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Malaysian pharmaceuticals, semiconductors exempt from US tariffs, minister says

The U.S. imposed a 19% tariff on imports from Malaysia, though Kuala Lumpur said on Friday it had secured exemptions for its ...
SAYS11h

US Tariff On Malaysia Drops To 19%. Here's How Our Southeast Asian Neighbours Compare

According to the executive order published on the White House's website, Singapore, a major US trading partner in the region, ...
CNA5h

As Malaysia, Thailand and Cambodia hail US tariff discounts, what factors account for the outcome?

Experts told CNA that there were several contributing factors - not just the Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire - that led to substantial tariff discounts for these Southeast Asian countries.
Tech Wire Asia15h

Does Malaysia-US tariff deal signal new tech diplomacy era in Southeast Asia?

Malaysia may also recognise US halal certification for pharmaceuticals, representing a regulatory alignment opportunity.

'No compromise on sovereignty...': Malaysia confirms tariff deal with US, 61% of lines at zero duty

Malaysian pharmaceutical products and semiconductors will be exempt from U.S. tariffs, the country's trade minister, Tengku ...

US tariff cut signals global trust in Malaysia, says Nga

The United States' decision to reduce tariffs on Malaysian exports to 19% reflects international confidence in Putrajaya's ...
Malay Mail18h

US lowers tariff on Malaysian imports to 19pc

The United States (US) has imposed a reduced tariff of 19 per cent on Malaysian imports, effective Aug 1, 2025.The revised ...

With New 40% Tariff, Trump Takes Aim at U.S. Dependence on China’s Factories

President Trump’s executive order carved out a special tariff on goods shipped indirectly to the United States by way of ...

US tariff reduction a significant move for Malaysian industry, says FMM

A national business group has called the decision by the United States to reduce tariffs on Malaysian imports from 25% to 19% ...