Penang announces task force to track US tariff effects, toolkit to help SMEs soften impact

GEORGE TOWN: Penang will set up a tariff monitoring task force and develop a toolkit to help affected sectors deal with the tariffs announced by the United States. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the task force will function as a central coordination platform to track trade developments, engage with affected sectors, and inform responsive policy...

Malaysia studied all implications before seeking BRICS membership, says PM

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has studied all the implications and possibilities before expressing its intention to join BRICS, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister said the current priority was strengthening trade and the economy, as well as expanding the country's economic network to benefit the country and the people, particularly traders, the business sector, and...