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GEORGE TOWN, Sept 15 (Bernama) -- The prospects for China-Malaysia cooperation and development are brighter than ever as both countries continue to strengthen bilateral ties, said Chinese Consul General in Penang, Zhou Youbin.
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By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 15 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended lower on Tuesday, weighed down by weaker regional rubber futures, a dealer said.
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From Mohd Fharkhan Abdul Ghapar
MALÉ (MALDIVES), Sept 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Maldives have agreed to initiate negotiations for a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA), a move expected to create new opportunities for businesses and further expand economic cooperation between the two countries.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- A potentially record-strength El Nino could weigh on economic growth in Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand from late 2026 into the third quarter (3Q) of 2027, with Indonesia and Thailand likely to be hit earlier than Malaysia, according to CIMB Investment Bank Bhd.
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PUTRAJAYA, Sept 15 (Bernama) -- The Northern Corridor Economic Region (NCER) is seeking more balanced and strategic allocations under Budget 2027 to spur development in less-developed areas of the northern region and support growth in sectors beyond manufacturing.
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PUTRAJAYA, Sept 15 (Bernama) -- The Northern Corridor Economic Region (NCER) is exploring opportunities in the electric vehicle (EV) and automotive sectors as part of efforts to diversify investments beyond its strong electrical and electronics (E&E) and semiconductor base.
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PUTRAJAYA, Sept 15 (Bernama) -- The Northern Corridor Economic Region (NCER) aims to realise a cumulative investment of RM470 billion by 2030, with 70 per cent of it contributed by key sectors such as electrical and electronics, automotive, high-value tourism and modern agriculture.
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KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's climate adaptation needs could range between US$852 billion and US$1.1 trillion (US$1=RM4.07) by 2050, underscoring the scale of financing required to strengthen the country's resilience to climate change, said Securities Commission Malaysia (SC).
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KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 15 (Bernama) -- Oil and gas (O&G) counters remained in focus with investment banks maintaining a positive stance on the sector.
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From Ratcharathan A/L Rawe Shanggar
KERALAM (INDIA), Sept 14 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim held discussions with business leaders from the UAE-India Business Council, UAE Chapter (UIBC-UC) to explore opportunities for cooperation in investment, logistics, employment, and various other business sectors.
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From Ratcharathan A/L Rawe Shanggar
KERALAM (INDIA), Sept 14 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) will follow up on efforts to widen access for Malaysian goods to the Indian market, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
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From M.Saraswathi and R.Ratcharathan
NEW DELHI, Sept 14 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s rendition of Kishore Kumar’s classic “Khwab Ho Tum Ya Koi Haqeeqat” may have struck a chord with Indians, going viral on social media, but his participation in the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit here was firmly focused on strengthening Malaysia’s diplomatic ties and advancing investment and economic engagements.