Concluding trade talks with US early to benefit Malaysia, safeguard economy from punitive tariffs

KUALA LUMPUR: Concluding tariff negotiations with the United States (US) ahead of President Donald Trump’s October visit is crucial for Malaysia, both to safeguard billions in export value and to strengthen its position as a reliable, forward-looking trading nation, an economist said. IPPFA Sdn Bhd director and country economist Mohd Sedek Jantan warned that delays in reaching a trade...

Correction, not criticism: Fact-checking Dr M on Malaysia-US trade deal done with all due respect, says Zafrul

OSAKA: Fact-checking Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad on the recent Malaysia-US trade agreement was not a criticism of the former premier, says Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. The Investment, Trade and Industry Minister said that his intention was not to criticise but to provide clear and correct facts on the matter. “Perhaps he (Dr Mahathir) got the...

M’sia to continue striving for mutually beneficial trade deal with US, says Miti

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia is committed to continuing its engagement with the United States to achieve a balanced, comprehensive and mutually beneficial trade agreement, says the Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry (Miti). In a statement on Tuesday (July 8), Miti said it would continue discussions with its US counterparts in good faith to address outstanding issues, clarify...