Malaysia Must Be Ready For Possibility Of Additional Tariffs On Semiconductors -- Tengku Zafrul 

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must be ready and prepared for the possibility of additional tariffs being imposed on the semiconductor industry by the United States (US), said Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Malaysia's Successful Tariff Negotiation Seen As Strategic Step Forward -- Economists

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s successful negotiation to reduce the reciprocal tariff imposed by the United States (US) on its exports to 19 per cent from 25 per cent is seen as a strategic step forward, placing the country on equal footing with major ASEAN peers while preserving key domestic policy priorities.

Anwar’s Statesmanship Shines Brightly In Resolving Regional Conflicts And Defending Economy

By Mikhail Raj Abdullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- Within five days, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has achieved much more than what many leaders can only aspire to do in the field of international politics and global trade.

Achieving 13MP Ambitions Depends On Strong Political Will, Execution -- Kenanga Investment

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- The 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) outlines a bold vision of structural transformation, social inclusivity, and climate resilience, but its credibility hinges on political will and disciplined execution, said Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd.

Financial Sector Must Play Key Role In Enabling SMEs In Strategic Growth Sectors -- BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- As Malaysia charts its path forward under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), the financial sector must play a transformative role in enabling small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to participate meaningfully in strategic growth sectors, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour.

13MP Diversifies Strategies To Keep Malaysia Resilient While Promoting Prudent Spending - Economists

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad & Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) has been crafted with the core objectives of the MADANI Economy framework at its foundation while maintaining the flexibility to navigate both domestic and external uncertainties over the next five years, said an economist.

Semiconductor Sector To Benefit From Supply Chain Focus In 13MP – Economist

By Anas Abu Hassan & Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) – Malaysia’s semiconductor industry is poised to benefit from the upcoming 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), as the government seeks to strengthen the country’s role in the global supply chain.

Malaysia Leans On Quiet Engagement To Seek Favourable Tariffs Revision - Analyst 

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) – Malaysia remains locked in quiet engagement and possibly embracing a deliberate positioning with the United States (US) to lower the 25 per cent tariffs on its exports to the American markets as the Aug 1 deadline approaches.

Malaysia Should Focus On Specific Semiconductor Niche To Stand Out In ASEAN - Industry Player

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia should choose a specific sector within the semiconductor industry to focus on and strive to become a leader in that niche, setting itself apart from other ASEAN countries, said Basementality Sdn Bhd spot procurement manager Kirill Korbout.

Bosch Appoints Darren Chan As Managing Director For Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 (Bernama) -- Bosch has appointed Darren Chan Chon Hoe as managing director of Bosch Malaysia, the first Malaysian to assume that position, effective July 1, 2025.

Malaysia Committed To Advancing ASEAN Semiconductor Supply Chain Framework - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia, through platforms such as the upcoming ASEAN Semiconductor Summit (ASEMIS) 2025, is determined to advance the ASEAN Framework for Integrated Semiconductor Supply Chain and strengthen the region’s role in ensuring global tech security.

ASEAN Economies To Maintain Growth Above 4 Pct Despite Global Challenges -- AMRO Economist

By Nur Ashikin Abdul Aziz

SINGAPORE, July 23 (Bernama) -- ASEAN economies are expected to maintain growth above four per cent despite a challenging global environment, with projections at 4.4 per cent in 2025 and 4.2 per cent in 2026, according to ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) chief economist Dong He.