ASEAN Gaining Ground As “Middle Power” In Multipolar World: Malaysian Minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 15 (NNN-BERNAMA) – As the U.S. pursues a disruptive foreign policy, non-Western intergovernmental organisations like the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) are gaining ground as “middle powers,” capable of shielding themselves, a Malaysian official said. Recognising the risks of geopolitical tensions and economic disruptions, ASEAN is…

Malaysian Authorities Seized Drugs Worth 2.88 Million USD

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 11 (NNN-BERNAMA) – Malaysian authorities announced yesterday, the crippling of two drug trafficking syndicates, in separate operations around Selangor state and the capital, Kuala Lumpur, with the seizure of drugs valued at 12.88 million ringgit (2.88 million U.S. dollars). Bukit Aman Narcotics Crime Investigation Department (NCID) director,…

Malaysia To Enhance Trade With BRICS, FTA Partners This Year

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 28 (NNN-BERNAMA) – Malaysia has set trade targets for 2025 with a focus on the BRICS group, Free Trade Agreement (FTA) partners, and emerging markets. The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) said in a statement, yesterday that, Malaysia’s inclusion as a partner country in the BRICS…

2025 ‘Happy Chinese New Year’ Launch Ceremony And Gala Held In Malaysian Capital

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 26 (NNN-BERNAMA) – The 2025 “Happy Chinese New Year” global launching ceremony and gala, was held here last night, featuring wonderful performances presented by actors from Malaysia and China. Malaysian Prime Minister, Anwar Ibrahim, China’s Minister of Culture and Tourism, Sun Yeli, and Malaysian Minister of Tourism,…

ASEAN Cooperation Vital For Regional Peace, Security: Malaysian Official

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 22 (NNN-BERNAMA) – Cross-border cooperation among members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), is vital in preserving regional peace and security, Malaysian Home Minister, Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, said yesterday. It is particularly important for ASEAN to overcome existing and emerging security challenges, including transnational crime threats,…

Malaysian PM Anwar Congratulates Natasha Roslan For Winning 2025 IBF World Cup

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 11 (NNN-BERNAMA) – Malaysian Prime Minister, Anwar Ibrahim, congratulated national women’s bowler, Natasha Roslan, for becoming the first Malaysian woman to become a world champion, after winning the 2025 International Bowling Federation (IBF) World Cup in Kowloon, Hong Kong, last night. “Great! Really extraordinary! Natasha Roslan made…

Seven Dead, 33 Injured In Three-Vehicle Collision In Southern Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 (NNN-BERNAMA) – Seven people were killed and 33 others injured, in a collision involving three vehicles near Ayer Keroh Rest and Service of the North-South Expressway northbound late last night. Local media reported that, the accident involved a tour bus carrying 27 passengers, a trailer and…

Malaysia Agreed In Principle To Resume Search For Flight MH370: Transport Minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 21 (NNN-BERNAMA) – The Malaysian government has agreed in principle, to resume the search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, Malaysian Transport Minister, Anthony Loke Siew Fook, said yesterday. Loke told a press briefing that, the cabinet has agreed in principle, to accept the proposal from exploration firm,…

Malaysia’s Domestic Tourism Surges 22.3 Percent On Year In Third Quarter

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (NNN-BERNAMA) – Malaysia’s domestic tourism experienced robust growth in the third quarter of this year, with visitors surging 22.3 percent year on year, to 66.3 million, official data showed, yesterday. However, on a quarter-on-quarter basis, the number of domestic visitors dipped by 3.2 percent, compared to…

Rise Of Global South To Push Global Economy Through Headwinds: Malaysian Official

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (NNN-BERNAMA) – The rise of the Global South countries, pushes the global economy through expected headwinds and keeps international trade vibrant, a Malaysian official said here, yesterday. These developments, in turn, will help unlock potential and facilitate cooperation, in addressing a range of pressing issues, including…
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