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Petronas Marks 30 Years In Turkmenistan, Signs New Agreements To Advance Strategic Growth 

From Sharifah Hunaini Syed Ismail

ASHGABAT, June 19 (Bernama) -- Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas), through its wholly owned subsidiary Petronas Carigali (Turkmenistan) Sdn Bhd (PC(T)SB), commemorated 30 years of operations in Turkmenistan today, through the signing of a series of agreements that reinforce its long-standing partnership with the country.

Acquisition of One of World's Largest Gas Fields An Extraordinary Achievement For Petronas - PM Anwar

From Sharifah Hunaini Syed Ismail

ASHGABAT (TURKMENISTAN) June 19 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has described Petroliam Nasional Bhd’s (Petronas) success in securing one of the world's largest gas fields, following an agreement signed with the government of Turkmenistan, as an extraordinary achievement that positions the national oil and gas company among industry leaders.

Businesses Should Identify Pain Points Amid Rising Uncertainty - Economist

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysian businesses should identify their operational pain points before making strategic decisions as the business landscape becomes increasingly uncertain, said AmBank Group chief economist Firdaos Rosli.

RHB Investment Sees Strong Malaysia Export Outlook In 2026 On E&E Demand

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- RHB Investment Bank Bhd remains positive on Malaysia's export prospects for 2026, citing resilient external demand and sustained momentum in the electrical and electronics (E&E) sector, driven by the technology upcycle and artificial intelligence (AI)-related investments.

Malaysia Leads Sea Semiconductor Industry, Draws Global Partnerships -- Trade Minister

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has the strongest semiconductor ecosystem in Southeast Asia, making it the top destination for collaboration among major technology players from Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, China and the United States.

Malaysia's Competitiveness Ranking Surge Signals Stronger Economic Fundamentals - Economists

By Rosemarie Khoo

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's improved standing in the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) 2026 World Competitiveness Ranking reflects the country’s strengthening economic fundamentals.

Malaysia Has To Be Bold In Strengthening Economic Relations With Russia -- Anwar

From Nurul Hanis Izmir

KAZAN, June 18 (Bernama) — Malaysia needs to be more bold and aggressive in strengthening economic relations with Russia and other countries that have the potential to benefit the nation, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said.

Russia Guarantees Long-term Petroleum, Oil And Gas Supplies To Malaysia -- PM Anwar

From Nurul Hanis Izmir

KAZAN, June 18 (Bernama) -- Russia has agreed to guarantee long-term supplies of petrol, oil and gas to Malaysia, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

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.

Countries Seeking To Develop AI Capabilities Need To Navigate Trusted Partner Networks, Says Expert

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

TASHKENT, June 18 (Bernama) -- Countries seeking to develop artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities will need to navigate new alliances, controls and trusted partner networks as the technology increasingly becomes a geopolitical issue, said an expert today.

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.

Malaysia Jumps Eight Spots To 15th In 2026 IMD World Competitiveness Ranking

KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has jumped eight spots in the 2026 International Institute for Management Development (IMD) World Competitiveness Ranking, rising to the 15th spot among 70 economies, marking its best ranking in recent years.