European Stocks Close On Strong Note On Hopes Of US-Iran Peace Deal

FRANKFURT, March 26 (Bernama-dpa-AFX) -- European stocks closed on a strong note on Wednesday, as the mood turned a bit bullish amid some hopes of a de-escalation in tensions in West Asia, dpa-AFX reported. 

US Investigates Manufacturing Overcapacity In 15 Economies, Including Malaysia, EU

By Nor Baizura Basri

KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 (Bernama) -- The United States (US) has initiated investigations into the acts, policies, and practices of 15 economies, including Malaysia and the European Union (EU), under Section 301(b) of the Trade Act of 1974 relating to structural excess capacity and production in manufacturing sectors.

European Markets Fall As Middle East Tensions Escalate

BRUSSELS/FRANKFURT/PARIS, March 3 (Bernama-dpa-AFX) -- Most European markets closed sharply lower on Monday as stocks tumbled amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, following coordinated US and Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehran’s retaliatory attacks on US bases across the region, reported dpa-AFX.

Fiscal Deficit Calculated Under International Standards -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- The government’s fiscal deficit calculation should not be questioned as it is reported in line with international standards recognised by global credit rating agencies and multilateral bodies, Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said.

Bursa Malaysia Stays Lower At Midday

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia stayed lower at midday, weighed down by mostly weaker regional markets, following news of United States President Donald Trump’s threats to impose fresh tariffs on eight European countries over Greenland.

Switzerland To Deepen Ties With Malaysia In Trade, Sustainability, Security -- Swiss Ambassador

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- Switzerland, which is located in the heart of Europe, is set to strengthen bilateral ties with Malaysia in key areas, including trade, sustainability, and peace and security.

Aligning Energy And Climate Policies Drives ASEAN’s Progress Toward Energy Transition

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 (Bernama) -- Addressing energy and climate policies together creates a powerful momentum for ASEAN as the region progresses towards energy transition, an expert said.

Swiss Investments In Malaysia Rise After MEEPA Signing

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin & Ahmad Erwan Othman

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 26 (Bernama) -- The inflow of investments from Switzerland into Malaysia has increased following the signing of the EFTA-Malaysia Economic Partnership Agreement (MEEPA), according to Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Expanded SST Designed To Be Progressive, Fairer -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- The government made the decision to maintain the Sales and Service Tax (SST) with an expanded scope after considering both SST and the Goods and Services Tax (GST), according to Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Adoption Of Digital Platforms Helped Sustain, Expand Microfinance Activities Since COVID-19 – Yunus

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 17 (Bernama) — The adoption of digital platforms has not only sustained but also expanded microfinance operations since the COVID-19 pandemic, said Grameen Bank founder Prof Dr Muhammad Yunus. 

Trump Signs Order To Modify Reciprocal Tariff Rate For 'certain Countries' As Deadline Ticks Down

WASHINGTON, Aug 1 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- US President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday that modifies the reciprocal tariff rate for dozens of countries ahead of his self-imposed Aug 1 trade deal deadline, Anadolu Ajansi reported.

Norway Seeks Deeper Economic Ties With ASEAN, Malaysia

By Wan Muhammad Aslah Wan Razali

KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- Norway is optimistic about boosting economic ties with ASEAN and Malaysia, focusing on sustainability, trade and green growth, said Deputy Foreign Minister Andreas Motzfeldt Kravik.