Malaysia To 'Seriously' Look Into Expanding Settling Foreign Trade Payments In Local Currencies -- Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will “seriously” explore using local currencies with trading partners to mitigate volatile foreign exchange risks, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.

UOB Malaysia Enhances Privilege Banking, Aims To Double Affluent Clientele By 2028

KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 (Bernama) -- UOB Malaysia has enhanced its Privilege Banking offering with expanded wealth advisory services, personalised client support and lifestyle benefits as it targets to double its affluent customer base by 2028.

Malaysia, Turkmenistan To Exchange Several Key Documents During PM Anwar's Official Visit  

From Sharifah Hunaini Syed Ismail

ASHGABAT (TURKMENISTAN), June 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Turkmenistan are expected to exchange several key documents especially in the field of oil and gas during the official visit by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to Turkmenistan starting today.

KHPT Bags Components Contract For New Proton Model

KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 (Bernama) -- KHPT Holdings Bhd has secured a contract from Perusahaan Otomobil Nasional Sdn Bhd (Proton) to supply automotive components for a new Proton model.

Anwar Thanks Putin For Russia's Support On Energy Cooperation, Petronas

By Nurul Hanis Izmir

KAZAN, June 18 (Bernama) – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed appreciation to Russian President Vladimir Putin for Russia’s support in strengthening energy cooperation with Malaysia, especially Petroliam Nasional  Bhd (Petronas).

Engagement Platforms Key To Strengthening Understanding Between Nations - PM Anwar

By Nurul Hanis Izmir

KAZAN, June 18 (Bernama) -- In a world that continues to face various challenges and uncertainties, platforms for engagement, such as the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit and bilateral relations between countries, are highly meaningful for strengthening mutual understanding, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Finalisation Of ASEAN-Russia Trade Roadmap A Good Start, Enabling Environment Crucial - Anwar

From Nurul Hanis Izmir

KAZAN, June 17 (Bernama) — Finalisation of the ASEAN-Russia Strategic Programme on Trade and Investment Cooperation 2026-2035 is a shot in the arm for the next leap in economic ties, but an enabling environment is key to turning them into reality, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today.

Indian Firms Invest Over US$3 Bln In Malaysia, Create 30,000 Jobs - CIIM

KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 (Bernama) -- Indian companies have invested more than US$3 billion (US$1 = RM4.06) in Malaysia and created over 30,000 direct jobs, reflecting the strong economic partnership between Malaysia and India, according to the Consortium of Indian Industries in Malaysia (CIIM).

K-Startup Grand Challenge 2026 Issues Final Call For Global Applicants

KUALA LUMPUR, June 16 (Bernama) -- K-Startup Grand Challenge 2026 (KSGC 2026) is making a final call as applications close on June 17, offering global startups the opportunity to join South Korea’s flagship government-backed acceleration programme.

Good Relations With Major Powers Do Not Compromise National Principles - PM Anwar

MUAR, June 15 (Bernama) -- Maintaining good relations with major world powers such as China and the United States has never weakened Malaysia's position in upholding its national principles on international issues, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.

CIDB Appoints Ahmad Farrin As New Chief Executive

KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 (Bernama) -- The Construction Industry Development Board Malaysia (CIDB) has appointed Ahmad Farrin Mokhtar as its new chief executive effective June 8, succeeding Zainora Zainal who retired on Jan 15.