Malaysia

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

Southeast Asia expands pumped hydro to boost energy storage

Maryam Azish November 20, 2024

As Southeast Asia rapidly transitions toward renewable energy, countries across the region are investing heavily in pumped hydro energy storage (PHES) to enhance grid stability and support sustainable growth

Malaysia seeks BRICS membership

bno - Surabaya Office October 22, 2024

Malaysia is aiming to become the latest member of the BRICS bloc, which was originally formed by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa

From coal to clean: The green energy transition in SE Asia

Maryam Azish in Berlin October 18, 2024

As the world grapples with the urgent challenges posed by climate change, the shift to clean energy is no longer a luxury-it is a necessity. Southeast Asia, with its vibrant cultures and rapidly growing economies, is stepping up to this challenge.

Google's new data centre in Malaysia sets sustainability benchmark

bno - Surabaya Office October 2, 2024

Google’s upcoming data centre in Malaysia is poised to become a model for energy and water efficiency, aligning with the country’s circular economy goals

ThaiBev sets THB18bn for expansion, targets Southeast Asia growth

bno - Bangkok Office October 2, 2024

Thai Beverage (ThaiBev), the Singapore-listed food and beverage company, announced plans to allocate THB18bn this fiscal year for both domestic and international expansion

COMMENT: From Globalisation to “slowbalisation” as FDIs decline on trade and geopolitical woes

bne IntelliNews September 30, 2024

Global flows of foreign direct investment have trended downwards, both in absolute terms and as a share of world GDP, driven by multiple factors including changes in industrial organisation, increasing barriers to trade and investment.

Rising gold ETF inflows set to drive global bullion prices

bno - Mumbai Office September 27, 2024

Inflows into gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs), particularly from Western investors, are expected to increase in the coming months, adding more upward momentum to already record-high bullion prices, analysts have said

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