Willingness to address US concerns a positive


Apex Securities said Malaysia may need to pivot to increasing imports of US goods.

PETALING JAYA: The 25% tariff imposed on Malaysia is likely due to Trump administration’s dissatisfaction with the concessions offered so far, says Apex Securities.

Earlier this week, Investment, Trade and Industry Minister (Miti) Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said the United States had urged Malaysia to lift foreign equity restrictions in key sectors as part of ongoing tariff negotiations.

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