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Malaysia, Thailand to fast-track border projects, target US$30 bln trade by 2027

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said his bilateral meeting with Thailand's Prime Minister today was substantive and fruitful, with both leaders discussing efforts to resolve outstanding issues and enhance cooperation across various sectors

Trump raises global tariff to 15% after US supreme court ruling

In a post on Truth Social on Saturday, Trump said the increase, to be imposed under Section 122, would take effect immediately and would be over and above existing tariffs

Malaysia’s trade with US soars to RM325.2bil in 2024

Growth driven by strong demand for electrical and electronic exports, particularly semiconductors and machinery

Malaysia’s exports hit RM1.45 trillion by November 2025

Strong demand from key sectors drives export growth, with new records expected for full-year performance

Tengku Zafrul open to new Govt role, reaffirms Malaysia-China trade ties

On his final day as International Trade & Investment Minister, Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz is ready to support the government in any role while clarifying Malaysia’s trade commitments with China and highlighting efforts to maintain competitiveness in global supply chains

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Cleared for layoffs? AirAsia to retrench 20% of workforce in major cost-cutting move

This allegedly involves cabin services, cargo and logistics, engineering and maintenance, as well as the commercial division, according to Scoop’s source

InDrive faces termination for flouting guidelines

It is the second Russian e-hailing app after Maxim to face ban by Land Public Transport Agency

Schools may close if air quality worsens, five areas hit unhealthy levels: DOE

The department said the areas recorded unhealthy API readings, warns of RM1mil fine for open burning offenders