BERLIN, May 14 — Malaysia and Italy have agreed to initiate a strategic partnership in defence, including a proposed government-to-government (G2G) memorandum of understanding (MOU) on asset procurement.

PORT DICKSON, May 9 — The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) is set to receive four Augusta Westland AW189 Medium Lift helicopters in stages next year, which will enhance its operational capabilities.

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 — RM12 billion has been allocated to the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) to acquire assets and enhance the country's defence capabilities this year, said Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin.

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 11 — The ringgit is likely to trade under pressure against the greenback next week amid profit-taking activities, said an economist.