President Xi’s Visit To Malaysia Set To Trigger New Investments Into ASEAN, Says Trade Chamber In China

BEIJING, April 10 (Bernama) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping’s official visit to Malaysia next week will be pivotal in not only triggering new investments in Southeast Asia but also pave the way for further economic development and prosperity in the region.

ASEAN Must Remain Neutral In Trade War Between Economic Superpowers - Andrew Sheng

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- ASEAN must remain neutral in the escalating global trade war over tariffs between superpowers the United States and China, former Bank Negara Assistant Governor Tan Sri Andrew Sheng said.

ASEAN Emerges As A Central Player In Global Economy After Overcoming Series Of Adversities - PM Anwar

By Zarul Effendi Razali

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- ASEAN, which has faced a series of global uncertainties, has emerged from a quiet corner of the global economy to become central to it, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. 

WCT Shareholders Approve Paradigm REIT Listing On Bursa Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- Shareholders of WCT Holdings Bhd have approved the proposed listing of Paradigm Real Estate Investment Trust (Paradigm REIT) on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd.

There Is No Winner In This Tariff Spat -- Andrew Sheng

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- There will be no winner in the United States (US) sweeping global tariffs and similar responses from other countries, and the only way forward is through negotiation to minimise the damage, said former Bank Negara Malaysia assistant governor Tan Sri Andrew Sheng.

ASEAN Power Grid Vision Needs US$764 Bln For Power Generation, Transmission Infrastructure - ASEAN Sec-Gen

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- ASEAN Power Grid (APG) vision requires an estimated investment of US$764 billion (US$1 = RM4.49) for power generation and transmission infrastructure, said ASEAN secretary- general Dr Kao Kim Hourn.

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.

Malaysia Discusses New Initiatives With EU-ABC, US-ABC To Boost Trade, Investments

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.

'Trumpian Crisis' Opportunity To Turbo-charge Integration, Resilience Of ASEAN - Nazir Razak

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Calling the United States’ (US) tariffs move as a “Trumpian crisis”, Tan Sri Nazir Razak said it is an opportunity for ASEAN to demonstrate and further cement unity and resilience and together turbo-charge economic integration of the bloc.

FBM KLCI Ends Almost Flat On Cautious Sentiment

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) erased earlier gains to close marginally lower on Tuesday as mild bargain hunting activities were offset by cautious mode over ongoing global uncertainties.

Malaysia’s Strategic Response To The Tariff Shock: From Disruption To Institutional Reinvention

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.

Innovative Funding Mechanisms Can Accelerate ASEAN's Transition Towards Low-carbon Economy - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Innovative funding mechanisms are vital for ASEAN to accelerate its transition towards a low-carbon economy, while strengthening climate resilience, in a just, inclusive and orderly way, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.