Markets
Investors turn to ASEAN markets as inflation's grip loosens
Weakening dollar provides tailwind to region's high-growth economies
Society
Asia on alert over mpox as cases detected in Thailand, Philippines
Indonesia and Malaysia tighten surveillance at international entry points
Automobiles
Malaysia's Proton deepens ties with China's Geely ahead of EV debut
Long-struggling automaker aims for growth under Chinese shareholder
The Big Story
Southeast Asia's old air hubs are revving back to life
Region's airlines seek business travelers willing to pay more for convenience
International relations
India and Malaysia to upgrade ties after talks on trade, defense
Leaders Modi and Anwar elevate relations to comprehensive strategic partnership
International relations
Malaysia's Anwar focuses on BRICS and trade in first India trip
Strong semiconductor partnership possible between the two countries, analysts say
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Energy
Malaysia's Hibiscus keen on acquisitions as Big Oil divests in Asia
Founder says company aims to be 'regional consolidator' of established assets
Food & Beverage
Marubeni serves Tim Hortons coffee in Malaysia with local flavors
Canadian chain expands in Southeast Asia after Singapore entry
Economy
Malaysia GDP growth accelerates to 5.9% in Q2
Robust consumption leads to strongest expansion in six quarters
Currencies
Ringgit, baht gain against dollar on speculation of U.S. rate cut
Asian central banks seen weighing own moves as inflationary pressures ease
Comment
OECD or BRICS? Key members' differences might weaken ASEAN unity
Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand all pursue different 'diversification' strategies
Semiconductors
Infineon CEO says Asia 'critical' for chip production, R&D plans
Economies of scale still matter even as countries rush to onshore supply chains
Semiconductors
Infineon opens largest power semiconductor plant in Malaysia
Southeast Asian nation receives record chip, data center investments
Semiconductors
Malaysia and China deepen chip cooperation with joint expo
Kuala Lumpur seeks foreign investment to upgrade its 'Silicon Valley'
Politics
Malaysia to reduce fuel subsidies as inflation weakens
Government turns to tackling deficit after pandemic spending
Semiconductors
Malaysia moves up value chain with first semiconductor park
'Once in a generation' chance to become chip champion, minister says
Currencies
Malaysian ringgit hits 16-month high against dollar
Country's strong economy fuels rebound amid greenback sell-off
Podcast: News Roundup
Malaysia and Singapore crack down on social media
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Cybersecurity
Malaysia PM calls Facebook cowardly for removing his condolence post
Anwar Ibrahim's recording of a phone call with a Hamas official is taken down
Cybersecurity
Malaysia's new social media rules draw mixed reactions
Opposition concerns over curbs on freedoms contrast with calls to tackle cybercrime
Economy
Southeast Asia to outpace China's GDP growth and foreign investment: report
Think tank projects 5.1% average growth next decade in six key economies
Media & Entertainment
Malaysia to ask social media platforms with over 8m users to get licenses
Legal action will be taken if service providers fail to apply by January 2025
Books
Books: Gold and silver artworks highlight Malay royal splendor
Lavishly illustrated volume breaks fresh ground in study of courtly regalia and fine craftsmanship
IPO
Southeast Asia IPO fundraising down 60% in first half as Indonesia slumps
Higher interest rates dampen listings in region with fewer big-ticket debuts
Energy
Petronas, Enilive and Euglena to jointly develop biorefinery in Malaysia
The plant at Pengerang Integrated Complex in Johor state is expected to be operational by 2028