KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 — The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade) has set up the “US Tariff Hotline” to assist stakeholders in obtaining accurate information on tariffs imposed by the United States.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 — Sapura Energy Bhd’s (SEB) operations and maintenance (O&M) division has been awarded multiple offshore support vessel (OSV) contracts in Malaysia and Thailand, totalling nearly RM100 million.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 — The ringgit opened nearly flat against the US dollar on Wednesday, as the US Dollar Index (DXY) edged up slightly to 100.215 points after staying below the 100-point mark in recent days.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 — Telecommunications companies have been instructed to resolve Internet access issues on a monthly, state-by-state basis, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 — Malaysia and South Korea are on track to formalise a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on infrastructure and construction cooperation by year-end, marking a significant step forward in bilateral ties in the sector.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 — U Mobile said today it will use infrastructure technology from China’s Huawei Technologies and ZTE to roll out Malaysia’s second 5G network.

PUTRAJAYA, April 15 — The development of the national ruminant industry to achieve a self-sufficiency ratio (SSR) of 25 per cent by 2030 and the implementation of the Fisheries Sector Climate Change Action Plan 2024-2030 are among initiatives raised in the Executive Committee Meeting on National Food Security Policy.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 — The visit of China's President Xi Jinping to Malaysia highlights China's commitment to strengthening ties with Asean, advancing regional cooperation, and deepening the bilateral relations between Malaysia and China.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 — The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar on Tuesday as market sentiment remained cautious amid ongoing inconsistencies in US import tariff policies, with the White House reportedly planning new levies on semiconductors and pharmaceuticals.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 — The National Geo-Economic Action Council (NGCC) will focus on strengthening the country’s response to global economic developments which encompass the tariff issue and Asean cooperation, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

KUALA SELANGOR, April 14 — Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the Health Ministry (MOH) is taking steps to safeguard Malaysia’s healthcare industry amid uncertainties surrounding potential tariff changes by the United States.

PUTRAJAYA, April 14 — The Agriculture and Food Security Ministry (MAFS) has set the ceiling price for certified padi seeds under the Certified Rice Seed incentive at wholesale level from RM54 to RM52 per 20kg pack and RM58 to RM56 at the retail level in Peninsular Malaysia, effective tomorrow.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 — The National Gas Roadmap is being finalised and will be launched this year, said Economy Minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 — Malaysia’s natural rubber (NR) production rose by 18.7 per cent to 36,005 tonnes in February 2025, up from 30,342 tonnes in January 2025, according to the Statistics Department (DOSM).

PUTRAJAYA, April 14 — Asean adopts an approach that elevates the regional economy to ensure inclusive growth for the sake of peace and prosperity in the region, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 — Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB Research) has maintained its 2025 gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast at 4.0 per cent following escalating global trade risks.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 — Foreign investors continued their net selling in Asian markets for the second consecutive week, with total outflows amounting to US$5.87 billion (RM25.8 billion), led by heavy sell-offs in South Korea and India.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 — Bursa Malaysia remained higher at midmorning on renewed buying interest seen across the board, in line with positive sentiment among regional peers.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 — Bursa Malaysia opened higher today, supported by bargain hunting and tracking Wall Street’s strong performance last Friday.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 — The ringgit extended its gains to open higher against the US dollar today, as the greenback weakened to a fresh three-year low amid escalating US-China trade tensions.