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Singapore less exposed to US tariff risks
Singapore’s trade balance might be less susceptible to tariff risks expected under US president-elect Donald Trump’s second term. Within the ASEAN-6 countries, Singapore is the only economy that runs a consistent trade deficit against the US. This may render...
Japan’s PM in Malaysia, Indonesia to strengthen defense, economic ties
TOKYO, Japan: Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is visiting Malaysia and Indonesia to bolster defense and economic partnerships with key Southeast Asian nations amid rising tensions with China in the region. This trip, Ishiba's first for bilateral talks outside...
Singapore-Malaysia SEZ promises a production powerhouse
Sixty years ago, Singapore’s separation from Malaysia marked the painful collapse of a bold political experiment. What began as a union based on the promise of a shared future and a common market fell apart under the weight of irreconcilable political objectives and...
Port of Tanjung Pelepas becomes ‘the first’ in Malaysia to exceed 12 million TEUs in 2024
As disclosed, the 12 millionth TEU was recorded on the evening of December 23, 2024, surpassing its previous record of 11.2 million in 2021, which, at the time, was said to represent an annual increase of 14%, compared to 2020’s 9.8 million TEUs. “By...
Saving big, but at what cost? Retreaded and Chinese tyres dominate Malaysia’s lorry fleet
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 4 — Retreaded tyres and imported tyres from China have become the top choice among heavy vehicle operators, dominating 80 per cent of the commercial vehicle tyre market. Their affordability makes them highly sought after, with costs significantly...
Bus and lorry companies facing shortage of drivers
PETALING JAYA: Bus and lorry services companies are grappling with a critical shortage of drivers, threatening their viability and sustainability, said Pan Malaysia Bus Operators Association president Datuk Mohamad Ashfar Ali. He said the affected sector, which...
Unlocking Malaysia’s e-commerce growth: The role of logistics
Today, Malaysia sits at the heart of this transformation, uniquely positioned to harness the e-commerce boom sweeping across the region. Yet, to fully capitalise on its potential and not lose ground to its neighbours, Malaysia must confront key challenges, including...
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 27 (Bernama) — The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning for strong winds and rough seas across the country’s waters, effective from Sunday (Dec 29) to Tuesday (Dec 31).
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 27 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning for strong winds and rough seas across the country’s waters, effective from Sunday (Dec 29) to Tuesday (Dec 31). In a statement on Friday (Dec 27) afternoon,...
Decarbonizing ports: A path to sustainability
In continuation of my previous column, this week I turn my focus the the pressing issue of carbon emissions — a cornerstone of sustainability efforts. Ports, as pivotal nodes in global trade and hubs of economic and logistical activity, are significant contributors to...
Getting on board the freight train for safer roads
KUALA LUMPUR: After yet another major fatal accident on the highway involving heavy vehicles, an association of retired policemen has suggested using trains more to transport goods. Retired Senior Police Officers Association (Respa) president Datuk Meor Chek Hussien...