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If you don’t like Sarawak, just divorce us, says Nanta
GPS secretary-general Alexander Nanta Linggi today suggested that Peninsular Malaysia follow Sarawak’s approach to managing sensitive issues related to race,…

Asean, China sign upgraded free trade deal
Investment, trade and industry minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz (left) presenting the agreement to Asean secretary-general Kao Kim Hourn following its…

Asean-China FTA 3.0 upgrade to boost trade and investment synergy
KUALA LUMPUR: The upgraded Asean-China Free Trade Area (ACFTA) 3.0 is expected to further enhance and streamline trade activities between…
Anwar, Li Qiang Discuss Trade Cooperation, Regional Stability In Bilateral Meeting
By Karina Imran KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- Strengthening trade and investment cooperation, while addressing key regional issues, was at…

Trump deal doesn’t distance M’sia from China, but tests balance
The newly signed Malaysia-US trade agreement has sparked debate over whether it could strain Malaysia’s long-standing economic ties with China,…
ASEAN-China Trade Upgrade, Chairmanship Handover To Philippines Mark Summit Finale In Kuala Lumpur
By Kuvineshwaren Nedunjelian & Danni Haizal Danial Donald KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- The signing of the upgraded ASEAN-China Free…

Anwar turns Malaysia into stage for dealmaking with Trump’s help
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and US president Donald Trump have agreed to elevate their two countries’ relations to a Comprehensive…

Asean chairmanship handover to Philippines among highlights of summit finale today
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s handover of the Asean chairmanship to the Philippines for 2026 will be the highlight of the final…

Malaysia didn’t just host Asean — it steadied a shifting world
It began with a dance, and the world watched — uncertain. In a time unsettled by trade wars, shifting alliances…

Manila to keep bilateral disputes out of Asean’s 2026 agenda
Philippine foreign secretary Maria-Theresa Lazaro says Manila will focus on advancing Asean’s collective agenda during its 2026 chairmanship. KUALA LUMPUR:…

Malaysian glove makers lose edge amid China-led oversupply
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian glove producers are now viewed as marginal cost producers, from their position as cost leaders prior to…

The global reset of a new American leadership
From Shamsul Saad Malaysia and our thought-makers have always been late to the party. We tend to follow Western trends…

Takaichi, Trump to sign joint document on securing rare earth minerals: Report
TOKYO: Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and US President Donald Trump are in the final stages of preparing a joint…

Hosting Trump: Engagement isn’t betrayal of principle
YOURSAY | 'Diplomacy must be based on reality and pragmatism.'PN, allies: Trump's grand welcome 'rubs salt into still-bleeding Gazans' wounds'GSVL:…

Trump to talk trade, security with Japan's new leader Takaichi
TOKYO: US President Donald Trump will meet Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in Tokyo on Tuesday for talks on…

Trump in Japan as hopes grow for China trade deal
TOKYO: Optimism grew Monday that Donald Trump and China's Xi Jinping will end their bruising trade war during talks this…

China, US in close contact on possible meeting between presidents
China and the United States are maintaining close communication on a potential meeting between their two heads of state, said…

Perjanjian dagangan baharu Malaysia-AS jejas hubungan China
PETALING JAYA: Perjanjian dagangan baharu antara Malaysia dan Amerika Syarikat (AS) sempena Sidang Kemuncak ASEAN Ke-47 didakwa berpotensi menjejaskan hubungan…

Chinese premier slams ‘law of the jungle’ in trade ahead of Xi-Trump talks
China’s Premier Li Qiang delivers opening remarks at the 28th Asean Plus Three Summit in Kuala Lumpur. (AP pic) KUALA…

Elak kaitkan isu politik dengan keselamatan
PETALING JAYA: ASEAN perlu mengelak daripada mempolitikkan atau mengaitkan isu ekonomi dengan keselamatan sebaik sahaja kerjasama secara terbuka dijalin dalam…

Eain Yow climbs to world No. 11 in latest squash rankings
KUALA LUMPUR: National squash player Ng Eain Yow moved up one spot to No. 11 in the latest men's world…

US envoy denies Malaysia trade deal is lopsided, says boosts investment
KUALA LUMPUR: United States Ambassador to Malaysia Edgard D. Kagan has denied opposition claims that the new reciprocal trade agreement…
Chinese FM Hopes China, US Can Create Conditions For Development Of Bilateral Relations
BEIJING, Oct 27 (Bernama-Xinhua) -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Monday expressed hopes that China and the United States (US)…

5th RCEP Leaders Summit: A renewed commitment to Asia-Pacific cooperation
KUALA LUMPUR: The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) reflected a shared resolve to build an Asia-Pacific rooted in mutual trust,…

Anwar: Malaysia takes balanced approach to trade deals
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia will stick to the centrality principle and a balanced approach in trade agreements with the United States.…

UN chief welcomes US-China trade deal progress at ASEAN summit
KUALA LUMPUR: United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has welcomed the latest positive developments in trade relations between the United States…

Guterres desak reformasi Majlis Keselamatan PBB di Sidang Kemuncak ASEAN
Setiausaha Agung PBB Antonio Guterres tekankan keperluan reformasi UNSC, sebut struktur lapuk tidak refleks realiti geopolitik semasa. KUALA LUMPUR: Setiausaha…

New Japan PM banking on Asean to co-write region’s future
Japanese prime minister Sanae Takaichi’s administration will be marked by continuity in other areas of collaboration, including the Asean-Japan Economic…
Regional Cooperation, RCEP Take Centre Stage On Day Two Of ASEAN Summit
By R. Thivyamalini and Siti Radziah Hamzah KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 27 (Bernama) -- A series of high-level and bilateral meetings took…










