US Imposes 19 Pct Tariffs On Malaysia, Four Other ASEAN Countries

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- Malaysia, along with four other ASEAN member states, is now subject to a 19 per cent tariff imposed by the United States (US) effective today.

Trump Signs Order To Modify Reciprocal Tariff Rate For 'certain Countries' As Deadline Ticks Down

WASHINGTON, Aug 1 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- US President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday that modifies the reciprocal tariff rate for dozens of countries ahead of his self-imposed Aug 1 trade deal deadline, Anadolu Ajansi reported.

US Cuts Tariff On Malaysia To 19 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- The United States (US) has imposed a reduced tariff of 19 per cent on Malaysian imports, effective Aug 8, 2025.

Malaysia Hosts High-Level SDMX Workshop To Strengthen Regional Statistical Capacity

IPOH, July 31 (Bernama) -- Malaysia recently hosted International Workshop on Advanced Statistical Data and Metadata Exchange (SDMX) at the Malaysian Statistical Training Institute (ILSM) in Sungkai, Perak.

Chitose Group Plans To Operate 10 Million Hectares Of Microalgae Production Facilities

KUALA LUMPUR, July 27 (Bernama) -- Chitose Group which operates the world’s largest microalgae production facility using flat-panel type photobioreactors in Kuching, Sarawak, is aiming to develop 10 million hectares of large-scale microalgae cultivation farms in Malaysia, Indonesia, India, Middle East and other potential areas, by 2050 covering a market size of US$4.2 trillion (US$1=RM4.22).

Wasco Empowers SMEs On ESG Readiness Ahead Of NSRF Rollout

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- Wasco Bhd is taking early steps to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in its supply chain as Malaysia prepares for mandatory environmental, social and governance (ESG) disclosures under the National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF).

Bridging Digital Divide Critical To Sabah’s Inclusive Logistics Growth

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, July 22 (Bernama) -- Sabah’s logistics and trade sector can only thrive if efforts to digitalise are matched by strong support for small businesses and rural communities, a regional logistics expert said.

Sarawak Showcases Global Clean Energy Leadership At IEW 2025

KUCHING, July 16 (Bernama) -- Sarawak inaugurated the sixth International Energy Week (IEW) 2025 at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK), reaffirming its pivotal role as a global leader in clean energy innovation amidst the worldwide shift towards sustainable energy.

Syilis' Sambal Penetrates Saudi Inflight Market

BATU GAJAH, July 15 (Bernama) -- Syilis brand nasi lemak sambal will be going places literally as the Perak product will be served inflight on the meal menu on Saudi Airlines flights, thus penetrating the Saudi Arabian market.

US Tariffs Dominate ASEAN Talks As Leaders Rally Around Trade Unity

KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) -- As global trade tensions continue to rise, the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) and Related Meetings wrapped up its four days of talks in Kuala Lumpur on Friday, July 11, with the United States’ (US) sweeping tariff hikes becoming a major talking point among regional leaders.

US Dismisses Concerns US Tariff Could Alienate ASEAN Member Countries

By Samantha Tan

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- The United States (US) has dismissed concerns that its newly announced global tariffs could alienate ASEAN partners, reiterating that the measures are necessary to address long-standing trade imbalances.

Sianlon Aquatic Eyes Japan Market Expansion

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- Sianlon Aquatic Sdn Bhd, one of Malaysia’s leading ornamental fish breeders, is exploring new export prospects in the Japanese market following its participation in Expo 2025 Osaka.