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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.
By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin and Danni Haizal Danial Donald
KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia met with representatives from the European Union (EU)-ASEAN Business Council (ABC) and the United States (US)-ABC on Tuesday regarding new initiatives that could be promoted to enhance trade, not only in Malaysia but also among ASEAN member countries.
By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad
KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- The development of the Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Phillippines (BIMP) and East ASEAN Growth Area (EAGA) will not only benefit Sabah and Sarawak but contribute towards reinforcing Southeast Asia's economy, Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan, said today.
By Muhammad Faiz Baharin
KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and the National Bank of Cambodia have launched the second phase of Cross-Border QR Payment, which will enable consumers and merchants in both countries to make and receive instant payments from participating financial institutions.
By Harizah Hanim Mohamed
KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- The National Bank of Cambodia’s (NBC) participation in the ASEAN economic payment connectivity initiative aimed to foster regional economic growth and establish a more interconnected payment system within the region, said its governor, Dr Chea Serey.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- UOB Malaysia has been named Malaysia's Best Bank at the 32nd annual World's Best Bank Awards 2025 - Asia Pacific by Global Finance magazine.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- ASEAN's strength lies not in drama, but in its durability having withstood wars, crises and coups over nearly six decades since the region’s establishment in 1967, and together, has what it takes to tackle Washington's move to impose debilitating tariffs that saw global markets taking a rout.
In instilling much-needed confidence for the region, Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said ASEAN, which Malaysia is now Chair, has always moved forward, even if it is was “only by inches, often frustratingly, but forward nonetheless."
By CW Sim
KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- When President Donald Trump announced a 24 per cent reciprocal tariff on Malaysia on April 2, 2025, it triggered concern across Southeast Asia. But in Kuala Lumpur, the initial turbulence gave way to a clearer recognition — this was not an unforeseen storm.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- The MADANI government is putting in place strong measures to mitigate the United States (US) tariffs’ impact on Malaysia, according to Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 (Bernama) -- In Malaysia’s capacity as ASEAN chair for 2025, under the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) pillar, Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz will chair a Special ASEAN Economic Ministers’ Meeting on April 10, 2025.
By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid
KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MGCC) has ramped up its strategic advisory efforts to support Malaysian businesses in navigating the economic challenges posed by the United States’ (US) latest tariff measures.
PUTRAJAYA, April 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia, as the ASEAN chair this year, will prioritise the importance of deepening regional economic ties following the announcement of sweeping US tariffs on the bloc’s member nations as well as leading them in engaging Washington in talks to potentially reduce retaliatory tariffs on imports into America.
