ASEAN, Led By Malaysia, Presents Market Diversification For EFTA - Swiss Delegation Head

KUALA LUMPUR, April 24 (Bernama) -- The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), particularly Malaysia, provides market diversification opportunities for the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) to expand its trade outreach, said Head of the Swiss Delegation, Thomas Aeschi.

AEC 2026-2030 To Provide Detailed Roadmap To Deepen ASEAN Economic Integration

GEORGE TOWN, April 23 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) 2026-2030, which will be launched alongside the ASEAN Community Vision 2045 in May during the 46th ASEAN Summit, will provide a granular roadmap to further deepen regional economic integration.

Malaysia Urged To Diversify Palm Oil Markets Amid US Tariffs -- MPOB

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must diversify its palm oil markets to reduce dependency on any single export destination for the commodity, in light of the tariff challenges posed by the United States (US).

Govt Will Safeguard National Interest In All Trade Deals -- Tengku Zafrul

JOHOR BAHRU, April 21 (Bernama) -- The government will prioritise and safeguard national interests in all its bilateral and multilateral trade agreements, Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said today.

DP World To Expand In ASEAN To Support Shift In Chinese Offshore Manufacturing

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, April 20 (Bernama) – Multinational logistics company DP World is deepening its presence in ASEAN to capitalise on Southeast Asia’s emergence as a key offshore manufacturing base for Chinese companies.

ASEAN Should Accelerate Economic Integration Efforts - Lawrence Wong

SINGAPORE, April 16 (Bernama) -- Singapore has called for accelerated economic integration within ASEAN, urging the bloc to aim for 100 per cent tariff elimination across the region, boost intra-ASEAN trade, and further reduce non-tariff barriers to enable smoother business operations across the region.

Strengthening US Ties, Hybrid Trade Vital For Malaysia’s Economy

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia should strengthen its diplomatic ties with key partners such as the United States (US), particularly in business, investment, and security, to ensure sustainable economic growth and maintain fair and balanced trade.

Penang Sets Up Tariff Monitoring Task Force, Seeks Federal Govt Cooperation

GEORGE TOWN, April 11 (Bernama) -- The Penang state government will establish a tariff monitoring task force as part of its strategic response to the United States’ (US) recent tariff announcement.

Trump’s Tariff: A Test Of Malaysia’s Trade Resilience

By Dr Paul Anthony Maria Das

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- United States (US) President Donald Trump’s sweeping decision to impose a 24 per cent blanket tariff on Malaysian imports is more than just a protectionist measure.

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.

MADANI Govt Taking Firm Steps To Address Impact Of US Tariffs -- Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- The MADANI government is putting in place strong measures to mitigate the United States (US) tariffs’ impact on Malaysia, according to Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Strengthen ASEAN Centrality To Withstand US Tariff Shock – Don

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 (Bernama) -- As the United States, under President Donald Trump, moves to reshape the global trading system to its advantage, Malaysia's role as ASEAN chair in 2025 will be critical in charting the bloc’s next stage of economic growth.