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New Straits Times
15 hours ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
NexG plans to raise investment in Cambodia
KUALA LUMPUR: NexG Bhd plans to further increase its investment in Cambodia, particularly in the digital and logistics sectors, said its chief executive officer Datuk Hanifah Noordin. This was expressed during his meeting with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on the sidelines of the 46th Asean Summit and Related Meetings here last week. According to Hanifah, NexG is offering its expertise in the provision of high-security digital identity documents, while the logistics sector is being offered through MMAG Holdingd Bhd, in which NexG holds a 19 per cent stake. Hanifah stated that his group's core operations lie in information and communication technology, with a specific focus on digital security. He noted that MMAG is already involved in logistics services at the Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport. He added that the group plans to expand its operations and invest further in Cambodia's growing digital economy. The prime minister praised NexG's vision and outlined the Cambodian government's strategic push to enhance the logistics sector through improvements to key infrastructure. This includes the expansion of the Sihanoukville deep-sea port and the development of airports and road networks. He also emphasised the government's priority on digital transformation during the 7th Legislature, describing it as a national priority aimed at modernising the economy and attracting foreign investment. NexG said the prime minister encouraged all interested Malaysian firms to continue close cooperation with Cambodian institutions, emphasising his government's commitment to fostering a transparent and investor-friendly environment that supports long-term economic growth. Lim Heng, vice president of the Cambodian Chamber of Commerce, told the Khmer Times that Cambodia's proactive investment promotion led by Hun Manet had been praised by business leaders following his recent engagement with potential investors during the Asean meetings in Malaysia. "The prime minister consistently attracts investors. During the Asean meetings in Malaysia, many companies, especially representatives from various countries' chambers of commerce, brought potential investors to meet with the prime minister and received guidance on exploring investment opportunities in Cambodia," he said. Heng added that such efforts reflect the leadership's commitment to nurturing a pro-investment climate. "Meeting directly with companies that are still uncertain about Cambodia helps them gain a better understanding of the country and boosts their confidence to invest, especially with the pime minister's personal assurances," he said.
New Straits Times
7 days ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
From Summit to stadium, Asean unites for Manchester United showdown
KUALA LUMPUR: As the curtains fell on the 46th Asean Summit and Related Meetings here yesterday, another powerful symbol of unity takes centre stage, not in a conference hall, but at the National Stadium, Bukit Jalil. While leaders shook hands and signed agreements during the summit period which began May 22, the Maybank Challenge Cup involving English football giants Manchester United against Asean All-Stars today delivers a different kind of diplomacy and unites a region through football. From Jakarta to Manila, Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City, fans from across Southeast Asia poured into Malaysia's iconic stadium, proving that in a region rich with culture and diversity, football remains one of its strongest common grounds. For Khamsay Yomsamone, 43, from Vientiane, Laos, the match marked his first visit to Malaysia and unforgettable by the opportunity to watch the Red Devils live for the first time. "I started supporting Manchester United during the era of Ryan Giggs and David Beckham. "I cannot believe I am going to watch my favourite team tonight," he told Bernama. Khamsay, who arrived here yesterday, also hoped that Bounphachan Bounkong, the only Laotian player in the Asean All-Stars squad, would shine on the pitch against Ruben Amorim's side. Predicting a 5-3 win in favour of Manchester United, Khamsay said he hoped both teams would deliver an exciting and end-to-end game that fans could enjoy. He also wished to see more Asean All-Stars matches against top global clubs in the future, hosted across various cities in the region to help connect even more fans with the teams. Warinthorn Mitrchob,19, from Thailand, who predicted Manchester United to win 3-0, was eager to see his idol and defender, Harry Maguire, to score against Kim Sang Sik's squad. Another Manchester United fan from Syria, Morrison Darwich, 32, had only one wish that is Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana would avoid from committing any blunders today. "It depends on our keeper (Onana), if he performs badly, we are going to lose," he said. Iqbal Azhar, 25, who flew from Jakarta, believed that Asean All-Stars could pose a potent threat to the 13-times English Premier League champions. "They (Asean All-Stars) may need to defend well and try to play counter attacks to score goals. However, I expect Manchester United to still win 3-1," he said. Although the Asean All-Stars are missing several key players due to national team commitments, Iqbal remained optimistic that the match would still be an entertaining spectacle. The last time Manchester United played in Malaysia was during the 2009 pre-season tour, beating Malaysia XI twice, 3-2 and 2-0, respectively on July 18 and 20 at the National Stadium. Manchester United, who endured a dismal season by their lofty standards, finishing the season in 15th spot with 42 points, are also scheduled to travel to Hong Kong as part of their post-season tour. They will play against the Hong Kong national team at the Hong Kong Stadium on May 30. – Bernama
