Russia Guarantees Long-term Petroleum, Oil And Gas Supplies To Malaysia -- PM Anwar

From Nurul Hanis Izmir

KAZAN, June 18 (Bernama) -- Russia has agreed to guarantee long-term supplies of petrol, oil and gas to Malaysia, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Anwar Thanks Putin For Russia's Support On Energy Cooperation, Petronas

By Nurul Hanis Izmir

KAZAN, June 18 (Bernama) – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed appreciation to Russian President Vladimir Putin for Russia’s support in strengthening energy cooperation with Malaysia, especially Petroliam Nasional  Bhd (Petronas).

Anwar, Putin Discuss Energy Security, Trade In Local Currencies

By Nurul Hanis Izmir

KAZAN, June 18 (Bernama) — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed various aspects of bilateral cooperation, including the potential to strengthen ties in the energy sector, one of the strategic areas for both countries.

ASEAN-Russia Need To Expand Cooperation  Across The Board, Mainly In Food Security And Energy - Anwar

From Nurul Hanis Izmir

KAZAN, June 17 (Bernama) — ASEAN and Russia need to expand multilateral cooperation in areas such as food security, energy, advanced manufacturing, digital technologies, and education, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Interest Rate Normalisation In Japan Seen As Having Greater Impact On Asia Than Europe

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 (Bernama) -- The Bank of Japan’s (BOJ) ongoing policy normalisation is likely to have a greater impact on Asian financial markets than the European Central Bank’s (ECB) higher-for-longer interest rate stance.

Takaful Industry Grows 4.73 Pct In 2025, Gross Contributions Reach RM16.38 Bln In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, June 10 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian takaful industry demonstrated resilience in 2025, growing by 4.73 per cent in 2025, bringing total gross contributions to RM16.38 billion, according to the Malaysian Takaful Association.

PM Anwar Courts Japanese Investments In Semiconductors, AI And Quantum Computing

From Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar

TOKYO, June 9 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on Japanese companies to continue expanding their investments in Malaysia, particularly in high-technology sectors such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing and digital industries.

Euan Smith Steps Down As Astro GCEO, Henry Tan Assumes Interim Role

KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 (Bernama) --  Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd's group chief executive officer (GCEO) Euan Smith has stepped down from the role after six years at the helm, effective June 7, 2026.

Ringgit Closes Lower Against US Dollar Amid Heightened West Asia Tensions

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar on Tuesday, pressured by external developments following reports of United States and Israeli attacks on Iranian vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, which dampened regional market sentiment.

Ringgit Supported By Malaysia’s Strong Economic Outlook, Reform Momentum - BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s firm economic prospects and sustained reform momentum are expected to provide enduring support to the ringgit, while external factors will continue to drive exchange rate movements, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

CGC Appoints Madelena Mohamed As Non-independent Non-executive Director Effective May 1

KUALA LUMPUR, May 11 (Bernama) -- Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Bhd (CGC) has appointed Madelena Mohamed as a non-independent non-executive director, effective May 1, 2026.

Ringgit Continues Growth Trajectory After OPR Maintained At 2.75 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended its gains today, closing firmer against major currencies and most regional peers following Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) move to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent.