PM Anwar Displays Astute Political Acumen As ASEAN Chair In Navigating Unexpected Challenges Confronting Region

KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 (Bernama) – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has displayed acute political acumen as chair of ASEAN in navigating challenges confronting the region, some of which no one would have guessed when he received the baton of the ASEAN chairmanship from Laos in October last year. 

Ringgit Appreciates Further Amid Softer US Dollar Demand

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit continued to close firmer against the greenback on Wednesday as the US Dollar Index (DXY) remained below the 100-point level amid softer demand, an economist said.

MITI Probes Allegation Of Uncredited Work For Malaysia Pavilion At Expo 2025 Osaka

KUALA LUMPUR, April 26 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry (MITI) is conducting a thorough investigation to gather and ascertain all relevant facts concerning an allegation made by an individual on social media over uncredited and uncompensated work for the Malaysia Pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan.

Gold Futures Likely To Remain Volatile Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, April 26 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are expected to remain volatile next week due to the global economic uncertainty and shifting geopolitical dynamics.

Malaysia’s Great Shift: Navigating The High Stakes Of Targeted Subsidies

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 (Bernama) -- As Malaysia embarks on one of the most ambitious reforms to its economic framework in recent decades, the issue of targeted subsidy for diesel has taken centre stage.

Trade War Of Minds: How TikTok Became The New Battlefield In The US-China Rivalry

KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 (Bernama) -- As tensions between the United States (US) and China extend beyond traditional economic fronts, a new battleground has emerged — one defined not by tariffs or trade deficits, but by algorithms and viral videos.

Why America Excludes Sales, Services From Its Trade Deficits: Strategic Blind Spot In Asia

KUALA LUMPUR, April 19 (Bernama) -- In the calculus of international trade, perception is power. Nowhere is this more evident than in the way the United States (US) calculates and presents its trade deficit.

Xi's Visit Elevates Malaysia’s Role As A Strategic Middle Power - Analysts

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit elevates Malaysia’s role as a middle power, integrated into both United States and China supply chains, with room to manoeuvre as trade tensions between Washington and Beijing continue to escalate.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower, Tracking Weaker Wall Street, Cautious Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened lower today, tracking Wall Street’s overnight losses as investor sentiment remained cautious amid lingering economic uncertainties surrounding the US tariff narrative.

The Exchange Asia And ESGAM Sign MoU To Launch ESG PLUS 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (Bernama) – The Exchange Asia, through Magnate Media Sdn Bhd, today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the ESG Association Malaysia (ESGAM) to strengthen the credibility of the ESG PLUS Awards as a regional platform that adheres to international environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards.

Malaysia Must Present Strong Business Narrative At US Tariff Dialogue - AmCham

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s delegation to the United States (US) regarding President Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariffs must present a strong narrative by highlighting the country’s robust business ecosystem and strategic investment opportunities, said the American Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (AmCham).

Tariffs, Trump And Trade: Why Malaysia Must Choose Restraint Over Retaliation

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- The recent decision by the United States (US) to impose tariffs on Malaysian exports marks a sharp turn in global economic diplomacy, one that is symptomatic of deeper geopolitical anxieties.