Malaysia-US Tariff Negotiations Underway, New Markets Being Explored - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) – Reciprocal tariff negotiations with the United States (US) are actively underway alongside strong support for local industries and the exploration of new export markets, said the Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

PM Anwar Calls For More Domestic Consumption To Mitigate Impact Of US Tariffs

SHAH ALAM, May 5 (Bernama) -- The government is committed to safeguarding the country’s economy through a pragmatic approach, such as boosting domestic consumption, to navigate US tariff uncertainties.

Special Parliamentary Session Outlines Efforts To Address US Tariff

By Nor Baizura Basri and Zarul Effendi Razali

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- The Special Parliamentary Session on the United States (US) tariffs provided the government an opportunity to enlighten Members of the Parliament (MPs) about ongoing efforts to manage the impact of global economic uncertainty on Malaysia following the imposition of the tariffs.

Core National Policies Will Not Be Compromised In Tariff Negotiations - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) --  Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated that the government will not compromise on the country’s core policies in tariff negotiations.

Govt Allocates Additional RM50 Mln To MATRADE To Expedite Exploration Of New Markets -- PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- The government will allocate an additional RM50 million to the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) to expedite efforts to explore new markets.

Malaysia Confident In Weathering US Tariffs With Solid Economic Fundamentals

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is confident that Malaysia’s strong economic fundamentals will enable the country to navigate the global uncertainties following the recent announcement of retaliatory tariffs by the United States (US).

Final Preparations Made Before Tomorrow's Special Parliament Sitting - MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, May 4 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has made final preparations before the special parliamentary session on the impact of the United States (US) retaliatory tariffs on Malaysia.

ASEAN To Look Into Nuclear Energy Potential As Clean, Stable Energy Source

KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 (Bernama) -- ASEAN countries are examining the prospects of nuclear energy as a clean and stable source of electricity, with the potential to replace fossil fuel-based generation sources and support the regional energy transition agenda. 

RISDA Finds New Source of Wealth For The Country, Eyes Launch By Early 2026

By Nadia Jumri

KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 (Bernama) -- The Rubber Industry Smallholders Development Authority (RISDA) is finalising a preliminary study on the development of biofuel products based on scrap rubber, with a target to announce its effectiveness for widespread use by early 2026. 

RISDA Finds New Source of Wealth For The Country, Eyes Launch By Early 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 (Bernama) -- The Rubber Industry Smallholders Development Authority (RISDA) is finalising a preliminary study on the development of biofuel products based on scrap rubber, with a target to announce its effectiveness for widespread use by early 2026. 

MIHAS 2025: Leveraging MDT Platform To Target RM4.5 Bln in Global Halal Sales

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- The 21st Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) will leverage its groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI)-powered MADANI Digital Trade (MDT) platform to target RM4.5 billion in global halal sales for 2025.

Sabah's GDP Increases To RM83.2 Bln Last Year - Hajiji

KOTA KINABALU, April 29 (Bernama) -- Sabah's economy has shown positive growth as its gross domestic product (GDP) rose to RM83.2 billion last year from RM82.1 billion in 2023, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor.