Bumiputera Priority Policy Not Affected In ART — Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 (Bernama) -- The bumiputera priority policy is still practised and is not affected by the Malaysia-United States Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) because it is clearly included in public responsibilities, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Bumiputera Rights Protected Under ART Pact, Says Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 27 (Bernama) -- Bumiputera rights remained a firm red line throughout negotiations on the Malaysia-United States Agreement on Reciprocal Tariffs (ART), Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said.

Sovereignty, Policy Autonomy, National Interests Remain Fully Protected Under ART - MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has reiterated that Malaysia’s sovereignty, policy autonomy and national interests remain fully protected under the Malaysia-United States Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART).

US Respects Malaysia’s Sovereign Right To Pursue Economic Interests – Ambassador 

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 2 (Bernama) -- The United States respects Malaysia’s sovereign right to pursue its own foreign and economic policy, including its interest in exploring opportunities with the BRICS economic grouping, said US Ambassador to Malaysia Edgard D Kagan.

Malaysia-US Trade Agreement Defends National Interest, Sovereignty --Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, 29 Oct (Bernama) – Malaysia remains committed to a whole-of-government approach, consistently ensuring that the country's interests and sovereignty are protected when finalising the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) with the United States (US).

US-Malaysia Reciprocal Agreement To Be Signed Next Week Seen As Fair -- Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) — The Reciprocal Trade Agreement expected to be signed between Malaysia and the United States (US) in conjunction with the 47th ASEAN Summit next week is seen as fair for both parties, taking into account their respective interests, said Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Reform Must Become Part Of The ASEAN Way To Withstand Global Shocks - Tengku Zafrul

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KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 (Bernama) -- The Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz has called for structural reforms to continue nationally and on the ASEAN level, noting that the region must remain strong in the face of rising geopolitical and economic uncertainties.

Malaysia To Roll Out Exporter Outreach, Regulatory Reform, Supply Chain Mapping Post-US Tariff Deal

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 5 (Bernama) — Malaysia will roll out three key follow-up actions — an exporter outreach programme, regulatory reform and a nationwide supply chain mapping initiative — following the recent tariff renegotiation agreement with the United States (US) which reduced tariffs on Malaysian goods from 25 per cent to 19 per cent.

Malaysia Will Not Bow To External Pressure That Undermines National Policy -- Anwar

PUTRAJAYA, July 21 (Bernama) --  Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that Malaysia will not bow to pressure that could undermine national policies, including negotiations with the United States (US) related to tariffs.

Govt Always Ensures Any Deals Support Economic Reforms, Sustainable Growth Policies - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 (Bernama) -- The government’s negotiating position aims to ensure that any agreement reached supports the country’s economic reforms and sustainable growth strategies.

Malaysia To Protect National Interests, Sovereignty During US Tariff Talks - Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will continue its firm stance in crucial matters related to national interest and sovereignty in its ongoing negotiations with the United States (US) on tariffs.

Malaysia Still Optimistic On Outcome Of US Tariff Talks

KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia remains optimistic about the outcome of its tariff negotiation with the United States (US), banking on certain sectors that could be favourable to both countries, says Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Aziz.