
Trump and TSMC announce $100 billion plan to build five new US factories
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co, is the world's largest contract chipmaker and a leading supplier to major US hardware manufacturers.
Tue Mar 04 2025

Trump team seeks to toughen chip controls over China, Bloomberg News reports
Some Trump officials also aim to further restrict the quantity and types of Nvidia chips that can be exported to China without a license.
Tue Feb 25 2025

Malaysia committed to export controls, denies AI chip smuggling claims to China
Malaysia does not want any party to exploit its position as a semiconductor and regional logistics hub for illegal activities.
Fri Feb 07 2025

How China could retaliate against new US chip curbs
Washington's new curbs on China's semiconductor industry are fanning fears that Beijing could strike back.
Wed Dec 04 2024

Malaysia urges Chinese firms to avoid using it to dodge U.S. tariffs
Washington is expected to further curb exports to Chinese semiconductor toolmakers and sales of certain chipmaking equipment, including products manufactured in Malaysia.
Mon Dec 02 2024

PM’s Brazil visit secures RM6.8 bil in export potential
Key export opportunities include oil and gas services, semiconductors, palm oil, aerospace components, and food and beverages.
Tue Nov 19 2024
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[OPINION] Strategic positioning in the semiconductor value chain: Malaysia as a neutral haven in the chip war
This article explores how Malaysia can capitalise on this unique opportunity to become a central player in the semiconductor value chain.
Fri Nov 15 2024

China, queried on Trump comments, says Taiwan could become 'discarded'
Donald Trump says Taiwan should pay to be protected and accusing the island of stealing American semiconductor business.
Wed Oct 30 2024

PM calls for top-level standards in logistics infrastructure and workforce
PM says this focus aligns with the government's current priorities on industrialisation, digitisation, energy transition and semiconductors.
Mon Oct 28 2024

No major change expected in chip industry post-US elections - Tengku Zafrul
We have built a strong ecosystem around the semiconductor industry, which has been a major part of our exports, said Tengku Zafrul.
Fri Sep 13 2024

Malaysia expects greater trade growth with India following PM's official visit to India
Tengku Zafrul said the cooperation covers investment, trade, manufacturing, semiconductors, the digital economy, and food security.
Thu Aug 22 2024

Malaysia aims to woo RM500 bln investments in phase 1 of NSS - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said NSS is structured in three phases to foster collaboration with companies across ASEAN, Asia and global stage.
Tue May 28 2024

PM to announce key strategies to uplift Msia’s semiconductor sector - Tengku Zafrul
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will make the announcement this afternoon at SEMICON Southeast Asia 2024.
Tue May 28 2024

Vibrant semiconductor industry fortifies Malaysia's role as reliable regional partner - PM
PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim highlights Malaysia's appeal amidst escalating tensions and trade restrictions in microchips.
Thu May 23 2024

Taiwan's land squeeze pits advanced chips against ancestral temples
40 residents protest plans of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing to take their rural land for cutting-edge chip production.
Wed Nov 08 2023

Trump pauses all US military aid to Ukraine after clash with Zelenskiy
Military experts say it could take time for the impact of missing US aid to be felt on the battlefield.
Tue Mar 04 2025

Arab summit to focus on Egypt's alternative to Trump's 'Gaza Riviera'
The big unanswered question in Gaza negotiations is who will govern the enclave after 15 months of Israel's war with Hamas.
Tue Mar 04 2025

I was not Najib's proxy - Ex-1MDB chairman
Che Lodin says he had known Najib for nearly 50 years, their relationship remained strictly professional.
Tue Mar 04 2025

Trade wars erupt as Trump hits Canada, Mexico, China with steep tariffs
China retaliates with tariffs on US goods, while Canada and Mexico announces countermeasures targeting key American industries.
Tue Mar 04 2025
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[COLUMNIST] Closing the gaps: Comprehensive P/CVE toolbox
The seeds of radicalisation can sprout anywherein classrooms, on social media, or within communities.
Tue Mar 04 2025

Thousands of wild horses shot dead from helicopters in Australia
This is part of a controversial plan to cull them to protect the environment.
Tue Mar 04 2025

Trump locks in Canada, Mexico tariffs to launch on Tuesday; stocks tumble
Trump says there was "no room left" for a deal that would avert the tariffs by curbing fentanyl flows into the United States.
Tue Mar 04 2025

Trump and TSMC announce $100 billion plan to build five new US factories
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co, is the world's largest contract chipmaker and a leading supplier to major US hardware manufacturers.
Tue Mar 04 2025

Gig economy platforms welcome refinements to Malaysia’s Gig Workers Bill
As the definition of work evolves, the gig economy becomes increasingly vital to a thriving digital nation.
Tue Mar 04 2025

EPF: Govt does not intend to compel Muslims to contribute to syariah savings - PM
The series of incentives and explanations by EPF aim to increase the number of contributors to Syariah savings, says PM Anwar.
Tue Mar 04 2025