China pledges to expand market access at annual trade fair amid foreign criticism
Li Qiang said China will "actively promote" its application to join the Comprehensive Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership.
Mon Nov 06 2023
UK Concludes Talks To Join CPTPP, Malaysia-UK Ties To Be Closer Than Before - British High Comm To Malaysia Charles Hay
Malaysian market access to the UK will also see an upside, as the UK market is the fifth largest country in the world by GDP and is home to over 67 million consumers.
Fri Mar 31 2023
Malaysia ratifies the CPTPP
Malaysia has ratified the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).
Wed Oct 05 2022
Azmin: CPTPP cost-benefit analysis to be presented to Cabinet soon
The CBA for the ratification of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) has been completed in February 2022 and would be presented to the Cabinet soon.
Mon Mar 07 2022
CPTPP will not affect Bumiputera rights, interests - Azmin
Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali has reassured the people that the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) will not affect the rights and interests of Bumiputeras.
Sun Nov 28 2021
US seeks new robust economic framework with Indo-Pacific allies
While the US has no plans to join the pact, U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said the new framework aims to be more inclusive than CPTPP.
Thu Nov 18 2021
CPTPP will not affect Bumiputera privileges - Mohamed Azmin
The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) will not affect Bumiputera privileges, Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali said.
Mon Nov 15 2021
MITI: CBA for CPTPP will be finalised by year-end
The cost-benefit analysis (CBA) for the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) will be finalised by the end of the year.
Tue Nov 09 2021
Govt urged to reconsider Malaysia's participation in CPTPP - Anwar
The government has been urged to review Malaysia's participation in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) to safeguard the interests of various quarters.
Mon Nov 01 2021
UK set to formally apply for trans-Pacific trade bloc membership
Britain will not publish an assessment of the economic benefits of CPTPP membership before requesting to join it - contrary to earlier promises.
Sun Jan 31 2021
Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership good that the govt is cautious
Ratification must be dependent on the CPTPP being about 'fair' trade and, therefore, not just about 'free' trade.
Tue Nov 17 2020
Malaysia sets preconditions for TPPA - Azmin
Azmin said while Malaysia was always open to free-trade agreements, what was needed to be given more attention now was a "free and fair-trade agreement".
Tue Nov 10 2020
New TPP-like deal to be signed by Malaysia in March 2018
The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) is slated to be signed on March 8, 2018 in Chile
Wed Jan 24 2018
Zulhasnan takes changed US scenario in his stride
His job became more challenging following the change in leadership in the super power with business magnate Donald Trump elected as its 45th president, succeeding Barack Obama.
Sun Sep 10 2017
Malaysia keeps its options open on TPP
International Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed said the changes were not just to comply with the TPPA, but were also due to domestic review that had been ongoing.
Sun May 21 2017
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024