Equity, Financial Markets Capable Of Navigating Heightened Tariff-led Volatility -- Amir Hamzah

By Zarul Effendi Razali

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysian equity and financial markets are capable of navigating the heightened tariff-led volatility, driven by strong institutional support during the period and ample liquidity, said  Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

New Cross-Border Bridge Project Aligns With ASEAN's Economic Goal -- Secretary-General

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- The construction of the second bridge project connecting Rantau Panjang, Kelantan, and Sungai Golok, Narathiwat is a significant step towards strengthening regional connectivity and economic integration within ASEAN, said ASEAN Secretary-General Dr Kao Kim Hourn.

Upgrade Of ASEAN's Trade Pact With Australia, New Zealand Soon, China And India Next -- Sec-Gen

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.

ABAC Seeks ASEAN Finance Ministers', Central Bank Governors' Support To Endorse Its 2025 Growth Agenda

 KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ABAC) seeks the support from ASEAN Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors to endorse its 12 strategic initiatives, which includes the ASEAN Business Entity (ABE) framework, to enhance economic integration, inclusivity and regional collaboration.

ASEAN Finance Ministers, Central Bank Governors To Hold In-depth Discussions On Regional Financial Integration

 KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- ASEAN Finance Ministers today got down to the hard work of putting in place the necessary pre-requisites and initiatives to deepen financial integration more urgently in the light of debilitating tariffs on all member states.

Sub-Regional Development Will Make Southeast Asia More Economically Independent - Amir Hamzah

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.

ASEAN Unity Crucial In Weathering US Tariff Storms - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Unity among ASEAN members will determine the success of the ten member states in weathering the US tariff storms that have severely impacted the region, says Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

National Scam Response Efforts Show Promising Start In Malaysia

By Siti Baaqiah Mamat

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Establishing the National Scam Response Centre (NSRC) and the National Fraud Portal has yielded early signs of success in combating the rising number of scams and fraud cases reported in recent years, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

Malaysia, Cambodia Launch Second Phase Of Cross-border QR Payment

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.

Cross-border Payments Key To Inclusive ASEAN Growth, Innovation -- National Bank Of Cambodia Governor

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.

Malaysia To Invest In Developing Its Border Areas To Promote Economic Activities - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- In an effort to strengthen ASEAN cooperation, Malaysia is committed to developing its border areas such as in the northern peninsula with Thailand, and the Sabah and Sarawak border with Kalimantan, which will promote economic activities and benefit people on both sides of the border.

Artificial Intelligence's Trajectory Is Surging And Risks Deepening Divides - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has cautioned that the trajectory of artificial intelligence is advancing at lightning speed and if this asymmetrical digital progress is left unchecked, it risks deepening existing divides and fostering inequality.