Removing Tariff On Kenyan Beef Aimed At Lowering Cost For Consumers - PM Anwar

By M. Saraswathi

NAIROBI, Nov 25 (Bernama) — The announcement to remove tariff on beef imports from Kenya is aimed at reducing the cost for Malaysian consumers, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.

CPO Futures End Lower, Tracking Weaker Soybean Oil Prices

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 24 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower today, reversing earlier gains due to weaker soybean oil prices.

Malaysia-Guangxi Bilateral Trade 26 Pct Higher To Over US$2.05 Bln In 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 24 (Bernama) -- The bilateral import and export trade between Malaysia and Guangxi, an autonomous region in southern China, has increase by 26 per cent to over US$2.05 billion (US$1=RM4.1370) last year, according to the Department of Industry and Information Technology of Zhuang Autonomous Region.

European Buyers Show No Negative Perception Over Palm Oil SAF -- Johari

JOHOR BAHRU, Nov 24 (Bernama) -- There is no negative perception among European buyers regarding the suitability of palm oil as a feedstock for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), said Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani.

Malaysia Eyes Larger Share Of South Korea’s Halal Food Market

SEOUL, Nov 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s halal products are poised to gain a stronger foothold in South Korea’s fast-growing convenience and premium food sector, driven by rising demand for halal, organic and sustainably sourced goods.

Bearish Trade Seen For CPO Futures Next Week

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 22 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to be bearish next week owing to the expectation of rising palm oil production, said a trader.

CPO Futures Ends Lower On Weaker Demand Concerns

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 21 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures contracts on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended the week on a weaker note, closing lower on Friday due to concerns over weak demand, a trader said.

Malaysia’s 2025 Crude Palm Oil Output To Exceed 19.5 Mln Tonnes -- MPOB Chairman

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s crude palm oil (CPO) production for 2025 is expected to exceed last year’s output, with projections indicating output could surpass 19.5 million tonnes, up from 19.3 million tonnes in 2024.

MATRADE Guides Malaysian Mid-Tier Companies Into India's High-Growth Market

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 21 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) has paved new pathways for Malaysian mid-tier companies to tap into India’s rapidly expanding market through a market immersion mission to Mumbai from Nov 19–21.

CPO Futures Snap Two-Day Gains To Close Lower

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 20 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures contracts on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended a two-day gain to close lower on Thursday, as profit-taking activities weighed on market sentiment, said a dealer.

PM Anwar Ends Landmark Visit To Ethiopia On High Note 

From M. Saraswathi

ADDIS ABABA, Nov 20 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s three-day visit to Ethiopia ended on a high note, marked by productive discussions on potential areas of collaboration that are mutually beneficial.

Ethiopia’s Liberalised Financial Market Offers Opportunities For Malaysian Banks - Tengku Zafrul 

From M. Saraswathi

ADDIS ABABA, Nov 20 (Bernama) -- Ethiopia’s fully liberalised financial industry presents a promising opening for Malaysian banks, particularly in Islamic finance, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.