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Tokyo To Boost Chip, AI Collaborations With Malaysia And ASEAN Amid Renewed Economic-Security Push
By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- Japan is set to deepen cooperation with Malaysia and ASEAN in strategic industries such as semiconductors and artificial intelligence (AI). This reflects Tokyo’s renewed focus on...
US and China begin trade talks in Malaysia to ease tensions
KUALA LUMPUR: US and Chinese officials kicked off a new round of talks aimed at defusing a standoff between the world’s two largest economies before an upcoming leaders’ summit. Chinese and US delegations began a meeting in Kuala Lumpur on...
General : Tokyo To Boost Chip, AI Collaborations With Malaysia And ASEAN Amid Renewed Economic-Security Push
By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- Japan is set to deepen cooperation with Malaysia and ASEAN in strategic industries such as semiconductors and artificial intelligence (AI). This reflects Tokyo’s renewed focus on...
Between growth and rights: The URB and the average Malaysian
Ever since the Urban Redevelopment Bill (URB) was tabled, it has stirred more heat than harmony – drawing criticism from all sides. But before we dismiss it entirely, it’s worth zooming out. The truth is, Malaysia’s urban transformation didn’t...
US stocks hit record high after soft CPI, led by tech mega-cap gains
The Nasdaq 100 Index climbed 1.0%. US stocks closed at a new high on Friday, as traders cheered softer-than-anticipated inflation data that underpinned expectations for Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts. Technology giants including Nvidia Corp,...
world US and China seek to avoid trade war escalation, salvage Trump-Xi meeting in Malaysia summit talks
KUALA LUMPUR - Top economic officials from the US and China will face off in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday (Oct 25) to try to avert an escalation of their trade war and ensure that a meeting happens next week between US President Donald Trump and...
Malaysia chairs joint Asean ministerial talks today ahead of summit; Timor-Leste, Finland to join key accords
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 — The Asean Joint Foreign and Economic Ministers’ Meeting will convene today to align strategic priorities between both tracks ahead of the 47th Asean Summit and Related Summits beginning Sunday. The joint meeting, bringing...
Universiti Malaysia Sabah team aid Pitas school with clean water
KOTA KINABALU: Students of a school in rural Pitas district have reportedly been using polluted water for quite some time due to the school’s sewage system not functioning properly. There had been reports of SMK Bongkul students suffering from...
Perhebat launches 10-year transformation plan to boost Malaysian veterans’ second careers
PETALING JAYA, Oct 25 — Malaysia’s military veterans are set to step confidently into high-value careers, with the Armed Forces Veterans Affairs Corporation (Perhebat) unveiling a decade-long transformation plan to expand job opportunities,...
Brazilian President Lula receives official welcome in Malaysia ahead of Asean Summit
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 25 — Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva was accorded an official welcome at the Perdana Putra Complex here today in conjunction with his visit to Malaysia, during which he will attend the 47th Asean Summit and Related...
U.S., China seek to avoid trade war escalation, salvage Trump-Xi meeting in Malaysia talks
Top economic officials from the U.S. and China will face off in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday (October 25, 2025) to try to avert an escalation of their trade war and ensure that a meeting happens next week between U.S. President Donald Trump and...
Malaysia Advertisers Association Ushers in Renewal with Fresh Leadership and Vision
The Malaysia Advertisers Association (MAA) is ushering in a new era of renewal, marked by fresh leadership appointments and a collective vision to strengthen the role of advertisers in Malaysia’s evolving business landscape. As part of this...
Brazilian President Given Official Welcome In Malaysia
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva was accorded an official welcome at the Perdana Putra Complex here today in conjunction with his visit to Malaysia, during which he will attend the 47th ASEAN Summit and...
General : Brazilian President Given Official Welcome In Malaysia
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 25 (Bernama) -- Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva was accorded an official welcome at the Perdana Putra Complex here today in conjunction with his visit to Malaysia, during which he will attend the 47th ASEAN Summit and...
US, China seek to avoid trade war escalation, salvage Trump-Xi meeting in Malaysia talks
By Xinghui Kok KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) -Top economic officials from the U.S. and China will face off in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday to try to avert an escalation of their trade war and ensure that a meeting happens next week between U.S. President...
Tech used in rigged poker games linked to mob and NBA
IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Venezuela's Maduro calls for peace in English 00:36 Now Playing Tech used in rigged poker games linked to mob and NBA 01:46 UP NEXT Hegseth says U.S. struck...
Anwar hosts Brazil, South Africa leaders today as Malaysia steps up global role
KUALA LUMPUR — On the eve of the 47th Asean Summit, Malaysia is placing itself at the centre of international diplomacy, welcoming leaders from Brazil and South Africa in a series of meetings that underscore its growing role in global affairs. The...
South African President Ramaphosa arrives in Malaysia for Asean Summit
SEPANG, Oct 25 — South African President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa arrived in Malaysia last night for a four-day official visit at the invitation of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and to attend the 47th Asean Summit and Related Summits as...
Brazilian president visits Malaysia to explore cooperation avenues, attend ASEAN summit
South Africa, Vietnam issue statement agreeing to promote cooperation on diplomacy, national defense, economy ISTANBUL Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva kicked off a three-day visit to Malaysia on Friday to explore avenues of...
China vows massive high-tech sector dev in next decade
Agence France-Presse . Beijing 24 October, 2025, 23:23 China will develop its high-tech sector on a massive scale in the next decade, top officials vowed Friday, a day after meetings on the country’s future policy priorities concluded in Beijing....