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Miti conducts anti-dumping probe on steel wires from China

Miti conducts anti-dumping probe on steel wires from China

Local company alleging dumping of merchandise causing injury to domestic industry.

UK prepares for 'very very likely' no deal on Brexit trade

UK prepares for 'very very likely' no deal on Brexit trade

Britain quit the EU in January but remains an informal member until Dec 31.
Asia Pacific leaders make joint appeal for free and fair trade

Asia Pacific leaders make joint appeal for free and fair trade

They set aside differences and issue their first joint communique in three years.
Trump to represent US at virtual Apec summit hosted by Malaysia

Trump to represent US at virtual Apec summit hosted by Malaysia

The forum, hosted virtually by Malaysia, will kick off on Friday.
COMMENT | Why is Malaysia still committed to the CPTPP fraud?

COMMENT | Why is Malaysia still committed to the CPTPP fraud?

With the US out, the CPTPP will mainly strengthen Japanese and other TNCs.
RCEP signing expected to proceed in November - Azmin

RCEP signing expected to proceed in November - Azmin

He points out that the trade and industry ministers of participating countries had agreed to do this.
Foreign selling widens to RM637.2m

Foreign selling widens to RM637.2m

Aside from the surging Covid-19 infections, the escalated tensions between the United States and China also became the centre of attention.
May exports down 25.5pct year-on-year, trade surplus restored

May exports down 25.5pct year-on-year, trade surplus restored

Following a trade deficit of RM3.6 billion in April, a trade surplus of RM10.4 billion was recorded for May.

South China Sea should remain sea of peace and trade - Muhyiddin

South China Sea should remain sea of peace and trade - Muhyiddin

PM urges all international parties to continue working together to maintain peace, security and stability there.

Moody's: Covid-19 has potential to shift business fundamentals

Moody's: Covid-19 has potential to shift business fundamentals

In this new environment, the largest technology firms will have a clear advantage.
Pompeo to meet Chinese delegation in Hawaii this week

Pompeo to meet Chinese delegation in Hawaii this week

They will discuss bilateral ties that have soured deeply since the start of the year.

Gov't will exempt duty on palm oil exports

Gov't will exempt duty on palm oil exports

The exemption on export duty is to boost the commodity sector.
In broadside against China, Trump moves toward ending Hong Kong privileges

In broadside against China, Trump moves toward ending Hong Kong privileges

But he stops short of calling an immediate end to privileges that have helped the territory remain a global financial centre.

LETTER | Tackle Covid-19 by keeping trade free and supporting innovation

LETTER | Tackle Covid-19 by keeping trade free and supporting innovation

This declaration from a global coalition of 31 think tanks also calls for measures to safeguard supplies of essential medical goods.

Ships, trains, caves: Oil traders chase storage space in world awash with fuel

Ships, trains, caves: Oil traders chase storage space in world awash with fuel

This comes amid abundant supply of oil and plummeting demand due to the coronavirus crisis.

Ringgit, market currencies to trade in volatile mode due to Covid-19 fears

Ringgit, market currencies to trade in volatile mode due to Covid-19 fears

Global investors will be looking out for further signs of the economic carnage worldwide caused by the coronavirus.

In Malaysia's Silicon Valley, fortunes flip as virus wrecks trade war gains

In Malaysia's Silicon Valley, fortunes flip as virus wrecks trade war gains

CORONAVIRUS | The good news is orders are diverted from China to Malaysia. The bad news is the materials to fulfil those orders come from China.

Malaysia and India should aim for a win-win partnership in trade

Malaysia and India should aim for a win-win partnership in trade

LETTER | The trade deficit to India is about US$4b yearly and it continues to be in this unfavourable position.

No curbs on imports from Malaysia, Turkey - Indian commerce minister

No curbs on imports from Malaysia, Turkey - Indian commerce minister

Piyush Goyal says that India believes in free play and equal treatment for all.

Yoursay: M’sians stand to lose more in tit-for-tat with India

Yoursay: M’sians stand to lose more in tit-for-tat with India

YOURSAY | ‘It will not be to our favour as we are simply too dependent on bigger nations...’
RCEP may ease tensions in South China Sea - Maritime Institute of Malaysia

RCEP may ease tensions in South China Sea - Maritime Institute of Malaysia

Institute's researcher says RCEP would be the world's largest trade pact by gross domestic product and population.

Malaysia, Pakistan keen to enhance trade in commodities

Malaysia, Pakistan keen to enhance trade in commodities

Primary Industries Minister Teresa Kok says Pakistan is a key importer of Malaysian palm oil and products.

Yoursay: Dr M’s Muslim trade pact not grounded in reality

Yoursay: Dr M’s Muslim trade pact not grounded in reality

YOURSAY | ‘Mahathir's religion-based nationalism in economic matters is as outdated as...’
Apec 2020 to focus on redefining trade and investment role

Apec 2020 to focus on redefining trade and investment role

Fundamental change is needed to move from wealth creation to social and economic inclusivity.