Thousands Of Jobs Probably Saved By Malaysia-US Agreement On Reciprocal Trade

By Mikhail Raj Abdullah

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 16 (Bernama) -- Thousands of jobs in Malaysia will probably be saved by the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) signed between Malaysia and the United States.

Malaysia-US Trade Deal To Boost SMEs, Create Stable Jobs -- AMCHAM

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 (Bernama) -- Securing the Malaysia-United States Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) means stable jobs and thriving industries for Malaysian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) even in uncertain times, said the American Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM).

US Tariffs Not Affecting Malaysian Oil Palm Input Costs – Johari

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 13 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities (MPC) said the tariffs imposed by the United States have not affected the input costs of oil palm plantations in Malaysia.

US Court Ruling To Determine Malaysia’s Next Move - Tengku Zafrul 

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 13 (Bernama) -- The outcome of the United States (US) Supreme Court ruling on the legality of US President Donald Trump’s tariffs will determine Malaysia’s next course of action, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. 

Hong Leong Bank Expects Ringgit To Have Enough Legs To Continue Uptrend

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- Hong Leong Bank Bhd (HLB) believes the ringgit has sufficient fundamental strength to continue its uptrend after the local note opened at 4.12 against the US dollar on Wednesday, its strongest level since Sept 30, 2024. 

Exports To CPTPP, RCEP Countries Rise Despite Uncertain Global Trade Conditions

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- Exports to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) member countries increased from January to September 2025 despite uncertain global trade conditions.

Khazanah-China Rare Earth Investment Should Be Accelerated – PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged that Khazanah Nasional Bhd (Khazanah) accelerate its investment with China in rare earth element (REE) development to capitalise on the sector’s potential and ensure balanced regional development.

Malaysia Practises Neutral, Inclusive Approach To AI Chip Access — MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia practices a neutral and inclusive approach centred on the country's strategic interests to ensure domestic industries, including data centres, can benefit from the latest technological advancements.

MATRADE’s US Offices To Boost Malaysia’s Export Presence

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation’s (MATRADE) offices in Los Angeles, Miami and New York are well-positioned to strengthen Malaysia’s engagement in the export market. 

Malaysia-US Trade Deal Does Not Contradict The Federal Constitution - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 (Bernama) -- The Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) between Malaysia and the United States contains no provisions that contradict the spirit or any articles of the Federal Constitution, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim asserted.

Pharmaceutical Market Poised For Growth Following Malaysia-US Agreement

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 3 (Bernama) -- The United States (US) pharmaceutical companies are likely to see increased sales in Malaysia following the signing of the Malaysia-US 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.