Trump’s Trade Shock: Can Malaysia and ASEAN Leverage Their Economic Strength Amid a Protectionist Era?

Shan Saeed, Global Chief Economist, Juwai IQI: ‘In every crisis lies an opportunity — ASEAN must integrate deeper & innovate faster By TENGKU NOOR SHAMSIAH TENGKU ABDULLAH KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 25 – US President Donald Trump’s second wave of protectionist tariffs has jolted global trade, and Malaysia—together with the broader ASEAN bloc—finds itself at a…

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Anwar Outlines Strategic Roadmap for ASEAN Unity and Reform

At the ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim lays out Malaysia’s vision as ASEAN Chair—advocating stronger regional cohesion, economic integration, and resilience in a fragmented global order. By TENGKU NOOR SHAMSIAH TENGKU ABDULLAH JAKARTA, Aug 3 – Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim delivered a pivotal policy address at the ASEAN Secretariat…

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Anwar Charts a People-First Economic Reset Under MADANI

Shan Saeed, Global Chief Economist at Juwai IQI Anwar outlines strategic reforms to strengthen domestic consumption, rationalise subsidies, and anchor investor confidence through inclusive growth policies. By TENGKU NOOR SHAMSIAH TENGKU ABDULLAH KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 – Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s national address on 24 July 2025 marks a strategic pivot in Malaysia’s development model—anchored…

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PM Anwar Embarks on Strategic Visit to Italy, France and Brazil to Boost Trade & Global Partnerships

The visit includes high-level meetings with leaders in Rome and Paris, engagement with major European industries, and participation in the BRICS Summit in Brazil as ASEAN Chair and BRICS Partner Country. By TNS News Team Sepang, July 2 – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has commenced a strategic working visit to Italy, France and…

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Malaysia Back on the Map: Shell’s RM9 bln Bet Reflects Confidence in MADANI Economic Reforms

By TENGKU NOOR SHAMSIAH TENGKU ABDULLAH KUALA LUMPUR, June 18 – Global energy giant Shell’s RM9 billion investment in Malaysia is more than a commercial milestone — it is a clear endorsement of the country’s structural reform agenda under the Ekonomi MADANI framework and a reaffirmation of Malaysia’s renewed standing on the global investment map….

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