At InvestMalaysia programme in London, PM Anwar highlights Johor-Singapore SEZ as key to strengthening Asean integration Posted on January 17, 2025 By serv LONDON, Jan 16 — Malaysia as the chair of Asean in 2025 is committed to fostering even closer integration within Asean, deepening trade, economic and energy integration within the region and with the rest of the world. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said a prime example is the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), which is set to unlock the Johor region’s talent potential while leveraging its proximity to Singapore to attract investments and create high-value economic opportunities. On January 7, 2025, Singapore and Putrajaya exchanged an agreement on the JS-SEZ. It is a unique initiative where two countries work together to help promote both nations and attract investments. “Likewise, we will prioritise enhancing regional energy cooperation through the Asean Power Grid, a critical initiative for advancing the region’s energy transition,” he said at the InvestMalaysia programme in London, United Kingdom (UK) today. Anwar reiterated that key steps include integrating Thai and Lao energy grids into the broader Asean network and exporting Sarawak’s hydroelectric power to Singapore. These efforts mark a significant stride towards strengthening energy security and accelerating clean energy transition in the Global South. He said Malaysia would also ensure that Asean remains a neutral platform for dialogue and cooperation in the Asia Pacific. Anwar lauded the UK’s accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), which unlocks access to key markets for Malaysian exports such as palm oil, rubber, and timber. “At the same time, we are eager to explore partnerships with other economies in the Global South, including Brics nations, to open new channels of commerce,” he said. — Bernama News
Najib admits he was final decision-maker as PM, but denies running ‘one-man show’ Posted on January 9, 2025 PUTRAJAYA, Jan 8 — Datuk Seri Najib Razak today confirmed in court that he had the final say as the prime minister for national policies, but stressed that it was not a “one-man show” as he would still need the Cabinet’s agreement. Najib said this while testifying as his own… Read More
PM Anwar: Malaysia, Indonesia to boost cooperation in defence, trade, and more Posted on January 28, 2025 KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 27 — Malaysia and Indonesia have agreed to leverage the strengths of both countries to enhance cooperation in various fields, including defence, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said that Indonesia has extensive experience in defence, and Malaysia is ready to explore any potential cooperation… Read More
Retail prices of RON97, RON95, diesel remain unchanged from November 21 to 27 Posted on November 21, 2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 20 — The retail prices for RON97 and RON95 petrol will remain unchanged, at RM3.19 and RM2.05 per litre respectively, from Nov 21 to 27. The Ministry of Finance in a statement today said that the retail price of diesel in Peninsular Malaysia will also remain at… Read More