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Luxury meets tech in X9 and S07 EVs

Feb 10, 2025 | nst.com.my | Zuraimi Abdullah - |Zuraimi Abdullah

Just how appealing are new Chinese electric vehicle (EV) models Xpeng X9 and Deepal S07? The two vehicles, previewed by Bermaz Auto Bhd (BAuto) late last month, could be priced higher than most competitors. The Xpeng X9, a large MPV, and Deepal S07, a midsize SUV, are expected to be launched in the second half of the year. The X9 could cost about RM300,000 while the S07 is estimated to be priced between RM150,000 and RM170,000.
2025 Budget: A broader tax base to spur growth

Oct 18, 2024 | nst.com.my | Zuraimi Abdullah - |Zuraimi Abdullah

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has, for the first time, introduced an annual budget that exceeds RM400 billion. The focus continues to be on safeguarding the people's well-being and driving economic growth, which has been revised upwards to 4.8 to 5.3 per cent for 2024, from 4.0 to 5.0 per cent. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yesterday tabled a spending bill of RM421 billion, or 20.2 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) for 2025.
The new E chapter

Sep 15, 2024 | nst.com.my | Zuraimi Abdullah - |Zuraimi Abdullah

MERCEDES-Benz E-Class has set the standard for mid-range luxury sedans for over 75 years. On Thursday, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia opens a new chapter for the popular business sedan with a new electronics architecture that allows for a comprehensive and intuitive digital user experience. The company unveiled two variations of the new, six-generation E-Class for the Malaysian market: the E200 Avantgarde mild hybrid and the E350e AMG Line. The latter is a plug-in hybrid.
Anwar praises Russia for pushing "boundaries of possibility"

Sep 5, 2024 | nst.com.my | Zuraimi Abdullah - |Zuraimi Abdullah

VLADIVOSTOK: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has commended Russia for consistently pushing the boundaries of possibility. He said from pioneering efforts in space exploration to ground-breaking work in nuclear physics and cybernetics, the contributions reflect a deep-seated commitment to "understanding and mastering the natural world". This underscores Russia's importance in the collective progress of humanity, Anwar said at the plenary session of the 9th Eastern Economic Forum here today.
Russia-Ukraine conflict: 'Resolve by negotiations', Anwar tells Putin

Sep 5, 2024 | nst.com.my | Zuraimi Abdullah - |Zuraimi Abdullah

VLADIVOSTOK: The war in Russia and Ukraine must be stopped immediately and resolved through negotiations, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said this was conveyed directly to Russian President Vladimir Putin during their bilateral meeting as well as a dinner session on Wednesday, in conjunction with the 9th Eastern Economic Forum (EEF 2024) here.
PM: Malaysia to keep exploring oil and gas in South China Sea despite China's protests

Sep 5, 2024 | nst.com.my | Zuraimi Abdullah - |Zuraimi Abdullah

VLADIVOSTOK: Malaysia will not stop its exploration of potential oil and gas areas in the South China Sea, despite protests from China that the country has purportedly crossed the permitted borders. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stressed that the operation was carried out inside Malaysia, and there was no reason to commit provocative actions against China. "Regarding the area objected to by China, this is our area but we are open to discussions. But this oil exploration is in our waters.
Malaysia, Russia demand Israel stop violent, cruel attacks on Gaza

Sep 5, 2024 | nst.com.my | Zuraimi Abdullah - |Zuraimi Abdullah

VALDIVOSTOK: Malaysia and Russia agree that Israel should immediately stop the violent and cruel attacks on Gaza, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. At the same time, Malaysia respects the steps taken by Egypt to channel humanitarian aid, food and medicine to Gaza, said Anwar, in response to the accusations made by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against Egypt.
Malaysia given priority following Putin's personal BRICS summit invite to Anwar

Sep 5, 2024 | nst.com.my | Zuraimi Abdullah - |Zuraimi Abdullah

VALDIVOSTOK: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says President Vladimir Putin's personal invitation to attend the BRICS Summit in Russia next month reflects a priority accorded to Malaysia. Malaysia is among arguably dozens of countries that have applied to become a BRICS member. Anwar accepted the invitation, and the summit will be held in the Russian city of Kazan from Oct 22 to 24.
Putin expects new points of contact from Malaysia's Asean chairmanship

Sep 4, 2024 | nst.com.my | Zuraimi Abdullah - |Zuraimi Abdullah

VLADIVOSTOK: Russian President Vladimir Putin expects his country to find new points of contact with Asean during Malaysia's chairmanship of the grouping next year. "As you know, we've focused on developing our relations with Asean, and it's well-known that Malaysia is playing a leading role in the association.
Anwar says potential for further collaboration with Russia 'enormous'

Sep 4, 2024 | nst.com.my | Zuraimi Abdullah - |Zuraimi Abdullah

VLADIVOSTOK: Russian president Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim agree that the potential of further collaboration between Russia and Malaysia is "enormous". Anwar said Putrajaya is happy to continue working closely with Moscow to advance their relationship. Putin and Anwar came to this agreement in their bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the 9th Eastern Economic Forum (EEF 2024) here in Russia's largest port city in the Far East region.