Inaugural Borneo Flora Festival 2025 To Boost Labuan’s Economy

LABUAN, April 11 (Bernama) -- Labuan’s inaugural Borneo Flora Festival (BFF) 2025, to be held on July 26-30, is expected to significantly boost the local economy. 

Penang To Hold Roundtable On US Tariff -- Chow

BUTTERWORTH, April 10 (Bernama) -- Penang, through the Economy State Executive Council Meeting, will organise a roundtable session with industry players, academics, and the state leadership tomorrow to discuss the United States’ (US) recent tariff announcement.

Agrobank Targets 18 Branches To Use Solar Energy By End-2025

BAGAN SERAI, April 10 (Bernama) -- Bank Pertanian Malaysia Bhd (Agrobank) has targeted 18 of its branches to utilise solar power by the end of this year. 

AIF Action Plan 2025-2028 To Elevate ASEAN’s Global Role -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN Infrastructure Fund (AIF) Action Plan (2025-2028) will catapult ASEAN’s role as the global standard in governance and sustainable development, 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.

Tariffs, Trump And Trade: Why Malaysia Must Choose Restraint Over Retaliation

KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- The recent decision by the United States (US) to impose tariffs on Malaysian exports marks a sharp turn in global economic diplomacy, one that is symptomatic of deeper geopolitical anxieties. 

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.

Alliance Bank Nears RM15 Bln Goal In New Sustainable Loans, Boosting SMEs In ESG

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Alliance Bank Malaysia Bhd is now close to achieving RM15 billion in new sustainable banking business for green projects to support small and medium enterprises (SMEs) ahead of the targeted 2027 financial year.

Allianz Life Introduces Allianz Elitechoice Insurance Solution For SMEs

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 (Bernama) -- Allianz Life Insurance Malaysia Bhd (Allianz Life) has introduced Allianz EliteChoice, a competitive and comprehensive insurance plan for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). 

AI-Media, Audioshake To Revolutionise Live Broadcasting With AI

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 (Bernama) -- AI-Media, a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI)-powered language technology and solutions, has announced an advanced partnership with AudioShake, an audio technology company specialising in sound separation.

RegASK Unveils World’s First Vertical LLM To Streamline Compliance Workflows

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 (Bernama) -- RegASK, a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI)-driven regulatory intelligence, has launched the world’s first vertical large language model (LLM) designed specifically for regulatory compliance.