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Ringgit Surges To Touch 4.16 Level At Opening Versus Greenback

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 10 (Bernama) -- The ringgit continued its strong footing by opening higher and touched the 4.16 level versus greenback on Monday buoyed by continuous buying interest in the local note.

AITIGA Upgrade, Semiconductor Collaboration To Drive ASEAN-India Economic Ties -- Analyst

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 9 (Bernama) -- The upcoming upgrade of the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) and expanding semiconductor collaboration with India are expected to shape the next phase of ASEAN-India economic ties, an analyst said.

Finland’s Success In Climate Solutions Offers Valuable Lessons For Malaysia

From Zufazlin Baharuddin

HELSINKI, Nov 9 (Bernama) -- Finland’s leadership and success in climate solutions through the implementation of a circular economy is nothing short of remarkable and offers valuable lessons for Malaysia, which has embraced similar ideals in promoting sustainability.

Zoom: Human Touch Tops Customer Experience For Malaysians, Despite AI Chatbot Efficiency

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 8 (Bernama) -- While 56 per cent of Malaysia’s artificial intelligence natives (AI natives) believe that chatbots provide the fastest responses -- the highest in the Asia Pacific (APAC), 83 per cent still want the option to speak to a human agent when interactions feel disjointed, said Zoom.

WorldFirst, OCBC To Support SME Cross-Border Trade In Southeast Asia

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- Ant International’s WorldFirst, an all-in-one digital cross-border payment and treasury account service for global businesses, has announced a partnership with OCBC to accelerate digital trade in Southeast Asia.

AKWEL Reports Lower Revenue, Expects Further Decline In 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- AKWEL, a manufacturer of parts and systems for the automotive and heavy-vehicle industry, reported consolidated revenue of 730.7 million euros for the first nine months of 2025, down 3.6 per cent from a year earlier. (1 Euro = RM4.82)

Switzerland To Deepen Ties With Malaysia In Trade, Sustainability, Security -- Swiss Ambassador

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

 

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- Switzerland, which is located in the heart of Europe, is set to strengthen bilateral ties with Malaysia in key areas, including trade, sustainability, and peace and security.

Malaysia Launches Southeast Asia's First Advanced Chip Testing Centre, Key Driver Of IC Park 2

PUTRAJAYA, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has charted another milestone in the semiconductor industry with the launch of the Advanced Chip Testing Centre officiated by Prime Minister Seri Anwar Ibrahim today, in conjunction with the launch of the Malaysia Semiconductor IC Design Park 2 (IC Park 2) located at CoPlace 9, Cyberjaya.

Ringgit Higher After OPR Stays Pat At 2.75 Pct

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed higher on Thursday, remaining steady at the 4.18 level after Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) maintained the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent during its final Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting of 2025.

ASEAN Must Rethink Its Supply Chain, Strengthen Regional Economic Integration

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- ASEAN must rethink its supply chains and strengthen regional economic integration amid an increasingly uncertain global trade environment, said Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation former executive director, Tan Sri Dr Rebecca Fatima Sta Maria.

Local Talent Development Key To Success In Semiconductor Industry -- PM Anwar

CYBERJAYA, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s success in developing the semiconductor industry hinges on the nation’s ability to create a highly skilled local talent pool that can meet the requirements of global investors, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Xsolla Expands Local Payment Options To Boost Global Holiday Game Sales

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Xsolla has rolled out new local payment methods across Europe, Asia, Africa and Latin America to help game developers reduce checkout friction and capture growing holiday demand.