ASEAN Emerges As A Central Player In Global Economy After Overcoming Series Of Adversities - PM Anwar

By Zarul Effendi Razali

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- ASEAN, which has faced a series of global uncertainties, has emerged from a quiet corner of the global economy to become central to it, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. 

Malaysia To Show Strong Leadership To Address US Tariff

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will demonstrate strong leadership and act responsibly within ASEAN to address the United States' latest tariff measures, said National Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (NCCIM) vice-president Datuk AT Kumararajah.

BNM Museum Launches Two Exhibitions Celebrating ASEAN Currencies, Cultures

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Museum and Art Gallery (MAG) is organising two new exhibitions in conjunction with the 12th ASEAN Finance Ministers’ and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting.

ASEAN+3 To Operationalise Rapid Financing Facility To Help Financially Distressed Members

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- ASEAN+3 ministers will operationalise the Rapid Financing Facility (RFF), aimed at helping financially distressed member countries to cushion against exogenous shocks or financial problems caused by external factors.

ASEAN+3 To Enhance Initiatives For Greater Self-reliance In Addressing Global Challenges

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- Ten ASEAN member countries, including China, Japan, and South Korea (ASEAN+3), have agreed to intensify initiatives to ensure more self-reliance, particularly in addressing the reciprocal tariff policies by the United States.

PNB To Strengthen Portfolio By Exiting Legacy Investments

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- Permodalan Nasional Bhd (PNB) is looking to exit its positions in legacy investments, allowing it to strengthen other asset classes, including fixed income, said its deputy president and group chief executive officer, Datuk Rick Ramli.

New Cross-Border Bridge Project Aligns With ASEAN's Economic Goal -- Secretary-General

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- The construction of the second bridge project connecting Rantau Panjang, Kelantan, and Sungai Golok, Narathiwat is a significant step towards strengthening regional connectivity and economic integration within ASEAN, said ASEAN Secretary-General Dr Kao Kim Hourn.

Tariffs, Trump And Trade: Why Malaysia Must Choose Restraint Over Retaliation

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- The recent decision by the United States (US) to impose tariffs on Malaysian exports marks a sharp turn in global economic diplomacy, one that is symptomatic of deeper geopolitical anxieties. 

ASEAN Power Grid Vision Needs US$764 Bln For Power Generation, Transmission Infrastructure - ASEAN Sec-Gen

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- ASEAN Power Grid (APG) vision requires an estimated investment of US$764 billion (US$1 = RM4.49) for power generation and transmission infrastructure, said ASEAN secretary- general Dr Kao Kim Hourn.

Andrew Sheng Warns US-China Trade War Will Have Long-Lasting Impact On ASEAN

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) — A former central banker has warned that the ongoing US-China trade war, which has seen tariffs on Chinese goods rise by over 104 per cent, will have a long-lasting impact on global markets, including Malaysia and ASEAN countries. 

Upgrade Of ASEAN's Trade Pact With Australia, New Zealand Soon, China And India Next -- Sec-Gen

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- ASEAN, which remains committed to upgrading existing free trade agreements (FTAs) to ensure they stay relevant and effective, will see the upgraded version of the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area (AANZFTA) deal on April 21, 2025.

Inspired To Save The Planet, School Children Build MarBot4SF Robot

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- Thanks to a colour bleaching incident, an 11-year-old boy is now more conscious and passionate about protecting the environment and saving the planet.