Cautious outlook on M’sia exports


As a trading nation, Malaysia requires her people to have high proficiency in English, which is the international language.

PETALING JAYA: The outlook for Malaysia’s exports remains uncertain, particularly in the second half of the year, as it heavily depends on how the US-China trade tensions play out.

According to the Socio-Economic Research Centre (SERC), escalating trade tensions and higher tariffs could further impact business and financial market sentiment, slowing investment and trade.

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