Area's Unit, Shenzhen Govt Procurement Association Ink MoU To Promote US$20 Bln Flagship Project

KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 (Bernama) -- The Area Group’s subsidiary Area Real Estate Advisory Sdn Bhd has signed a heads of agreement and memorandum of understanding (MoU) with China’s Shenzhen Government Procurement Association to jointly promote the region’s US$20 billion (US$1=RM4.42) flagship project, the “Two Countries, Twin Parks” initiative. 

Inaugural Borneo Flora Festival 2025 To Boost Labuan’s Economy

LABUAN, April 11 (Bernama) -- Labuan’s inaugural Borneo Flora Festival (BFF) 2025, to be held on July 26-30, is expected to significantly boost the local economy. 

Tengku Zafrul Receives Indonesian Deputy Foreign Minister, Discusses Bilateral Ties, Tariff Issues

KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 (Bernama) -- Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry  Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz received a courtesy visit from Indonesia's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Arif Havas Oegroseno, to discuss recent developments in bilateral relations, including issues related to United States (US) tariffs.

PM Anwar Receives Courtesy Visit From Tech Giant Oracle, Discusses AI And Digital Innovation

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim hosted a courtesy visit from Oracle Corporation, a multinational computer technology company based in the United States, today.

Labuan Poised To Become Southeast Asia’s Next Tuna Port 

LABUAN, April 10 (Bernama) -- Labuan is emerging as a strong contender to become a major tuna port hub for Southeast Asia, thanks to its strategic location, deep-water harbour and the presence of key government agencies that support fisheries and export operations. 

President Xi’s Visit To Malaysia Set To Trigger New Investments Into ASEAN, Says Trade Chamber In China

BEIJING, April 10 (Bernama) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping’s official visit to Malaysia next week will be pivotal in not only triggering new investments in Southeast Asia but also pave the way for further economic development and prosperity in the region.

BNM Museum Launches Two Exhibitions Celebrating ASEAN Currencies, Cultures

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Museum and Art Gallery (MAG) is organising two new exhibitions in conjunction with the 12th ASEAN Finance Ministers’ and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting.

Sub-Regional Development Will Make Southeast Asia More Economically Independent - Amir Hamzah

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- The development of the Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Phillippines (BIMP) and East ASEAN Growth Area (EAGA) will not only benefit Sabah and Sarawak but contribute towards reinforcing Southeast Asia's economy, Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan, said today.

Megah Port Reaffirms Commitment To Efficiency, Strengthens Ties With Labuan Port Authority

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, April 8 (Bernama) -- Labuan’s container port operator Megah Port Management Sdn Bhd (MPM) has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering efficient, high-quality cargo handling services while working closely with its regulatory partner, the Labuan Port Authority (LPA).

PHB Group Declares 2.50 Sen Interim Income Distribution For AHB

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Pelaburan Hartanah Bhd (PHB) and PHB Asset Management Bhd (PHBAM) have announced an interim income distribution of 2.50 sen per unit for its shariah-compliant unit trust, Amanah Hartanah Bumiputera (AHB), for the six-month period ended March 31, 2025.

Malaysia To Send Officials To Washington To Discuss Tariffs End April

By M.Saraswathi and Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Putrajaya will be despatching its officials to Washington to begin the process of dialogue with the United States on the 24 per cent reciprocal tariffs imposed on Malaysia,  Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today.

Malaysia’s Strategic Response To The Tariff Shock: From Disruption To Institutional Reinvention

By CW Sim

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- When President Donald Trump announced a 24 per cent reciprocal tariff on Malaysia on April 2, 2025, it triggered concern across Southeast Asia. But in Kuala Lumpur, the initial turbulence gave way to a clearer recognition — this was not an unforeseen storm.