Thailand Welcomes Adoption Of UNSC Resolution In Gaza

BANGKOK, March 27 (Bernama) — Thailand welcomes the adoption of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolution which called for an immediate ceasefire for the month of Ramadan in Gaza, said a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Wednesday. “During this holy month of Ramadan, Thailand firmly believes that it is imperative…

Thailand’s Humanitarian Aid Delivered In Kayin State, Myanmar

BANGKOK, March 27 (Bernama) — Thailand Red Cross Society’s humanitarian aid has arrived safely at the three pilot areas in Kayin State in Myanmar namely Nabu, Paing Kyong, and Thamanya. Thailand’s Foreign Ministry said the relief bags were distributed to the internally displaced persons who fled from various areas devastated by armed…

Malaysian Embassy In Washington Closely Monitors Baltimore Bridge Collapse

PUTRAJAYA, March 27 (Bernama) — Malaysia’s Foreign Ministry via the Malaysia Embassy in Washington is closely monitoring the situation in the aftermath of the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, the United States on Tuesday. The ministry, widely known as Wisma Putra, in a statement on Wednesday said…

Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Ship Has Valid Certifications – Authority

SINGAPORE, March 27 (Bernama) — Singapore-flagged vessel, Dali that collided into Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland which then collapsed, has valid required classification society and statutory certificates covering the structural integrity of the vessel and functionality of its equipment. Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) said Dali also underwent and passed two…

Chile Keen To Boost Ties With Malaysia By Exploring New Trade Sectors

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) — Malaysia and Chile can boost bilateral ties by tapping into new sectors such as renewable energy, tourism, and education while maintaining a positive momentum in existing areas. Natalia Arcos, international director of the Chilean government’s export promotion agency ProChile,  said that collaborations in solar and…

ASEAN Foreign Ministers Condemn Terror Attack In Moscow

JAKARTA, March 26 (Bernama) —  The ASEAN foreign ministers have condemned in the strongest possible terms the terrorist attack at Crocus City Hall in Krasnogorsk, Moscow, Russia, on March 22, which resulted in the loss of innocent lives and multiple casualties, including children. In a statement issued here Tuesday they said…

Malaysia Strongly Endorses UNSC Resolution For Ceasefire, Immediate Aid In Gaza

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) — Malaysia Tuesday expressed in the strongest terms the country’s endorsement of United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Resolution 2728 and urged for the legally binding resolution to be enforced immediately.  Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the people of Gaza must be relieved from the immense pain and suffering…

Zoom Lauds Malaysia’s AI And Digital Economy Stance

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) — Malaysia is making significant strides in embracing artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance its national competitiveness and secure its position as a regional digital economy leader, said international “all-in-one” collaboration platform provider Zoom Video Communications. In a statement Tuesday, Zoom’s Head of Asia Lucas Lu said that…

Malaysia Holds Crucial Position In Asean-Canada Trade Negotiations

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) — Malaysia holds a crucial position in the ongoing Asean-Canada Free Trade Agreement negotiations, Canada’s Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development Minister Mary Ng said. Ng said the Canadian negotiation teams attended the seventh round of talks for the multilateral agreement, and praised the progress made while also noting lingering issues…

Malaysia Needs To Wisely Balance Relations With Major Powers – Geostrategist

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) — Malaysia must deal with major world powers wisely to achieve healthy economic growth based on pragmatic policies while facing global geopolitical challenges, said a geostrategist. Geostrategist and Senior Fellow at the Nusantara Academy of Strategic Research (NASR), Prof Dr Azmi Hassan emphasised that Malaysia’s policy of neutrality is crucial to…