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Kuala Lumpur Declaration

ACV 2045 holds potential to boost respect for ASEAN as a strong bloc

ACV 2045 is based on two key concepts -- neutrality and centrality -- which will strengthen ASEAN as it advances to become the world’s fourth-largest economy by 2030

KL declaration to benefit 700 million people

The document paves the way for a people-centred Asean, aiming to uplift nearly people through innovation, equity and regional integration

ASEAN leaders assemble in KL today for key summit, related meetings

The packed itinerary begins with the 46th ASEAN Summit (Plenary), followed by the 46th ASEAN Summit (Retreat)

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Cleared for layoffs? AirAsia to retrench 20% of workforce in major cost-cutting move

This allegedly involves cabin services, cargo and logistics, engineering and maintenance, as well as the commercial division, according to Scoop’s source

Short-lived La Niña expected in early 2026, but stable weather to follow

MetMalaysia forecasts cool conditions and brief shifts in rainfall patterns before returning to normal

Over 23.6 million to benefit as new electricity tariff kicks in July 1

The Energy Commission has set a new average base tariff of 45.40 sen/kWh for RP4, slightly lower than before, bringing overall electricity costs down by up to 19% compared to the previous regulatory period