With just a month to go before the US imposes a 24% tariff on Malaysian goods, exporters are warning of devastating consequences PETALING JAYA, Malaysia (MNTV) — Malaysian exporters have raised alarm over the looming 24% U.S. tariff set to take effect in a month, warning that more than half of the sector could face […]
Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation expands coverage to Islamic banks DAVAO CITY, Philippines (MNTV) – The city of Davao in the Philippines is poised to become a hub for Islamic banking in the Philippines, reports Philippine Information Agency. The Consulate General of Malaysia and the Davao City Muslim Affairs Office (DMAO) recen...
SYDNEY, Australia (MNTV) – The 2025 Women’s Business Expo, organized by the Sisters Wing of the Islamic Circle of Australia and New Zealand (iCAN) attracted hundreds of women to Auburn Town Hall in Sydney. The event, themed “Empower. Elevate. Excel,” featured 45 stalls, dynamic speakers, and award ceremonies that honore...
Government-backed initiative offers low-interest loans and prioritizes inclusivity to expand women’s role in national economy MALE, Maldives (MNTV) — The Maldivian government is launching a nationwide loan programme aimed at empowering women entrepreneurs and improving access to finance for underrepresented groups, in a broader effort to foste...
Agreements cover rail links, financial settlements, tech center, and labor research collaboration DUSHANBE, Tajikistan (MNTV) — Iran and Tajikistan have signed four memoranda of understanding (MoUs) aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation across key sectors including transport, technology, labor, and financial settlements. The agreements...
Officials discuss investment opportunities and infrastructure development to boost regional connectivity DAMASCUS, Syria (MNTV) — Syria and Jordan are advancing cooperation in the telecommunications and information technology sectors, highlighted by a meeting between Syrian Minister of Communication and Information Technology Abdul Salam Hayka...
Comprehensive pact to enhance market access, bolster investment, and strengthen supply chains DUBAI, UAE (MNTV) — The UAE and the European Union have committed to expanding business cooperation through a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (Cepa). The pact aims to boost trade and investment in key sectors including renewable energy, ...
Al Rawdah SEZ to boost UAE-Oman ties, draw foreign investment as trade wars disrupt supply chains MUSCAT, Oman (MNTV) — The UAE and Oman have signed a major agreement to develop the Al Rawdah Special Economic Zone in Mahadha, marking a significant step in the Gulf’s ambition to anchor itself at the center of emerging […]
Light engineering sector aims for major leap with policy support, tech upgrades, and upcoming Dhaka expo spotlighting innovation DHAKA, Bangladesh (MNTV) — Bangladesh is setting its sights on capturing a larger share of the $7 trillion global engineering and light engineering market, where it currently holds less than a 1% stake. With the rig...
Deals span defense, energy, education, culture and media; Iranian President Pezeshkian praises Oman’s role in indirect Iran-US talks MUSCAT, Oman (MNTV) – Iran and Oman signed 18 memoranda of understanding as part of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s official two-day visit to Muscat, aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation across a range ...
