Reinforce Centrality, Focus On Realistic Targets And Delivery, ASEAN-BAC’s Nazir Razak Tells Grouping

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 28 (Bernama) -- While the United States President Donald Trump is threatening to impose tariffs on both allies and rivals, an ASEAN’s top private sector official has cautioned Southeast Asian economies to increase trade and reinforce their centrality to shield themselves from such global uncertainties.

Firms Struggle To Meet ESG Standards Due To Capability, Capacity, And Investment Barriers

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 28 (Bernama) -- Malaysian firms face hurdles in meeting environmental, sustainable and governance (ESG) standards due to capability, capacity, and investment challenges, an expert said.

Sabah Company Partners Schlumberger For Greater Participation In O&G Sector

LABUAN, Feb 28 (Bernama) -- Nawie Oilfield Services Sdn Bhd (NOS) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Schlumberger Malaysia Sdn Bhd (SLB) to enhance its participation in Sabah’s oil and gas (O&G) industry.

MIHAS Expands Global Footprint With Shanghai Edition Following Dubai Success

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) will host the second international edition of the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) in Shanghai, China. 

LyondellBasell, Sipchem Secure Feedstock Allocation For Joint Saudi Project 

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- LyondellBasell (LYB), in collaboration with Sipchem, has secured a feedstock allocation from Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Energy to support a joint feasibility study for a world-scale mixed-feed cracker complex combined with a diversified derivative portfolio.

Govt Allocates Additional RM10 Bln For Housing Credit Guarantee Scheme - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- The allocation for the Housing Credit Guarantee Scheme under the Syarikat Jaminan Kredit Perumahan Bhd (SJKP) will be increased by RM10 billion this year, benefitting more than 20,000 borrowers.

TIV For Automotive Sector Down 40 Pct To 48,875 Units In January 2025 - MAA

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- The total industry volume (TIV) in January 2025 declined by 40 per cent to 48,732 units compared with 81,735 units in December 2024, according to the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA).

Bursa Malaysia Lower At Midday

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia turned lower at midday due to selling in selected heavyweights, led by the financial services, plantation and utilities counters. 

GLIC's Domestic Investment Strengthens Economy, Resistance Against External Impacts

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) – Domestic strategic investments by government-linked investment companies (GLICs) are becoming increasingly important and play a key role in strengthening Malaysia's economy from within, and improving resilience against external impacts.

Malaysia’s Economy Shows Promising Growth, LI Rises 3.1 Pct In Dec 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy is expected to continue promising progress in the near term with the leading index (LI) accelerated to 3.1 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) in Dec 2024 compared to 0.4 per cent in December 2023.

In-depth Study To Be Conducted To Consider Feasibility Of Detailed Reporting Of Insurance Policy Profit And Loss

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- A more in-depth study will be conducted to consider the feasibility of detailed reporting on the profit and loss of each medical insurance policy, said Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying.

Give Asean Secretariat More Clout To Get Countries To Rescind Non-Tariff Barriers -- Nazir Razak

By Mikhail Raj Abdullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- The Jakarta-based ASEAN Secretariat should be given more clout to flag countries that resort to non-tariff barriers (NTBs).