Malaysia Aims To Conclude Digital Economy Framework Agreement This Year

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 8 (Bernama) -- ASEAN chair Malaysia aims to conclude the Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) this year to prepare the Southeast Asian region for digitalisation.

ASEAN Chairmanship In 2025 Marks Pivotal Moment For Malaysia

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 22 (Bernama) -- In less than two weeks, Malaysia will take on the ASEAN chairmanship in January 2025, marking a pivotal moment for the country.

EXIM Bank Malaysia, China EXIM Bank Sign Framework Agreement

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 16 (Bernama) -- The Export-Import Bank of Malaysia Bhd (EXIM Bank Malaysia) and the Export-Import Bank of China (China Exim Bank) have signed a framework agreement to strengthen economic and trade ties between Malaysia and China.

SMEs Play Crucial Role In Driving Growth In APEC Economies, Fostering Inclusivity - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 (Bernama) -- Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) play a crucial role in driving economic growth within the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) region, particularly when it comes to fostering inclusive development, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship To Spur Digitalisation, Attract Foreign Investors -- TeamViewer

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s assumption of the ASEAN chairmanship next year will be a catalyst for the country’s adoption of advanced technologies, especially in digitalisation, and make it more appealing to foreign investors. 

Malaysia To Drive ASEAN FTA Upgrades To Further Enhance Region's Economic Growth    

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is looking forward to the "upgrading" and conclusion of some of the existing free trade agreements (FTAs) with certain countries such as China, India and ASEAN member economies.

As ASEAN Chair In 2025, Malaysia Should Prioritise People-centric Measures, Intra-ASEAN Trade - Experts

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- As Malaysia assumes the ASEAN chairmanship next year, it should focus on implementing more people-centric measures and enhancing intra-ASEAN trade, said experts.

Global Commercialisation Strategies Set To Boost Malaysian Tech Startups, Scaleups -- MDEC

From Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

DUBAI, Oct 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s focus on global commercialisation strategies is set to drive significant economic impact for local tech startups and scaleups, particularly as the nation positions itself as the digital gateway to ASEAN.

MDEC Highlights Need For Global Exposure To Boost Local Digital Tech Expansion, Talent Development

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

DUBAI, Oct 13 (Bernama) — The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) emphasises the importance of exposing local digital technology companies to international best practices to help them expand beyond the Malaysian market, attract foreign investment, and nurture talent.

ASEAN MSMEs Should Benefit From Digital Economy Framework Agreement

From Sharifah Hunaini Syed Ismail

VIENTIANE, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- ASEAN micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) should benefit from the US$2 trillion expected economic value generated from the Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) by 2030.

Malaysia Digitally Equipped To Be Regional Services Hub For Global Companies - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 26 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Trade, Investment and Industry (MITI) will continue to nurture talent, deepen trade relationships and ensure Malaysia remains a leading manufacturing and services hub, contributing to a prosperous and inclusive Asean.