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KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 10 (Bernama) -- Pacifica Hotels G.K. has signed a franchise agreement with Marriott International Inc to introduce the City Express by Marriott brand to Japan, marking its Asia Pacific debut through the conversion of two existing hotels in Osaka.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 (Bernama) -- The introduction of ASEAN Business Entity (ABE) status has the potential to create more ASEAN multinational companies (MNCs) that can enhance market opportunities in the region, said Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, Liew Chin Tong.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- The introduction of the ASEAN Business Entity (ABE) status will raise Malaysia's destination appeal among publicly listed companies with a widespread ASEAN footprint and mid-sized companies with the potential to expand operations in the country.
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By Mikhail Raj Abdullah
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 11 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s bold move to introduce ASEAN Business Entity (ABE) status in the 2026 Budget reflects his strong commitment to advancing regional integration and giving real substance to Malaysia being the “gateway to ASEAN”.
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By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) – Digital banks are urging the government to prioritise the distribution of targeted subsidies and cash aid in Budget 2026 through digital banking platforms, highlighting their potential to deliver a more equitable and efficient system.
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KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 (Bernama) -- Morningstar Inc, a global leader in independent investment research, has launched a new Asia-focused digital investment research hub, offering region-specific data, tools, and insights to support informed financial decision-making.
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KUCHING, June 6 (Bernama) -- Sarawak has reaffirmed its position as Southeast Asia's clean energy leader, sharing the state’s vision for its energy plans at the Energy Export Conference (EEC) 2025 in Aberdeen, United Kingdom (UK).
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ISTANBUL, May 4 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- Warren Buffett, the 94-year-old CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, an American multinational conglomerate holding company, announced plans to retire at the company's 2025 annual shareholders meeting on Saturday, capping a 55-year tenure, Anadolu Ajansi (AA) reported.
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KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ABAC) seeks the support from ASEAN Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors to endorse its 12 strategic initiatives, which includes the ASEAN Business Entity (ABE) framework, to enhance economic integration, inclusivity and regional collaboration.
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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.
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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).
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MIRI, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- Two Offshore Marine Sdn Bhd, a 100 per cent Malaysian-owned offshore services and solutions provider, has forged a strategic partnership with Databayu Enterprise Sdn Bhd, a respected provider of offshore catering, logistics and support services.