ASEAN leaders share unexpected in-flight diplomacy ahead of Laos Summit
The lack of direct flights from many ASEAN capitals led to an impromptu gathering of regional heavyweights on the same plane to Vientiane.
Mon Oct 07 2024
MITI launches Circular Economy Policy Framework to promote sustainable manufacturing growth
The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has launched the Circular Economy Policy Framework with the aim of reformulating fossil-fuel-based industrial models
Thu Sep 26 2024
Malaysia, like other ASEAN countries, will continue to be neutral, attract investments to region
Tengku Zafrul said Malaysia will continue to strengthen its neutral stance so that more investment and trade will flow to ASEAN.
Fri Sep 20 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 ready to resume FTA negotations with EU - Tengku Zafrul
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul said the govt will ensure that the negotiations will provide a 'win-win situation' for the EU and Malaysia.
Thu Sep 05 2024
Budget 2025: MITI, MOHE to present proposals on talent development to MOF
Tengku Zafrul said both ministries are sharing ideas and collaborating to ensure the nation has a robust AI-ready workforce.
Tue Aug 27 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 needs to continue as 'neutral' country to become primary investment destination - Tengku Zafrul
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said Malaysia's economy is open and has established cooperative relations with all countries.
Wed Aug 14 2024
Malaysia, Palestine to ink trade MoU, set up Joint Business Council - Tengku Zafrul
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said under the MoU, trade between the two countries will increase.
Mon Aug 12 2024
Malaysia poised to withstand US recession - Tengku Zafrul
Despite rising unemployment in the US, Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz highlights several positive domestic economic indicators.
Mon Aug 12 2024
Economic reforms, positive growth indicators drive foreign buying of Malaysian stocks - Tengku Zafrul
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said it reflects investors medium- and long-term confidence in the country.
Thu Jul 25 2024
Blackrock investments in Malaysia reach RM27.5 bln, withdrawal will have negative implications
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said BlackRock holds equity investments in 100 public-listed companies in Malaysia as of May this year.
Thu Jun 27 2024
Google investment is a testament to Malaysia's current competitiveness - Tengku Zafrul
Google's latest investment also highlights Malaysia's ease of doing business and growing importance as a regional hub for digital innovation.
Wed Jun 26 2024
Malaysia records RM83.7 bln approved investments in 1Q 2024
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said approved investments of reflect on how Malaysia has earned investors' trust.
Fri Jun 21 2024
Ringgit weakness significantly impacts Malaysia's IMD competitiveness ranking - Tengku Zafrul
Drop in rank from 27th to 34th in 2024 due to using outdated 2023 data to assess national competitiveness, ministry study finds.
Fri Jun 21 2024
Former special forces commander Prabowo to take up Indonesian presidency
Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto will take over as president of the world's third-largest democracy after sweeping the country's election with policies like free meals for school children
Sat Oct 19 2024
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
Trump says he would impose tariffs on China if China went into Taiwan
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said he would impose additional tariffs on China if China were to "go into Taiwan,"
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