Global Economy: A New Era of Competition and Distrust
KUALA LUMPUR: In a rapidly changing world, the global economy has transformed into a battleground where countries are increasingly viewing each other as adversaries or proxies in a contest for influence...
Minimizing Risks and Sustaining Growth in Penang's Semiconductor Industry
Penang, known as the "Silicon Valley of the East", is home to several major US semiconductor companies, including Intel, Broadcom, and Micron, as well as recent Chinese firms. With the uncertainty...
Global Trade Tensions: Malaysia's Neutral Stance and Investment Focus
KUALA LUMPUR: It is too early to determine whether the tariffs imposed by the United States on Canada, Mexico, and China will harm or benefit Malaysia, said Minister of Investment, Trade...
Election Promise Fulfilled: Anwar Assures No Burdensome Electricity Tariff Increase
No Burden on Business Community
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reassured that any increase in electricity tariffs will not burden the business community, stating that 85 per cent of...
Economic Concerns: Lim Guan Eng Urges Malaysia to Join Forces to Oppose US Tariffs
PETALING JAYA: Former finance minister Lim Guan Eng has expressed concerns over the potential impact of US President Donald Trump's tariffs on the global economy. Speaking...
Solar Panel Manufacturers to Cease Operations in Malaysia
PETALING JAYA: Multiple China-based solar panel companies have reportedly halted or cut back on their operations in Malaysia as they brace for tariff hikes by the incoming Donald Trump administration in the...
Rethinking the Global Supply Chain: Asian Economies Need to Diversify Their Exports
Keynote Speech by Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Liew Chin Tong
Kuala Lumpur: In his keynote speech at the Common Action Forum 2024, Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry...