ASEAN 2025

Malaysia's RE Sector Seen Entering 'Supercycle' As Country Accelerates Energy Transition

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's renewable energy (RE) sector is expected to enter a “multi-decade supercycle” as the country accelerates its energy transition.

Govt To Introduce New Investment Incentive Framework In 3Q 2025 - Liew

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- The government will introduce the New Investment Incentive Framework (NIIF) which will be implemented from the third quarter of 2025, said Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) Liew Chin Tong.

Muafakat Between Indonesia, Malaysia Must Extend Beyond Economic Collaboration

SHAH ALAM, Feb 12 (Bernama) -- Indonesia and Malaysia’s muafakat must extend beyond economic collaboration to include enhanced cybersecurity, counterterrorism efforts, and maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region, said Senior Political Secretary to the Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Shamsul Iskandar Mohd Akin. 

ASEAN To Tackle Energy Transition Through Regional Cooperation - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 12 (Bernama) -- The energy transition is a global challenge, and ASEAN has the capability and resources to address it collectively, said Minister of Finance II, Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

ASEAN To See US$100 Bln Boost To GDP With Increased EO Data Adoption -- Report

SINGAPORE, Feb 11 (Bernama) -- The increased adoption of Earth Observation (EO) data across Southeast Asia is estimated to contribute an additional US$100 billion to the region’s gross domestic product (GDP) cumulatively from 2023 to 2030, according to a report launched today.

Turkiye Aims To Double Trade With Malaysia To US$10 Bln As Economic Ties Deepen

PUTRAJAYA, Feb 10 (Bernama) -- Turkiye aims to double its trade with Malaysia to US$10 billion after surpassing the US$5 billion mark in 2024, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced today.

Eco-luxury At Berjaya Hills The Chateau: A Harmonious Blend Of Sustainability And Wellness

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

BENTONG, Feb 6 (Bernama) – Growing awareness of the need to reduce environmental impact has led Berjaya Hills Resort Bhd to implement measures that allow guests at the Chateau Spa and Wellness Resort to enjoy healing and relaxation away from city life while also being mindful of preserving nature.

ASEAN Economic Ministers To Endorse 18 Priority Economic Deliverables At Upcoming Retreat

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 6 (Bernama) -- ASEAN Economic Ministers (AEM) are set to endorse 18 Priority Economic Deliverables (PEDs) at the upcoming AEM’s Retreat in Johor at the end of February, aiming to drive regional economic integration, inclusivity, sustainability and digital trade.

Malaysia Remains Careful Of US Tariffs, Ready To Take Advantage Of Geopolitical Opportunities -- Tengku Zafrul

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) --  It is too early to determine whether the tariffs imposed by the United States on Canada, Mexico and China will harm or benefit Malaysia, said Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

China's DeepSeek, AI Advancements Could Boost Data Centre Demand -- Gobind

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- The emergence of new advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) platforms, such as China’s DeepSeek, could help increase demand for data centres in the country, said Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo.

Malaysia Remains Committed To Being An Open Economy Amid US Policy Changes - Mohamad

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- The government has reaffirmed its commitment to maintain Malaysia as an open economy that relies on international trade and is taking strategic steps to reconcile the country's interest with policy changes under the new United States (US) administration.

Manufacturing Sector To Sustain Growth On Resilient Domestic Demand, Supply Chain Recovery -- PIVB

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's manufacturing sector is expected to sustain positive growth, supported by resilient domestic demand and gradual improvements in supply chain conditions, according to Public Investment Bank Bhd (PIVB).