Malaysia, South Korea Reaffirm Commitment To Strengthen Ties On 65th Anniversary Of Diplomatic Relations

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and South Korea have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen bilateral relations in conjunction with the 65th anniversary of diplomatic ties this year, building on the strategic partnership formalised...

US Asean trade breakthrough in Kuala Lumpur heralds a strong US China relationship at Apec— Phar Kim Beng and Luthfy Hamzah

OCTOBER 27 — In what is rapidly emerging as a defining moment for the Indo-Pacific economic order, the bilateral breakthrough between Malaysia and the United States is not only a trade deal — it is a strategic template. As Malaysia and the US set...

New Wanita MyWira Accelerator aims to equip more than 100,000 women in Malaysia with future-ready skills and opportunities

Supported by an RM15mn co-investment model, the first phase brings together 1,000 companies committed to adopting flexible work practices, offering returnship opportunities for women who have taken career breaks, and hiring trained women...

Trump, Xi set to finalize new trade deal as US-China talks ease tariff tensions

Daijiworld Media Network – Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur, Oct 27: Top trade negotiators from the United States and China have reached a preliminary understanding on several key issues, paving the way for President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi...

US-China trade deal closing in ahead of high-stakes meeting between Trump and Xi

By&nbspEvelyn Ann-Marie Dom&nbspwith&nbspAP Published on 26/10/2025 - 19:29 GMT+1 •Updated 27/10/2025 - 7:52 GMT+1 The United States and China agreed on an preliminary framework for a trade deal, officials from both sides said on Sunday. The...

Global IME Bank Limited: Redefining Excellence in Nepali Banking

"Excellence is never an accident. It is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, and intelligent execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice, not chance, determines your destiny," said Aristotle, the ancient...

United States Forges Ahead with Southeast Asia Trade Pacts Amid Historic Border Peace Milestone

KUALA LUMPUR – In a landmark diplomatic triumph on the sidelines of the 47th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit, the United States signed reciprocal trade agreements with Malaysia and Cambodia, alongside a critical minerals...

World Associated Press Malaysia's Anwar calls for dialogue over coercion at East Asia summit

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Monday urged Asia-Pacific leaders to choose dialogue over coercion and cooperation over confrontation, as he opened the East Asia summit at a time of sharpening rivalry...

World News | ASEAN 2025: Jaishankar Meets Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan, Discusses Bilateral Cooperation

Kuala Lumpur [Malaysia], October 27 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday held a warm meeting with his Malaysian counterpart, Mohamad Haji Hasan, and discussed ongoing bilateral cooperation and regional developments. Jaishankar's...

Trump departs ASEAN with lingering questions for Southeast Asia’s trade

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – United States President Donald Trump has come and gone from a meeting of Southeast Asia’s leaders, but many questions remain about how the region will fare under his ever-shifting trade policies. Trump flew into Malaysia...

Business : ASEAN Business Entity Has Potential To Create More Regional Multinational Companies - Liew

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 (Bernama) -- The introduction of ASEAN Business Entity (ABE) status has the potential to create more ASEAN multinational companies (MNCs) that can enhance market opportunities in the region, said Deputy Minister of Investment,...

Advancing Power Grid Among Malaysia’s Top Priorities As ASEAN Chair - Fadillah

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 (Bernama) -- Advancing the ASEAN Power Grid is among Malaysia’s key priorities during its ASEAN Chairmanship, a strategic initiative aimed at deepening regional power market integration, enhancing collective energy security,...

Trump in Japan as hopes grow for China trade deal

KUALA LUMPUR – US President Donald Trump arrived in Japan on Oct 27, the next leg of an Asia tour that could see the US President and China’s Xi Jinping end their bruising trade war. Speaking on Air Force One, Mr Trump said he was hopeful of a...

‘Fast & Furious: Presidential Drift?’ Trump’s motorcade video has the internet falling for Malaysia’s MEX Highway

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 — United States President Donald Trump has already departed Malaysia for his next destination, but a video of his motorcade travelling along the Maju Expressway (MEX) has captured global attention and admiration. The 13-second...

Trump Heads to Japan After Trade and Peace Deals in Malaysia

The U.S. president left Kuala Lumpur after signing trade agreements and mediating a peace accord between Thailand and Cambodia during the ASEAN summit. U.S. President Donald Trump waves before boarding Air Force One in Kuala Lumpur, departing for...

Lula is optimistic there will be a U.S.-Brazil trade deal after meeting with Trump in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Brazil’s leader Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva expressed confidence on Monday that his country and the United States will reach a trade deal. U.S. President Donald Trump also signaled that a deal is likely. The statements came...

Dognapping claims in Malaysia spark fear and anger on social media

KUALA LUMPUR - Dog owners have been cautioned to keep an eye on their pets and to call the police if they spot a group of people claiming to be from a company appointed as dogcatchers by Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL). Social media users have left...

Europe open: Shares surge to record on China-US trade deal hopes

The pan-regional Stoxx 600 index was up 0.03% in early deals, reaching 577.26, before settling back to 575.90 at 0831 GMT. US officials expect Beijing to postpone export controls on rare earths, following trade talks in Malaysia over the weekend....

Brazilian President Lula says Trump 'guaranteed' trade deal with U.S

KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) -Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Monday that U.S. President Donald Trump had "guaranteed" that the two countries would reach a deal on trade during a recent meeting between the two leaders. Lula said at...

Canada PM Carney says talks begin for new trade deal with Philippines

KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) -Canada has begun talks on a new free trade deal with the Philippines, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Monday in Kuala Lumpur, where he is attending the ASEAN summit. Carney told reporters that he and ASEAN...