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By M. Saraswathi
LIMA (Peru), Nov 16 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's maiden official visit to Peru has generated potential exports worth RM1.24 billion (US$0.3 billion), particularly in high potential sectors on the initiative of the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE).
1y ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia Electronics Supplier Summit held recently spotlighted the government's continuous efforts to create an environment conducive to investment and innovation, showcasing Johor as a premier investment destination for the electronics sector.
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LIMA (Peru), Nov 15 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will participate in the APEC Leaders’ Informal Dialogue and deliver an intervention on the penultimate day of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Week (AELW).
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By Anas Abu Hassan
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- The ringgit staged a rebound on Friday after recent losses to finish the week higher against the American dollar despite a rising greenback buoyed by anticipation of slower US interest rate cuts, an economist said.
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By Zufazlin Baharuddin
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the week on a softer note, with the key index closing at its intraday low, in the absence of buying catalysts amid regional weakness as global economic uncertainties and geopolitical concerns kept investors edgy.
1y ago
BANGKOK, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- Yayasan Bank Rakyat (YBR) received the ‘Community Initiative’ award at the Asia Corporate Excellence & Sustainability (ACES) 2024 here on Thursday in recognition of its efforts to improve the socioeconomic status of Malaysians.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) welcomed Malaysia’s removal from a US currency manipulation watch list, affirming the ringgit’s market-driven status.
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JOHOR BAHRU, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- Johor Port Bhd, a member of MMC Group, was awarded top honours at the Asia Best Employer Brand Awards 2024 in an event held in Singapore on Nov 6.
1y ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s inflation is projected to average 2.0 per cent to 3.5 per cent in 2025, factoring in domestic policy measures outlined in Budget 2025, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).
1y ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) today announced a liberalisation of foreign exchange policy (FEP) for multilateral development banks (MDBs) and qualified non-resident development financial institutions (DFIs), aiming to facilitate their investments in key growth areas in Malaysia
1y ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed Malaysia’s Labuan Reinsurance (L) Ltd (Labuan Re) financial strength rating of A- (excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a-” (excellent).
1y ago
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Franchise Association (MFA) will lead 10 Malaysian franchise companies to participate in the “MIHAS@Dubai” programme organised by the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) from Nov 18-20 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.