The Star
7 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
No security incidents during 46th Asean Summit, says Bukit Aman
KUALA LUMPUR: The 46th Asean Summit and Related Meetings, held from May 22 until May 27 in the capital, concluded smoothly without any security incidents. Bukit Aman Internal Security and Public Order deputy director (operations) Deputy Comm MV Sri Kumar said the smooth security arrangements for all heads of state, delegations, and staff were made possible through the close cooperation of all parties, particularly the Foreign Ministry and other relevant agencies. 'The movement of heads of state and delegations to and from the conference venue went according to plan. Security arrangements for all parties throughout the summit were also well-executed,' he said when contacted Wednesday (May 28). He added that the phased road closures around hotels accommodating the delegations and the conference venue were implemented smoothly, with strong cooperation from the public. Media previously reported that nearly 6,200 PDRM officers and personnel were deployed during the summit period to ensure comprehensive security coverage. The phased road closures, which began on May 23, involved six highways and 25 main roads across the Klang Valley to facilitate the safe and efficient movement of delegations. The 46th Asean Summit was held under Malaysia's 2025 chairmanship, themed "Inclusion and Sustainability". - Bernama
The Star
27-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Asean leaders head home after two-day summit
SEPANG, May 27 -- Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone and his wife, Vandara Siphandone, bid farewell before departing from the Bunga Raya Complex, Kuala Lumpur International Airport, here today after attending the 46th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. --fotoBERNAMA (2025) COPYRIGHT RESERVED SEPANG: Asean member states' leaders and delegates have begun departing for home following the conclusion of the 46th Asean Summit and Related Meetings on Tuesday (May 27). Among those who left were Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet. All the leaders were accorded a red carpet ceremonial send-off at the Bunga Raya Complex, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), with a guard of honour mounted by the First Battalion of the Royal Ranger Regiment (Ceremonial). Paetongtarn departed at 7.10pm aboard a special aircraft and was sent off by Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa. Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang then bade farewell to the Singaporean Prime Minister, who boarded a commercial flight from KLIA Terminal 1 at 8.20pm. This was followed by the departure of the Laos delegation, who were seen off by Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick. The Cambodian Prime Minister departed at 9.30pm after being bid farewell by Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is scheduled to depart at 11.30pm and will be sent off by Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said. The 46th Asean Summit concluded after a series of high-level engagements aimed at reinforcing regional cooperation and strategic partnerships. Held under Malaysia's 2025 Asean Chairmanship themed "Inclusivity and Sustainability', the two-day summit included the 2nd Asean-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit, the inaugural Asean-GCC-China Summit, and the 16th Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle (IMT-GT) Summit.- Bernama
The Star
25-05-2025
- Politics
- The Star
The Philippines committee to back Timor-Leste's Asean bid, says Foreign Affairs Secretary
MANILA, May 25 (Bernama-PNA): The Philippines will continue supporting Timor-Leste's membership bid to become a regular member of the Association of South-East Asian Nations (Asean), incoming Foreign Affairs Secretary Theresa Lazaro reaffirmed on Saturday. According to the Philippine News Agency (PNA), Lazaro, currently the Foreign Affairs Undersecretary for Bilateral Relations and Asean Affairs, represented Manila in the Asean Senior Officials' Meeting on May 24 in preparation for the 46th Asean Summit and Related Meetings in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. "We discussed the importance of strengthening Asean centrality while expanding strategic partnerships,' she said on X. "We also committed to supporting Timor-Leste's accession process and contributing to the Asean Community Vision 2045 implementation.' The bloc had granted the young nation observer status and allowed its participation in all of its meetings, including summit plenaries. In a November 2022 statement, the Asean leaders agreed "in principle to admit Timor-Leste to be the 11th member' of the bloc. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) earlier said Timor-Leste's accession to the bloc is on the agenda in the coming Asean meetings. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. will attend the 46th Asean Summit and Related Meetings in Malaysia on May 26 and 27. Current Asean members are Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. -- Bernama-PNA
