Malaysia, Vietnam To Boost Strategic Cooperation In Digital Economy, AI -- Anwar

From Niam Seet Wei

CEBU (Philippines), May 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Vietnam are committed to expanding cooperation in the digital economy and artificial intelligence (AI), as well as science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

ADB To Mobilise US30 Bln By 2030 To Support ASEAN Countries

KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) -- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) today will mobilise US$30 billion (US$1 = RM3.91) by 2030 to help ASEAN nations advance long-term development priorities and withstand external shocks.

Petrol, Diesel Supply More Stable Following Govt's Proactive Measures -- PM Anwar

From Niam Seet Wei

CEBU (The Philippines), May 8 (Bernama) -- The government has assured that the nation’s petrol and diesel supply is more stable following the government’s proactive measures, particularly under the management of Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas), said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Rubber Closes Higher On Gains In Crude Oil Prices, Supply Shortages

KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) -- The rubber market closed higher on Friday, supported by firmer benchmark crude oil prices and concerns over supply shortages due to wet weather disruptions in major producing countries, a dealer said. 

Malaysia’s Economy Remains Resilient Despite West Asia Risks, Says BNM Governor

By M. Saraswathi & Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's economy remains resilient despite mounting risks from the ongoing West Asia conflict, supported by strong domestic demand, sustained investment activity and robust exports linked to the global technology and artificial intelligence (AI) upcycle.

ASEAN Targets Intra-regional Trade To Reach 30 Pct By 2030 - Mohamad Hasan

From Linda Khoo

CEBU, May 8 (Bernama) -- ASEAN is committed to strengthening intra-regional trade, including increasing intra-member trade to at least 30 per cent by 2030.

BNM Seen Holding OPR Through 2026 Despite Rising Geopolitical Risks

KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) decision to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent today reinforced expectations that the central bank will likely hold the rate throughout 2026, although investment banks and research houses caution that prolonged geopolitical tensions and higher oil prices could still alter the inflation outlook.

Crossing Borders: Malaysian Startups Eye Bigger ASEAN Market

By Nik Nurfaqih Nik Wil

JAKARTA, May 7 (Bernama) -- For many Malaysian startups, expanding beyond domestic borders often comes with familiar challenges -- limited regional networks, unfamiliar regulations and difficulty accessing investors outside Malaysia.

Malaysia Not Selling Oil To ASEAN Members As It Still Imports 400,000 Barrels Daily -- Johari

From Niam Seet Wei

CEBU (Philippines), May 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia does not sell oil to other ASEAN member states as the country is still importing about 400,000 barrels of crude oil per day, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani.

ASEAN May Involve Private Sector In Oil Stockpiling Framework -- Johari Ghani

From Niam Seet Wei

CEBU (Philippines) May 7 (Bernama) -- ASEAN may consider bringing in the private sector to help realise the newly-mooted oil stockpiling framework aimed at strengthening the region’s long-term energy security and preparedness.

ASEAN Needs Practical Oil Stockpiling Framework -- Johari Ghani

CEBU (Phillippines), May 7 (Bernama) -- ASEAN needs to work towards a practical framework for oil stockpiling to enhance the region’s long-term energy security and preparedness, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani.

Domestic Demand Cushions Malaysia's Economy Amid Global Conflict, Says Economist

KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- Domestic demand remains a key buffer for Malaysia's economy amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, said Affin Group chief economist Alan Tan.