Digital Transformation, AI At Helm Of APEC Meet; Malaysia Highlights Moral, Environmental Risks Of Greater Adoption

From Nor Baizura Basri

GYEONGJU (South Korea), Nov 1 (Bernama) -- Digital transformation and the acceleration of artificial intelligence (AI) adoption are at the helm of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation  (APEC)  Economic  Leaders’ Meeting (AELM), as leaders deliberate on both the challenges and opportunities, with Malaysia cautioning member economies about the risks moving forward.

NZ–Malaysia Halal Collaboration Marks Major Economic Shift — NZMBA President

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 1 (Bernama) -- New Zealand’s move to explore membership in the soon-to-be-established ASEAN Halal Council marks a significant step towards deeper economic cooperation with Malaysia, said New Zealand Malaysian Business Association (NZMBA) president Dave Ananth.

Trump’s Malaysia Visit Heralds Stronger US-Malaysia Ties

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 1 (Bernama) -- The recent visit by United States President Donald Trump to Malaysia has re-energised the long-standing relationship between the two countries, laying a stronger foundation for cooperation in trade, investment and technology.

Nvidia-YTL Power’s AI Infra Progress Boosts Malaysia’s AI Drive -- PM Anwar

From Nor Baizura Basri

GYEONGJU (South Korea), Oct 31 (Bernama) -- The Nvidia Corporation-YTL Power International Bhd partnership’s significant progress in building artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure is an impetus to accelerate the country’s AI drive for the benefits of all Malaysians, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Thailand-Cambodia Peace Accord Reminder Peace Must Never Be Taken For Granted, Similarly With Gaza, Ukraine - PM Anwar

GYEONGJU (South Korea), Oct 31 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accord between Thailand and Cambodia is a poignant reminder that peace must never be taken for granted, while reminding the APEC economies on what is still happening in Gaza and Ukraine.

Malaysia Remains Committed To Strengthening Strategic Ties With US - Anwar

GYEONGJU (South Korea), Oct 31 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will continue to strengthen its strategic ties with the United States (US) on the principles of openness, equitability and mutual respect to ensure regional and global stability, prosperity and peace, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

APEC Leaders' Commendations Underscore Malaysia's Leadership Capabilities -- PM Anwar

From Nor Baizura Basri

GYEONGJU (South Korea), Oct 31 (Bernama) — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the congratulatory messages from Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) leaders for Malaysia’s successful hosting of the recent 47th ASEAN Summit underscore the country’s ability to lead with wisdom and determination.

USABC Launches 7th Edition Of 'ASEAN Matters For America, America Matters For ASEAN'

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- The US-ASEAN Business Council (USABC), in collaboration with the East-West Center in Washington and the ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute, recently launched the publication of the 7th edition of 'ASEAN Matters for America, America Matters for ASEAN' at the ASEAN Business and Investment Summit (ABIS) in Kuala Lumpur.

AIIB, Four Local Banks To Mobilise Up To US$6 Bln For ASEAN Infrastructure Projects

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has inked cooperation agreements with four local banks to mobilise up to US$6 billion (US$1=RM4.1835) for sustainable and technology-enabled infrastructure projects across the ASEAN region. 

Trump Heads For Washington After Meeting Xi Jinping In Busan

GYEONGJU (South Korea), Oct 30 (Bernama) -- United States President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping concluded their high-level meeting as Trump left for Washington after more than an hour’s meeting in Busan.

Agreement On Reciprocal Trade: Malaysia Needs Investments And Trade From America, Says PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today stressed that the Malaysia-United States (US) Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) was signed because the country needs high investments and trade from America.

Malaysia’s Spotlight Moment A Test Of Brand And Balance

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) – The 47th ASEAN Summit and related meetings that has just ended in Kuala Lumpur this week offered Malaysia more than just diplomatic theatre.