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Business : Proposed Carbon Tax Not Hindrance For Investors - PM Anwar
Bernama
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July 4, 2025
From Arul Rajoo Durar Raj PARIS, July 4 (Bernama) -- As the proposed carbon tax is being finalised, the government today gave an assurance that its implementation will not create a problem for investors. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim...
The “Mystic Mountains and Rivers · Pursuing Dreams in Guizhou” Online Communication Special Event Makes Its Way to Malaysia
Champa Meuanglao
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July 4, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 July 2025 – On July 4th, the “Mystic Mountains and Rivers · Pursuing Dreams in Guizhou” Online Communication Special Event was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The event was organized by the...
US plans AI chip curbs on Malaysia, Thailand over China concerns
Bangkok Post
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July 4, 2025
PUBLISHED : 4 Jul 2025 at 22:30 US President Donald Trump’s administration plans to restrict shipments of AI chips from the likes of Nvidia Corp to Malaysia and Thailand, part of an effort to crack down on suspected semiconductor smuggling into...
Nepal News Evening Economic Brief – July 4, 2025
Nepal News
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July 4, 2025
KATHMANDU: Welcome to Nepal News’ Evening Economic Brief—your go-to source on key financial updates in Nepal. Stay informed with concise insights on market trends, economic indicators, and policy shifts. Here are today’s top economic news...
Why the U.S.-Vietnam ‘Transshipment’ Clause Complicates Trade Tensions with China
TIME Magazine
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July 4, 2025
A U.S. and Vietnam trade deal has been reached that means Vietnam will avoid the most severe tariff rates—set to go back up next week—but there’s a catch that could anger Vietnam’s largest trading partner, China. The deal, announced Wednesday,...
Bintulu Company Executive Loses RM600,000 To Non-Existent Currency Investment Scam
Bernama
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July 5, 2025
BINTULU, July 4 (Bernama) -- A company executive lost RM600,000 after falling victim to a fake online currency investment scam that did not exist. Sarawak Police Commissioner Datuk Mancha Ata said the male victim, in his 60s, was attracted to an...
Malaysian authorities dismantle Islamic State-linked funding network
Xinhua News Agency
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KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Xinhua) -- Malaysian authorities have dismantled an Islamic State-linked funding network operating in the country, which mainly relied on Bangladeshi nationals working in Malaysia, Inspector-General of Police Mohd Khalid...
Malaysia to retain digital infrastructure lead in Southeast Asia: BMI
Xinhua News Agency
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KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Xinhua) -- BMI Country Risk and Industry Research expects Malaysia to maintain its lead as a hub for digital infrastructure investment in Southeast Asia, with the state of Johor remaining a prominent destination for data...
Malaysia Police: Arrested Bangladeshis were collecting funds for ISI activities in Bangladesh and Syria
United News of Bangladesh
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The Bangladeshi Radical Militant Group (GMRB), recently dismantled by the Malaysian police, is believed to have been raising funds and recruiting members for the Islamic State (IS) in Syria and Bangladesh, said the Malaysian government on Friday....
Business : Sarawak Records Total Trade Of RM198.7 Bln, RM71.1 Bln Surplus In 2024
Bernama
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July 4, 2025
KUCHING, July 4 (Bernama) -- Sarawak recorded a total trade of RM198.7 billion and a trade surplus of RM71.1 billion in 2024, despite facing external uncertainties such as global market fluctuations and geopolitical tensions, according to the...
Malaysia palm oil stocks likely fall for first time in 4 months in June
Hellenic Shipping News
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July 4, 2025
Malaysia’s palm oil inventories likely dropped for the first time in four months in June as production fell unexpectedly while export demand remained robust for the tropical oil, a Reuters survey showed on Thursday. Palm oil stocks are expected to...
World : Malaysia: Ceasefire Must Not Be Tactical Manoeuvre, Urges Permanent End To Gaza Genocide
Bernama
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July 4, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has stressed that any pause in the ongoing conflict in Gaza “must not be misused as a tactical manoeuvre”, and that “unimpeded humanitarian access is urgently needed to avert mass starvation”, according a...
ASYAD GROUP SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETES COMPLEX AIR CARGO OPERATION TO MAJOR ASIAN ECONOMIC HUB
The Tribune (Chandigarh)
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July 4, 2025
MUSCAT, Oman, July 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Asyad Group, Oman's global integrated logistics provider, has successfully executed a high-priority air cargo operation involving over 200 metric tons of electronic equipment destined for one of India's...
Tourism Malaysia promotes VMY2026 through film “Worth The Wait”
The Sun Daily
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July 4, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Tourism Malaysia is intensifying efforts to position the country as a premier travel destination by leveraging international films, with the latest collaboration being the romantic drama “Worth The Wait”. The initiative is part of...
US plans AI chip curbs on Malaysia, Thailand over China concerns: sources
The Business Times Singapore
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July 4, 2025
[WASHINGTON] US President Donald Trump’s administration plans to restrict shipments of AI chips from the likes of Nvidia to Malaysia and Thailand, part of an effort to crack down on suspected semiconductor smuggling into China. A draft rule from...
Malaysia Appreciates France's Support For Energy Transition Mission
Bernama
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July 4, 2025
From Arul Rajoo Durar Raj PARIS, July 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia appreciates France's support for the country's energy transition and economic transformation mission. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said it was achieved through the active...
Business : Sabah’s Aerial Tech Showcases Full-Scope Drone Capabilities At SOGCE 2025
Bernama
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July 4, 2025
By Jailani Hasan KOTA KINABALU, July 4 (Bernama) -- Sabah’s own Aerial Tech and Defense System Sdn Bhd is making waves at the Sabah Oil, Gas and Services Exhibition (SOGSE) 2025 by showcasing its comprehensive unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV)...
US moves to limit Nvidia AI chip exports over China concerns
Yahoo Finance
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(Bloomberg) — President Donald Trump’s administration plans to restrict shipments of AI chips from the likes of Nvidia Corp. (NVDA) to Malaysia and Thailand, part of an effort to crack down on suspected semiconductor smuggling into China. Most...
US trade pact in progress as negotiators return, deal not contingent on date: Official
The Indian Express
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July 4, 2025
The India–US interim trade deal remains elusive with less than a week to go before the July 9 reciprocal tariff pause is set to expire, even as Indian negotiators returned on Friday, a government official said, adding that the negotiations are not...
Malaysian-owned Zchwantech Titan showcases national DI platform to Timor-Leste government
The Sun Daily
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July 4, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian-owned technology firm, Zchwantech Titan Lda, has successfully conducted a high-level technology showcase for the Government of Timor-Leste, presenting its flagship National Digital Identity platform as part of the country’s...