ASEAN-EU Comprehensive Partnership Key To Navigating Global Trade Challenges – Economist

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- A conclusive economic partnership between ASEAN and the European Union (EU) could help cushion the impact of global trade uncertainties, an economist said.

Penang's Approved Manufacturing Investments Surge 150 Pct To RM12.5 Bln In First Half

GEORGE TOWN, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- Penang continued to assert its position as a preferred investment destination for both new and existing investors, with a recorded RM12.5 billion in approved manufacturing investments in the first half of 2025 (1H2025), representing a 150 per cent year-on-year increase.

Tengku Zafrul Reiterates Difference Between MIDA-Approved Investments And Net FDI Reported By DoSM

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 19 (Bernama) -- The Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz reiterated that the investment figures approved by the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) refer specifically to the compilation of proposed investments that have been approved.

Iran-Israel Conflict Triggered Surge In Global Oil Prices -- MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 18 (Bernama) --  The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) said the recent Iran-Israel armed conflict led to a surge in global oil prices, which in turn increased the cost of raw materials and logistics.

Johor Records RM27.4 Bln FDI In 1Q 2025, Fuelled By JS-SEZ Momentum

KOTA TINGGI, June 5 (Bernama) -- The impact of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) is already being felt, with Johor recording RM27.4 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first quarter of this year.

ASEAN, Including Malaysia, Benefits From China's Supply Chain Diversification - Moody's

KUALA LUMPUR, March 21 (Bernama) -- ASEAN economies, particularly Vietnam, Malaysia, and India, have benefited from China's supply chain diversification, primarily in textiles and electronics, according to Moody's Ratings.

Malaysia In Position To Demonstrate Leadership In ASEAN -- Jetro, Jactim

By Christine Lim

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is in a position to demonstrate leadership in ASEAN as the country assumes its chairmanship role next year.

Juwai IQI: Chinese Capital Moving Away From G7 Economies, Coming Back To Asia

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- International real estate technology group Juwai IQI said that Chinese capital is moving away from the Group of Seven (G7) economies and coming back to Asia, especially Southeast Asia, where Malaysia and its neighbours are some of the biggest beneficiaries of the Chinese pivot to Asia.

Govt’s Multi-Pronged Strategy Balances Fiscal Discipline, Economic Growth - MIER

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- The government’s multi-pronged strategy demonstrates a focus on fiscal consolidation while supporting economic growth and maintaining social safety nets, said the Malaysian Institute of Economic Research (MIER).

Malaysia Increasingly Attractive To Foreign Investors -- UBS Global Research

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has become increasingly attractive to foreign investors due to several factors, such as the country’s political stability and track record in exercising fiscal responsibility, said UBS Global Research.