Business, markets and economy news from Malaysia.
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong hosted Deputy Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Nazrin Shah for talks on strengthening bilateral relations and ASEAN cooperation, highlighting the enduring ties between the two neighbours.
Singapore and Malaysia have committed to strengthening ties across food security, energy, and geopolitical concerns during President Tharman Shanmugaratnam's inaugural state visit, with both nations emphasizing adherence to international maritime law.
Japan's Ambassador to Malaysia has signalled Tokyo's commitment to strengthening defence and security cooperation with Kuala Lumpur, building on recent high-level talks between Prime Ministers and the countries' 2023 Comprehensive Strategic Partnership elevation.
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Telekom Malaysia has committed RM500,000 to Tabung Kasih@HAWANA, a welfare fund for media practitioners. The contribution addresses challenges facing Malaysia's media industry as advertising spend has halved in recent years.
ASEAN police forces are strengthening cross-border cooperation and launching specialized training to combat online scam syndicates that are relocating operations across Southeast Asia, as criminal networks adapt to mounting law enforcement pressure.