ASEAN Economic Ministers Achieve Key Milestone By Endorsing Priority Economic Deliverables

By Niam Seet Wei, Norsyafawati Ab Wahab, Mohd Khairi Idham Amran, Ahmad Erwan Othman and Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KOTA TINGGI, March 1 (Bernama) -- The 31st ASEAN Economic Ministers' (AEM) Retreat, which ended Friday at One&Only Desaru Coast resort near here, achieved a significant milestone by endorsing a slew of economic initiatives, including all 18 Priority Economic Deliveràbles (PEDS) which are key towards achieving the ambitious ASEAN Economic Community.

Sabah Company Partners Schlumberger For Greater Participation In O&G Sector

LABUAN, Feb 28 (Bernama) -- Nawie Oilfield Services Sdn Bhd (NOS) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Schlumberger Malaysia Sdn Bhd (SLB) to enhance its participation in Sabah’s oil and gas (O&G) industry.

The 31st AEM Retreat Kicks Off In Desaru

KOTA TINGGI, Feb 28 (Bernama) -- The 31st ASEAN Economic Ministers (AEM) Retreat began today in Desaru, with a focus on regional economic integration and strategies to navigate ongoing geopolitical challenges.

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.

Nambawan Super Goes Live With SmartStream’s AI-driven Air Solution

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- SmartStream Technologies, the financial transaction lifecycle management (TLM) and solutions provider, announced that Nambawan Super Limited (NSL), Papua New Guinea's largest superannuation company, has successfully implemented SmartStream’s Air application for artificial intelligence (AI) data processing, enhancing data accuracy and operational efficiency.

Extended Producer Responsibility Concept, Market-based Recycling Among Highlights In ASEAN Media Workshop

JAKARTA, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- The implementation of extended producer responsibility (EPR) and market-based recycling system in ASEAN were among the key highlights raised at the Southeast Asia environmental workshop for media practitioners held here. 

GLIC's Domestic Investment Strengthens Economy, Resistance Against External Impacts

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) – Domestic strategic investments by government-linked investment companies (GLICs) are becoming increasingly important and play a key role in strengthening Malaysia's economy from within, and improving resilience against external impacts.

Thai Central Bank Lowers Key Policy Rate To 2 Pct Amid Economic Slowdown

BANGKOK, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- The Bank of Thailand’s (BOT) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has voted to cut the policy rate by 0.25 percentage points, bringing it down from 2.25 per cent to 2.00 per cent, effective immediately, in a bid to stimulate economic growth.

Mavenir, Aira Technologies Partner To Enhance 5G Spectral Efficiency And Throughput

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Mavenir and Aira Technologies, a pioneer in artificial intelligence (AI)-driven network automation, have successfully demonstrated a high-fidelity MIMO channel estimation and prediction solution.

18 PEDs Endorsement, AEC Plan Review Among 31st AEM Highlights – MITI

By Norsyafawati Ab Wahab and Mohd Khairi Idham Amran

KOTA TINGGI, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- The 31st ASEAN Economic Ministers (AEM) Retreat, set for Friday in Desaru, is expected to see all member states endorsing the 18 Priority Economic Deliverables (PEDs) and reviewing progress on the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Strategic Plan 2026-2030.  

Brunei Seeks Partnership With Sarawak To Boost Clean Energy Initiatives

KUCHING, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- Brunei is eager to explore new partnership opportunities with Sarawak to advance clean energy initiatives.