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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...
Amid global trade uncertainty, the PM has shifted his language on the US alliance
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
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July 4, 2025
The European Union's leadership has been meeting, at length, with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Brussels this week, talking about trade and issues like Ukraine, ahead of an EU-China summit later this month. At the same time, the EU's members...
How ISIS radicalised Bangladeshi expat labourers in Malaysia to recruit terrorists, fund group in Syria
The Week
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Malaysian security forces have cracked down on an Islamic State module comprising Bangladeshi nationals working in the Southeast Asian nation, said officials. The Islamic State module recruited members from the Bangladeshi expatriate community...
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)...
AirAsia-Airbus Aircraft Deal Supports Malaysia's Aspiration To Be Asia's Leading Aviation Hub
Bernama
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July 5, 2025
From Arul Rajoo Durar Raj PARIS, July 4 (Bernama) -- The signing of an agreement between AirAsia and Airbus for the purchase of A321XLR aircraft will further strengthen the airline's operational capabilities for short- and medium-haul routes, said...
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...
More Airlines Banning Power Banks In Overhead Compartments
FTN News
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July 4, 2025
Japan’s transport ministry, working with industry groups such as The Scheduled Airlines Association of Japan, will prohibit passengers from storing power banks in overhead compartments from 8 July. Passengers on 23 Japan-based airlines that...
Business : RHB IB Expects BNM To Maintain OPR At 3.0 Pct
Bernama
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July 4, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is expected to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 3.0 per cent at its Monetary Policy Committee meeting on July 9, with the balance of risks tilted towards one cut, said RHB...
Malaysia praised for Asean’s ‘inclusive’ push, but challenges loom
Free Malaysia Today
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July 4, 2025
Timor-Leste’s expected entry into Asean as a full-fledged member will be one of several key milestones achieved during Malaysia’s chairmanship, an analyst told FMT. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA: With Malaysia at the midpoint of its Asean...
Singapore penalizes 9 financial institutions over 2023 money laundering case
The Manila Times
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July 4, 2025
SINGAPORE ― Singapore’s central bank has imposed penalties on nine financial institutions, including Citibank, Julius Baer and UBS, on Friday totaling SG$27.45 million ($21.5 million) in relation to the country’s biggest-ever money laundering case...
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...
Trade wars: Kuala Lumpur says no to United States' waste
Asia News
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July 3, 2025
On 1 July, a ban came into force on countries that are not signatories to the Basel Convention, the international treaty against the transport of hazardous waste, including plastic. In 2024, 35,000 tonnes of rubbish arrived in Malaysia from the...
Business : World Branding Awards: Animalis Edition Celebrates Global Pet Industry Leaders
Bernama
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July 4, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) -- The fifth Animalis Edition of the World Branding Awards honoured outstanding pet and animal brands from across the globe, with winners recognised in National, Regional, and Global tiers for excellence in branding....
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...
Business : Matrade Leads Delegation At Korean Fair To Boost Trade Ties
Bernama
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July 4, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) will lead Malaysia’s participation at the Korea Import Fair (KIF) 2025 from July 7-9 at COEX Convention Centre, Seoul. Malaysia’s participation...
Business : MYStartup Accelerator Channels RM5.5 Mln Into Local Startups
Bernama
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July 4, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) -- Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd’s MYStartup Accelerator has facilitated nearly RM5.5 million in investments over five cohorts, underscoring its role in strengthening Malaysia’s startup ecosystem and advancing the country’s...
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...
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...
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,...