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KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 (Bernama) — The BRICS grouping has sent a strong message in defence of a rules-based multilateral trading system, rejecting unilateral, punitive and discriminatory protectionist measures imposed that are not in line with international laws, under the pretext of environmental concerns.
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RIO DE JANEIRO, July 6 (Bernama) — Malaysia has welcomed the BRICS Statement on Artificial Intelligence (AI) Governance, voicing strong support for a vision of AI that serves development over domination, embeds ethics, reduces inequality and respects human dignity.
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RIO DE JANEIRO, July 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will conduct a comprehensive review of potential membership in the New Development Bank (NDB), taking into account various aspects, including the required commitments and the effectiveness of participation in the institution, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
KOTA KINABALU, July 6 (Bernama) -- Agrobank has allocated RM50 million to facilitate microfinancing access through its Agro Pintar Niaga Programme (AgroPintar), alongside an additional RM5 million in i-TEKAD matching grants.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 5 (Bernama) — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for an increase in intra-BRICS trade and for the grouping to emerge as a strong and principled force, grounded in equity, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to shaping a more balanced and just international order.
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PARIS, July 4 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in a bold remark called for the need to redefine the terms of engagement between Southeast Asia and Europe, as equals, as co-creators, and as partners in both ties and trade, in a world yearning for balance.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) -- The fifth Animalis Edition of the World Branding Awards honoured outstanding pet and animal brands from across the globe, with winners recognised in National, Regional, and Global tiers for excellence in branding.
GEORGE TOWN, July 4 (Bernama) — Malaysia is set to welcome its first Chinese cruise ship to be homeported in the country with the arrival of M/V Piano Land, following a strategic partnership between Hwajing Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd and Chinese cruise line Astro Ocean Cruise.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) -- The 2025 Global Digital Economy Conference (GDEC 2025) opened in Beijing on July 2 under the theme "Building a Digital-Friendly City", drawing thousands of participants, including over 300 international delegates from more than 50 countries and key global organisations.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) – The Finance Ministry (MOF) has agreed to provide transitional support to industry players during the change in the scope of the Sales and Service Tax (SST), following feedback regarding difficulties in complying with all operational requirements.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 3 (Bernama) -- The Digital Ministry is working to unify and scale up initiatives across states and agencies to drive Malaysia’s digital economy, said its Minister Gobind Singh Deo.
KUALA LUMPUR, July 3 (Bernama) -- The 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), set to be tabled in Parliament on July 31, 2025, will be in line with the government’s direction and the MADANI Economy framework, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.
