Investment Commitments Do Not Involve Public Funds, Will Not Increase Fiscal Burden - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz has reiterated that all purchase and investment commitments offered by Malaysia in the tariff negotiations with the United States (US) are commercial dealings by private companies and government-linked companies (GLCs), without involving any public funds or increasing the country's fiscal burden or debt.

Malaysia Must Be Ready For Possibility Of Additional Tariffs On Semiconductors -- Tengku Zafrul 

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must be ready and prepared for the possibility of additional tariffs being imposed on the semiconductor industry by the United States (US), said Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Not All Aspects Of Digital, Technology Trade During US Tariff Talks Are Agreeable To Malaysia - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- Not all requests from the United States (US) involving aspects of digital trade and technology have been agreed to by Malaysia in the two countries' countervailing trade tariff negotiations, said Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Malaysia's Successful Tariff Negotiation Seen As Strategic Step Forward -- Economists

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s successful negotiation to reduce the reciprocal tariff imposed by the United States (US) on its exports to 19 per cent from 25 per cent is seen as a strategic step forward, placing the country on equal footing with major ASEAN peers while preserving key domestic policy priorities.

FNHB 3Q Net Profit Falls To RM84.81 Mln On Weaker Earnings, Unrecognised Tax Assets

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- Fraser & Neave Holdings Bhd’s (FNHB) net profit fell to RM84.81 million in the third quarter ended June 30, 2025 (3Q 2025) from RM121.62 million in 3Q 2024.

Malaysia Upholds Finance, Procurement And Bumiputera Policies As US Eases Export Tariffs

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- The government remains firm on matters related to policies in the financial system, government procurements, and Bumiputera interests during negotiations with the United States (US) on reciprocal tariffs.

Nationwide Vendor Roadshow Unlocks New Airport Partnership Opportunities - Malaysia Airports

KOTA KINABALU, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd has launched a nationwide Connect and Collaborate Vendor Roadshow beginning this week in Kota Kinabalu to cultivate a stronger and more competitive vendor ecosystem across the country.

Appointment Of All Stakeholders In Development Of Malaysia Pavilion At Expo 2025 Osaka Via Prescribed Process -- Tengku Zafrul

 KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- The appointment and involvement of all stakeholders including consultants, contractors and service providers for the development of the Malaysia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan has gone through a prescribed evaluation and selection process, in line with the government's procurement procedures in force.

Sun Bus Tech Targets Completion Of 310 Rapid KL Buses By February 2026

JOHOR BAHRU, July 29 (Bernama) -- Johor-based bus body manufacturer, Sun Bus Tech Sdn Bhd aims to complete 310 Rapid KL buses under a local assembly (Completely Knocked Down-CKD) project with Prasarana Malaysia Bhd by February 2026.

Malaysia Should Focus On Specific Semiconductor Niche To Stand Out In ASEAN - Industry Player

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia should choose a specific sector within the semiconductor industry to focus on and strive to become a leader in that niche, setting itself apart from other ASEAN countries, said Basementality Sdn Bhd spot procurement manager Kirill Korbout.

Malaysia In Active Talks With US, Aims To Secure Tariff Below 20 Pct – Tengku Zafrul

PETALING JAYA, July 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is actively engaging in discussions with the United States (US) over the impending 25 per cent tariffs set to take effect on Aug 1, aiming to secure a tariff rate below the 20 per cent level, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Wasco Empowers SMEs On ESG Readiness Ahead Of NSRF Rollout

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- Wasco Bhd is taking early steps to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in its supply chain as Malaysia prepares for mandatory environmental, social and governance (ESG) disclosures under the National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF).