Breaking Down Malaysia’s 2026 Budget

Malaysia’s 2026 budget contains few surprises, and that is a good thing. Generally speaking, people want consistency in their country’s fiscal plans, rather than a wild and unpredictable ride. The nature of next year’s budget reflects Malaysia’s...

Malaysia-US Trade Deal: US tech giants exempted from digital taxes and USP fund contribution, but what about local players?

Last weekend, Malaysia and the United States (US) have signed a trade agreement which covers several aspects in the digital and technology space. Among the key provisions is Malaysia’s agreement not to impose a digital service tax on US tech...

China, ASEAN Seal Upgraded Free Trade Pact Amid US Tariff Strain

Home Asean News China, ASEAN Seal Upgraded Free Trade Pact Amid US Tariff Strain The 11-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations is China's largest trading partner, with bilateral trade totalling $771 billion last year, according to ASEAN...

Thai Minister: US Tariff Remains at 19%, No Trade Deal Signed

Reports suggesting the United States has cut its import tariff on certain Thai goods to zero percent are inaccurate, the Thai government has confirmed. Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun stated on her return from the ASEAN Summit in Kuala...

Malaysia assumes Asean-PAC chair, MACC to lead regional governance and anti-corruption reforms, says Azam Baki

SUBANG JAYA, Oct 28 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) will step up engagement with the private sector and regional experts to strengthen governance frameworks and address negative perceptions of corruption in Malaysia and across...

Malaysia, New Zealand Aim To Finalise MNZFTA Review By Year-end - Anwar

By Muhammad Faiz Baharin KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and New Zealand are looking to conclude the review of the Malaysia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (MNZFTA) by the end of this year. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said...

Business : RM12.79 Bln Investments At Osaka Expo Signal Japanese Confidence In Malaysia’s Green, Semicon Sectors -- MIDA

By Niam Seet Wei OSAKA, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Investment Development Authority’s (MIDA) success in attracting RM12.79 billion in potential investments from Japanese companies at Expo 2025 Osaka signals a strong vote of confidence in...

Malaysia’s Farm Fresh Invests in Cambodia to Boost Local Milk Production and Cut Imports

The photo shows representatives of Malaysia’s leading dairy company, Farm Fresh Berhad, and Cambodia’s Alpha Group at a signing ceremony in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on October 26. Photo: Sun Chanthol/Facebook PHNOM PENH – Cambodia is poised to...

Vietnamese PM meets with Australian counterpart, Russian Deputy PM in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur (VNA) – Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met bilaterally with his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese and Russian Deputy PM Alexey Overchuk on the sidelines of the 47th ASEAN Summit and related meetings in Kuala Lumpur,...

PM joins regional leaders at 20th East Asia Summit in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur (VNA) – Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh joined leaders from ASEAN members and partner countries, including China, the US, Russia, India, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Australia, and New Zealand, at the 20th East Asia Summit (EAS) held...

South Korea’s Leading Hair Loss Treatment Company, AESMED Co., Ltd., to Participate in Cosmoprof Asia Hong Kong 2025

AESMED to Focus on Promoting the 1111 Hair Care Day Campaign SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AESMED Co., Ltd., a leading hair loss treatment company in South Korea, announced its participation in Cosmoprof Asia Hong Kong 2025,...

Anwar to depart Thursday for Apec Economic Leaders’ meeting in South Korea

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will depart for South Korea on Thursday to attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) Economic Leaders’ Meeting. “I will leave on Thursday after the Prime Minister’s Question...

Kopi Kenangan Brews Global Expansion Plan After Tasting Success in Malaysia

Kopi Kenangan, an Indonesian coffee chain, is broadening its presence in Asia, subsequent to achieving profitability in Malaysia, three years after its market launch. Edward Tirtanata, the co-founder and CEO of the company, anticipates closing the...

Malaysia calls for stronger regional integrity under Asean-PAC to combat corruption, says Azalina

SUBANG JAYA, Oct 28 — Asean member states should strengthen regional integrity through shared accountability and closer public-private cooperation in the fight against corruption, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and...

Malaysian PM Anwar turns country into stage for dealmaking with Trump’s help

KUALA LUMPUR – From the moment US President Donald Trump stepped off the plane in Kuala Lumpur on Oct 26, it was clear that he and Malaysian prime minister Anwar Ibrahim shared a rapport. The two smiled and shook hands on the tarmac before the...

General : ASEAN 2025: Malaysia Sets New Benchmark In Managing Regional And Economic Issues

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- Malaysia, as ASEAN Chair for 2025, has set a new benchmark in managing regional affairs and enhancing the region’s economic appeal, thereby bolstering international investor confidence in the country. Prime...

Ringgit ends higher on upbeat sentiment as Malaysia wraps Asean Summit

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 — The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar on Tuesday, lifted by positive market sentiment as Malaysia concluded the Asean Summit on a strong note amid optimism over recent trade collaborations with the United States....

ASEAN 2025: Malaysia Sets New Benchmark In Managing Regional And Economic Issues

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- Malaysia, as ASEAN Chair for 2025, has set a new benchmark in managing regional affairs and enhancing the region’s economic appeal, thereby bolstering international investor confidence in the country. Prime...

Foreign Minister meets with Cambodian, Thai, Philippine, Japanese counterparts in Kuala Lumpur

KUALA LUMPUR — Minister of Foreign Affairs Lê Hoài Trung held separate meetings with his Cambodian, Thai, Philippine and Japanese counterparts in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Monday on the sidelines of the 47th ASEAN Summit and related summits. In...

Anwar denies claims of sovereignty loss in US trade deal

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has rejected claims that Malaysia had surrendered its sovereignty following the signing of the new reciprocal trade agreement with the United States. Anwar said the signing of economic...