US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on imports from all countries has sparked concerns about the future of the low-carbon energy transition, as products such as solar panels, battery storage and electric vehicles (EVs) rely heavily on global supply chains.

The global clean energy supply chain

This year marks the 60th anniversary of bilateral relations between Malaysia and Singapore. Since the latter separated from the Federation of Malaya on Aug 9, 1965, trade, investment and tourism between the two countries have remained robust.

Six decades of strong ties between Malaysia and Singapore

The year 2024 marked the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Malaysia and the People’s Republic of China. In 1974, then prime minister Tun Abdul Razak Hussein cemented an official diplomatic relationship during a visit to Peking (now Beijing).

Ushering in another 50 golden years in Malaysia-China relations

Loss-making Widad Group Bhd (KL:WIDAD) has proposed to diversify its business by acquiring a piece of land for development in Negri Sembilan from a subsidiary of Hextar Technologies Solutions Bhd (KL:HEXTECH).

Frankly Speaking: Widad poised for an overhang

Last week, the Ministry of Economy became the first ministry to collaborate with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to set up a special team that will monitor projects approved by the ministry at the state and district levels.

Frankly Speaking: Kudos to Economy Ministry for setting up graft oversight team

TCS Group Holdings Bhd (KL:TCS) is undergoing a major shake-up in leadership and ownership as the construction and renewable energy player eyes growth opportunities in Sabah and Sarawak.

Frankly Speaking: A new chapter in the offing for TCS Group

Last Thursday (April 17), property developer Chin Hin Group Property Bhd (KL:CHGP) said it was teaming up with electrical home appliance distributor Fiamma Holdings Bhd (KL:FIAMMA) to develop a RM1.03 billion mixed-use project in the Kuala Lumpur city centre.

Frankly Speaking: CHGP-Fiamma property deal raises eyebrows

In journalism where truth and one’s reputation are at stake, every mistake — even unintentional — weighs heavily. The incomplete Jalur Gemilang front-paged by Sin Chew Daily was without doubt a grave mistake that any newsroom would not wish on another. It is a serious lapse that no Malaysian or Malaysian business in their right mind would want to make or dare joke about — especially with the crescent moon on the Jalur Gemilang representing Islam as the official religion. The Jalur Gemilang itself is a symbol of sovereignty and the country’s identity.

Frankly Speaking: Forgiving a grave mistake

Malaysian exports to the US were meant to be hit with a 24% tariff, effective April 9. Certain goods, such as semiconductors, were to be exempted. This was part of US President Donald Trump’s sweeping trade policy targeting countries that the US has large trade deficits with.

How much does Malaysia trade with the US?

As financial markets grapple with the volatility and uncertainty unleashed by US President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariffs, the initial public offering (IPO) space has not been spared.

Frankly Speaking: Fear spreads to IPO market

The Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) will implement road closures and diversions on several routes, in conjunction with the 2025 Kuala Lumpur OCBC Cycle, starting from 6am on Sunday.

Road closures, diversions for KL OCBC Cycle from 6am on Sunday

The chief executives of UK banks HSBC Holdings, Lloyds Banking Group, NatWest Group and Santander UK have written to Finance Minister Rachel Reeves asking her to abolish bank ring-fencing, Sky News reported on Saturday.

Top British bank chiefs urge finance minister to scrap ring-fencing in letter

Barisan Nasional (BN) successfully retained the Ayer Kuning state seat on Saturday, according to unofficial by-election results.

Unofficial: BN retains Ayer Kuning state seat

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy hailed the potential for “reliable and lasting peace” after speaking with US President Donald Trump at the Vatican.

Ukraine's Zelenskiy hails potential historic outcome after Trump talks

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attended a ceremony for the launch of a "new multipurpose destroyer", state media KCNA reported on Saturday.

North Korea unveils new 'Kim Jong Un style' 5,000-tonne warship

EDGE WEEKLY: Taking flight

PKR vice-president Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad confirmed he had sent a protest letter to the party’s Central Election Committee (JPP) regarding several issues related to the Setiawangsa division head election results.

Nik Nazmi sends protest letter to PKR committee over Setiawangsa divisional election results

A US judge has set a May 2 hearing to discuss remedies the US Justice Department and a group of states might ask the court to impose on Google after it ruled the Alphabet unit illegally dominates two markets for online advertising technology.

US judge sets May 2 hearing to discuss remedies in Google digital ads lawsuit

ByteDance, the Chinese parent company of TikTok, is weighing a major investment in a data centre in Brazil, three people familiar with the matter told Reuters, tapping abundant wind energy on the country's northeast coast.

TikTok owner could invest in data centre in Brazil — Reuters

Ukraine is experiencing major outages in payments, banking and online services, local media and providers reported on Saturday.

Ukraine seeing major outages in banking and online services

Reference is made to the publication in The Edge of an article entitled “Maybank CFO’s sacking-the allegations and rebuttals” of April 28, 2025.

