Malaysia

New search for MH370 begins a decade after mysterious disappearance

bno - Surabaya bureau February 26, 2025

A renewed effort to locate Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 is underway, more than ten years after the aircraft vanished in one of aviation’s most baffling mysteries.

Brazil to host expanded BRICS summit in July amid US dollar tensions

bne IntelliNews February 17, 2025

Brazil will host leaders from the BRICS nations and their new members in Rio de Janeiro on July 6-7, as the burgeoning bloc faces growing pressure from the US over plans to reduce dollar dependence in trade.

Trump Gaza plan backed by “murderer” Netanyahu “major threat to world peace”, says Erdogan

bne IntelliNews February 14, 2025

On visit to Pakistan, Turkish leader asserts: “The homeland for which the Palestinians have sacrificed tens of thousands of their children is not up for bargaining.”

Malaysia rejects Trump proposal for Palestinian displacement from Gaza

bno - Surabaya bureau February 6, 2025

Malaysia has issued a firm statement opposing any initiatives that would involve the forced relocation of Palestinians from Gaza, responding to former US President Donald Trump's recent proposal

Malaysia maintains key interest rate as economy shows resilience

bno - Surabaya bureau January 23, 2025

Malaysia's central bank opted to hold its benchmark interest rate steady at 3.00% during its 10th consecutive policy meeting on January 22, citing robust economic performance and controlled inflation.

Russia backs Vietnam's bid to join BRICS

bno - Bangkok bureau January 16, 2025

Russia has publicly endorsed Vietnam's aspirations to join the influential BRICS bloc, a move that could significantly bolster Hanoi's global standing and economic prospects.

China's coast guard deployment raises tensions in South China Sea, Philippines protests

bno - Taipei Bureau January 14, 2025

The Philippines has expressed growing concern over China’s deployment of its largest coast guard vessel within its exclusive economic zone (EEZ), calling the move a provocative escalation.

Is China ready for Trump’s tariff threats?

bno - Taipei Bureau January 8, 2025

Across the world, global markets are already grappling with the anticipated economic impact of Donald Trump’s promise to increase tariffs as he prepares to assume the US presidency in less than two weeks.

Russia seeks to expand its nuclear energy dominance with new international projects

bne IntelliNews December 31, 2024

Russia is constructing over 10 nuclear power units on foreign soil to help capitalise on burgeoning energy demands driven by artificial intelligence and developing markets, a senior Kremlin envoy has revealed

BRICS expands membership, adding Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand

bno - Taipei Office December 30, 2024

The BRICS bloc, a coalition formed by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, is broadening its reach as it seeks to challenge the dominance of the US dollar and reshape global financial and economic systems.

Almost two-thirds of Malaysians favourable towards China

bno - Taipei Office December 23, 2024

A recent survey by the Merdeka Centre in Malaysia has revealed that almost two-thirds of Malaysians view the People’s Republic of China (PRC) positively

IEA: Access to energy improving worldwide, driven by renewables

IEA Energy Snapshot December 19, 2024

Having a reliable electricity supply is something many of us take for granted – including for sending and reading emails like this one. But hundreds of millions of people around the world today don’t have access to electricity.

Balancing growth and sustainability: Southeast Asia’s energy dilemma

Maryam Azish for bno Taipei Office December 17, 2024

With its rapidly growing economies, booming populations, and increasing urbanisation, Southeast Asia is witnessing a tremendous surge in energy demand

Malaysia’s industrial growth slows in October following mixed sector performance

bno - Surabaya Office December 10, 2024

Malaysia’s industrial output expanded in October, but at a slower-than-anticipated pace, with gains in factory production and electricity generation offset by continued contraction in mining activity

US imposes preliminary duties on Southeast Asian solar imports

bno - Surabaya Office December 2, 2024

The US Commerce Department has announced preliminary duties of up to 271% on solar imports from Southeast Asia, citing findings that these products are being sold below production costs, harming domestic manufacturers

Southeast Asia’s rising energy demands and what lies ahead

Maryam Azish for bno November 29, 2024

As Southeast Asia continues to grow economically and urbanise at a rapid pace, the region is emerging as a key player in global energy markets

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