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ASEAN 2025

ASEAN Centrality Crucial Amid Major Power Rivalry – Tengku Zafrul

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 26 (Bernama) -- ASEAN must remain united in upholding its principle of centrality to ensure that economic engagement with major powers does not undermine the grouping’s cohesion, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Malaysia Key To ASEAN-India Economic Partnership - Indian Minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia plays a pivotal role in advancing the ASEAN-India economic track and will be central in shaping a resilient, connected and sustainable partnership for the next decade, said Jitin Prasada.

Trump, Anwar To Witness Malaysia-U.S. Trade Pact Signing – Tengku Zafrul

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 26 (Bernama) -- United States President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim are keen to witness the signing of a reciprocal trade agreement between their countries during Malaysia’s chairmanship of the 47th ASEAN Summit here in late October.

India Reaffirms ASEAN As Cornerstone Of Its Act East Policy

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 26 (Bernama) -- India reaffirmed that ASEAN remains a cornerstone of its Act East policy and Indo-Pacific vision, while expressing concern over the slow pace of the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) review.

Malaysia Committed To Making ASEAN Digital Economy Framework A Reality – MITI Sec-Gen

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia remains committed to making the ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) a reality, ensuring its implementation delivers tangible benefits for people and businesses.

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.

ASEAN-Canada FTA Talks Set To Conclude Next Year, Poised To Boost Trade And Investment

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 26 (Bernama) -- Ongoing negotiations for the ASEAN-Canada Free Trade Agreement (FTA), set to be finalised by next year, are expected to strengthen business and investment relations, supporting both sides’ goals of economic growth and trade diversification.

Malaysia's Asean Chairmanship Boosts Investment Appeal Into The Region -- Chris Humphrey

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s chairmanship of ASEAN this year has reinforced the region’s unity amid global uncertainties and enhanced the country’s profile as a competitive investment destination in Southeast Asia, European Union (EU)-ASEAN Business Council executive director Chris Humphrey said.

Final Day Of AEM To Focus On AITIGA's New Package

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 26 (Bernama) -- India will endeavour to reduce its surging trade deficit with Southeast Asian countries when they meet at the 22nd ASEAN Economic Ministers (AEM)-India Consultations here today.

Digital Trade A Priority For UK In ASEAN Ties - Liz Lloyd

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- Digital trade is a key priority for the United Kingdom (UK), not only in its engagement with ASEAN but also as part of its global economic strategy.

ASEAN-EU Partnership Pivotal For Economic Integration, Resilience - ASEAN Sec-Gen

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) — The European Union (EU) remains a pivotal partner in advancing ASEAN’s economic integration and resilience, underpinned by robust trade and investment flows, said ASEAN secretary-general Dr Kao Kim Hourn.

U.S. Does Not Rule Out Further Tariffs On ASEAN Countries If Trade Deals Unfavourable To Washington – USTR

By Mikhail Raj Abdullah and Maizatul Jamny Muhammad Rosli

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- The United States (US) has not ruled out imposing another round of tariffs on countries in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) if trade negotiations fail to produce a favourable outcome for Washington.