PM Anwar’s WEF Dialogues -- From Manchester United, Regional Challenges To Balancing Global Superpower Dynamics

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister and ASEAN chair Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim made an indelible mark at the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2025 in Davos, Switzerland, by seamlessly navigating discussions that ranged from light-hearted conversations about his favourite football club to the intricate dynamics of international relations and challenges and successes of regional integration.

Malaysia's Auto Industry Hits Record 816,747 Units In 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s automotive industry achieved a record Total Industry Volume (TIV) of 816,747 units in 2024, surpassing the 800,000-unit mark for the first time. 

Modern, Dynamic Free Trade Agreement Will Bring Mutual Benefits -- MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- A modern and dynamic free trade agreement will bring mutual benefits, open doors to new business opportunities and improve supply chain resilience.

Revival Of Malaysia-EU Trade Deal An Important Step Forward, Says European Commission President

From D.Arul Rajoo

BRUSSELS, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- European Commission (EC) President Ursula von der Leyen called the relaunching of negotiations for a Malaysia-EU Free Trade Agreement (MEUFTA) an important step forward together.

ECERDC Rakes In RM13.4 Bln Realised Investments In 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- The East Coast Economic Region Development Council (ECERDC) secured RM13.4 billion in realised investments for 2024, a 56 per cent growth from 2023’s RM8.6 billion.

Increase In Investment, Trade With UK Amid CPTPP - Tengku Zafrul

From D.Arul Rajoo

LONDON, Jan 18 (Bernama) – Malaysia can expect an increase in investment and trade with the United Kingdom (UK) as both countries will have a free trade agreement for the first time through the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).

Malaysia To Rejuvenate Underutilised ASEAN Plus Three, EAS To Bolster Regional Cooperation -- PM Anwar 

From D.Arul Rajoo

LONDON, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- As chair of ASEAN in 2025, Malaysia will seek to rejuvenate key mechanisms like the ASEAN Plus Three and the East Asia Summit (EAS), both of which have been celebrated for their convening power but remain underutilised, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. 

China-ASEAN Mayors Dialogue In Nanning Focuses On Urban Openness, Cooperation

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- Mayors, representatives, and experts from China and ASEAN countries have convened in Nanning, capital of south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, to discuss urban openness and cooperation during a dialogue that began on Jan 16.

Malaysia, UK Hold First Ministerial-led Joint Economic And Trade Committee Meeting

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and the United Kingdom (UK) have held their first ministerial-led Joint Economic and Trade Committee (JETCO) meeting, marking the strengthening of already robust trade relations.

Meltwater Becomes First In Industry To Earn ISO 42001 Certification 

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- Meltwater, a global leader in media, social and consumer intelligence, has made history as the first company in its industry to receive ISO 42001 certification for the responsible development and use of artificial intelligence (AI) systems.

TNB’s UK Venture In RE To Benefit Malaysia In Tech Transfer - PM Anwar

Malaysia’s Economic Renaissance Offers Immense Potential For Investors -- PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economic outlook for 2024 and beyond is increasingly positive as the country emerges as a beacon of growth and resilience in Southeast Asia, bolstered by its ASEAN Chairmanship in 2025.