, business leaders, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), multinationals, academics, and media, gathering to explore trade, investment, and sustainable growth.

Malaysia’s Headline Inflation To Moderate To Below 3.0 Pct In 2025 - BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- Headline inflation is expected to remain moderate at below three per cent in 2025, given the further easing in global cost conditions and the absence of excessive demand conditions, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour.