Possible US-China Trade Deal Boosts Ringgit To A Near 2-week High

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- The ringgit rose on Thursday, bolstered by indications from United States President Donald Trump regarding a potential trade deal with China.

Malaysia And Bahrain To Explore Cooperations In Fintech, Tourism -- PM Anwar

From Nik Nurfaqih Nik Wil

MANAMA (Bahrain), Feb 20 (Bernama) --  Malaysia and Bahrain are committed to strengthening cooperation, including in emerging financial technologies such as cryptocurrency and sandbox platform, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today.

25 Pct US Tariff Poses Challenge For Malaysia — Mohamad Hasan

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- United States (US) President Donald Trump's decision to impose a 25 per cent tariff on automotive, semiconductor and pharmaceutical imports will be a challenge for Malaysia.

ASEAN Committed To Strengthening WTO - Envoy

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- ASEAN is committed to contributing constructively to further strengthen the World Trade Organisation (WTO), including through engagement with other members and various stakeholders at any available platform.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower Amid Cautious Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia extended its downtrend, opening lower on Thursday as investor sentiment remained cautious over US tariff concerns, despite Wall Street’s positive performance overnight.

Mi Sedaap Sparks Malaysian Palates With New Korean-Inspired Ramen Launch

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 (Bernama) -- Mi Sedaap kicked off an exciting new chapter with the grand launch of their revamped Korean Spicy Chicken Ramen, marking a major upgrade to their popular instant noodle line.

Ringgit Holds Steady To End Higher vs US Dollar Ahead Of Fed Minutes

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended higher on Wednesday against a muted US dollar ahead of the release of the US Federal Reserve’s (Fed) January policy meeting minutes.

UOB, Invest Johor Launch Green Lane To Fast-track Investments Into JS-SEZ

ISKANDAR PUTERI, 19 Feb (Bernama) -- Singapore-based United Overseas Bank Ltd (UOB) has launched a “green lane” with Invest Johor to fast-track investments into the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ).

SC Partners ICAEW To Enhance Expertise In Sustainability Disclosures

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has initiated a collaboration with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) through a letter of intent (LoI) to work together in specific areas.

Malaysia’s AI Data Centre Development To Be Impacted By Recent US Restrictions -- Liew

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is expected to face challenges in the development of artificial intelligence (AI) data centres due to the recent restrictions by the United States (US) on AI chip exports, said Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Liew Chin Tong. 

Ringgit Opens Slightly Higher Against US Dollar

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- The ringgit was slightly higher against the US dollar in early trade amid a higher US Dollar Index (DXY) coupled with gains in US Treasury bonds, said an analyst.

Malaysia Should Lead ASEAN’s Green Shipping Transition Through Financing, Collaboration, Says Expert

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia should spearhead sustainable or green shipping initiatives within ASEAN, such as expanding access to regional financing schemes and promoting cooperation in carving out low-carbon shipping routes.