Timor-Leste’s accession to Asean marks a pivotal moment for the region and holds particular significance for Malaysia as we chair the bloc this year. As the last remaining South-East Asian nation …
Malaysia unveils 100 ringgit handout, fuel subsidy in bid to calm cost-of-living anger
All Malaysians aged 18 and over will receive a one-off payment next month, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced on Wednesday.
Malaysia’s durian exports surge 256pc in five years, set to hit RM1.5b in 2025, says Mat Sabu
The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) expects Malaysia’s durian exports to exceed RM1.5 billion this year, following strong demand …
Anwar’s ‘Reformasi’ reversal? Malaysia’s judicial bulwark faces a familiar siege
Once a victim of Malaysia’s politicised courts, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim now stands accused of undermining judicial independence.
Thailand says it agrees in principle with Malaysian ceasefire proposal
Thailand’s foreign ministry said on Friday it agrees in principle with a Malaysian proposal for a ceasefire between Thai and Cambodian forces and will consider the plan, but that it must be based on “appropriate on-the-ground conditions”.
Bitget Strengthens Regional Presence at Malaysia Blockchain Week 2025
Malaysia Blockchain Week 2025 served as a timely stage for Bitget to reinforce its global leadership while celebrating Southeast Asia’s role in Web3 adoption. From shaping cross-border payment …
Thailand’s PTTEP buys full control in offshore gas block from Chevron for $450 million
Thai oil and gas giant PTT Exploration and Production (PTTEP) has acquired full ownership of Block A-18 in the Malaysia–Thailand Joint Development Area (MTJDA) in a $450 million transaction with …
Why Uzbekistan Partnered with the BRICS+
At the seventeenth BRICS+ Summit in Brazil this July, Uzbekistan was granted official partner country status—alongside nations such as Kazakhstan, Nigeria, and Malaysia—marking a milestone in its …
Thailand and Cambodia exchange heavy artillery fire as border battle expands
Thailand and Cambodia exchanged heavy artillery fire for a second day on Friday as border fighting intensified and spread, while Cambodia’s leader said Thailand had agreed to a Malaysian ceasefire …
Powering progress: Digital finance is redefining car ownership in Malaysia
Traditional vehicle loans in Malaysia remain the standard route to ownership. Offered by banks and financial institutions, these loans typically stretch up to nine years, covering up to 90% of the car …