Business, markets and economy news from Malaysia.
PM Anwar Ibrahim's condolences to Timor-Leste underscore Malaysia's commitment to ASEAN partnership and the deeper bonds of regional solidarity built on shared values and mutual respect.
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam has arrived in Malaysia for his first official state visit since taking office, emphasizing the strengthened economic and diplomatic bonds between the two neighbouring nations.
Malaysia's outgoing High Commissioner to Singapore says bilateral relations have deepened through collaborative crisis management, with trade and investment rebounding strongly post-pandemic and new opportunities emerging.
Malaysia and Cambodia are advancing a bilateral agreement on information and media cooperation, with both nations pledging to strengthen ties through joint initiatives in digital transformation and media development.
Malaysia and Indonesia are expanding strategic cooperation in the halal industry, with plans to establish joint councils and harmonise standards across the region and globally.
Malaysia's parliament will examine the implementation of the Corporate Renewable Energy Energy Supply Scheme, the country's approach to Myanmar under the Five-Point Consensus, and measures to protect data sovereignty in a 16-day sitting beginning June 22.
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman departed Malaysia today after a two-day official visit that saw both nations commit to deeper economic partnerships, including a fast-track free trade agreement and expanded cooperation across multiple sectors.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has expressed Malaysia's condolences over the death of Francisco Guterres, the former president of Timor-Leste who played a pivotal role in his nation's independence struggle.
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has arrived in Putrajaya for a two-day official visit, welcomed by Malaysian officials at the Perdana Putra Complex today.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim officiated the HAWANA 2026 Summit in Penang, where media leaders stressed the annual gathering's importance in uniting journalists and addressing evolving industry challenges including artificial intelligence and media integrity.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged ASEAN and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation to combine efforts in tackling cross-border crime and advancing energy cooperation, citing the existing 2005 framework as a foundation for deeper collaboration.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged ASEAN and Russia to deepen strategic cooperation across multiple sectors, emphasizing dialogue and diplomacy as essential for managing geopolitical tensions at the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit in Kazan.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has lauded the completion of the Asean-Russia Strategic Programme on Trade and Investment Cooperation 2026-2035, calling it a crucial catalyst for expanding regional economic ties.
Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta concluded a five-day special visit to Malaysia, emphasizing strengthened bilateral relations and inviting Malaysian investors to tap infrastructure opportunities in the newly integrated ASEAN member.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has reinforced its partnership with Transparency International, with both organisations committed to enhancing governance standards. Malaysia's Corruption Perceptions Index improved to 52 points, climbing three places globally.