Maybank: Information in The Edge article on CFO dismissal incomplete

US President Donald Trump suggested another delay to his higher so-called “reciprocal” tariffs is unlikely, raising pressure on nations to negotiate trade deals with his administration.

Trump doubtful on another tariff pause, wants China concessions

A shipment&nbsp;of Malaysian palm oil from Sabah totalling 100,000 tonnes entered the storage depot at the Port of Liverpool, England, on April 5, said Malaysian High Commissioner to the UK and Northern Ireland&nbsp;Datuk Zakri Jaafar.

CPTPP: Consignment of Malaysian palm oil totalling 100,000 tonnes enters UK tariff-free

US Federal Reserve (Fed) chair Jerome Powell used a gathering of finance chiefs from around the world to stress that central banks must be shielded from politics to ensure they can focus on keeping inflation stable and employment high, according to people who listened to his remarks.

Defying Trump, Powell said to tell world's finance chiefs 'central banks must be shielded from politics'

US President Donald Trump said he would “absolutely” sign a bill banning congressional stock trading, saying he is concerned lawmakers could be using insider information for an advantage.

Trump says he would 'absolutely' sign bill banning congressional stock trades

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy hailed the potential for “reliable and lasting peace” after speaking with US President Donald Trump at the Vatican.

Citadel founder Ken Griffin extended his&nbsp;criticism&nbsp;of the Trump administration’s trade policy, saying that tariffs won’t bring back American manufacturing jobs the way that the US president anticipates, and the country should play to its strengths instead.&nbsp;

Citadel founder criticises Trump tariffs: 'These jobs are not coming back’ 

Elon Musk’s xAI Holdings is in talks with investors to raise roughly US$20 billion (RM87.48 billion) in funding for his newly combined artificial intelligence (AI) start-up and social media business, according to people familiar with the matter.&nbsp;

Musk’s xAI Holdings in talks to raise US$20b, Bloomberg reports

Royalty, presidents, prime ministers and a legion of faithful arrived in St&nbsp;Peter's Square on Saturday to pay their last respects to&nbsp;Pope&nbsp;Francis&nbsp;at a&nbsp;funeral mass&nbsp;to honour his sometimes turbulent papacy.

Royalty and presidents join multitude of mourners at Pope Francis' funeral

Google is the only company that can offer the level of features and functionality that its popular Chrome web browser has today, given its “interdependencies” on other parts of the Alphabet Inc&nbsp;unit, the head of Chrome testified.&nbsp;

Only Google can run Chrome, company’s browser chief tells judge

There will be road closures and diversions around the Bukit Jalil National Stadium from 2pm on Saturday, in conjunction with the 2024-2025 Malaysia Cup final between Johor Darul Ta'zim and Sri Pahang FC.

Road closures, diversions for Malaysia Cup final

PKR vice-president Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad confirmed he had sent a&nbsp;protest letter to the party’s&nbsp;Central Election Committee (JPP) regarding several issues related to the Setiawangsa division head&nbsp;election results.

US President Donald Trump’s administration is putting pressure on Europe to ditch a rulebook that would compel developers of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) to follow stricter standards of transparency, risk-mitigation and copyright rules.

Trump administration pressures Europe to ditch AI rulebook

A Jeff Bezos-backed start-up aims to appeal to American car buyers’ patriotism and pocketbooks.&nbsp;

Bezos-backed start-up launches cheap, US-made electric pickup

China’s DiDi Global Inc&nbsp;is quietly recruiting new drivers in Hong Kong as it looks to grow outside of mainland China.

The move sets the Chinese ride-hailing pioneer up for close competition with Uber Technologies Inc&nbsp;in a financial hub where regulations governing the sector are still in flux, providing a window for rivals to win market share. DiDi has been offering limited taxi services in Hong Kong for some time, but lacks a ride-share option.

China’s DiDi recruits ride-hailing drivers in Hong Kong push

The&nbsp;Health Ministry (MOH) is closely monitoring two key issues following the tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump, particularly those affecting medical devices and pharmaceutical products.

MOH closely monitoring new US tariffs, focusing on medical devices, pharmaceutical products

Singapore&nbsp;has ordered Facebook parent Meta to block&nbsp;Singaporeans' access to posts made by foreigners, ahead of a national election under rules restricting their social media posts.

Singapore orders foreigners' Facebook posts taken down under new election rules

The Asean&nbsp;Power Grid (APG) is a pillar that can strengthen&nbsp;cooperation among&nbsp;the bloc’s member states, according to Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

Asean Power Grid set to strengthen regional cooperation, says Fadillah

Nissan&nbsp;Motor wants to end vehicle production at its Wuhan plant in China by March 31, 2026, two sources with knowledge of the plan said.

Nissan wants to end vehicle production at Wuhan plant, Reuters reports

China will take measures to achieve its annual economic growth target of around 5% despite escalating trade tensions and uncertainties, the country’s finance minister said in Washington earlier this week.&nbsp;

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