Govt should look into philanthropy economy to complement fiscal policy
The promotion of a philanthropy economy could also complement the fiscal policy and help the country to prosper, says Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid.
Tue Jun 08 2021
COVID-19 Immunisation Program will increase investment - Economist
The National COVID-19 Immunisation Program will increase investment, thus making consumers spend more in the national market.
Sun Feb 21 2021
Modest foreign selling on Bursa Malaysia as October kicks in
Foreign fund net outflows in September inched higher to RM1.97 billion versus RM1.49 billion in August.
Mon Oct 05 2020
Bank Islam offers targeted repayment assistance for customers
Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd has strongly urged vulnerable customers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to approach its officers and staff for the best repayment arrangement as the current moratorium period
Mon Aug 03 2020
Speculation ends on Bank Islam CEO
BIMB Holdings has made Bank Islam's Deputy CEO, Khairul Kamarudin, as the new CEO, of their banking unit, Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd, for a three year term, beginning June 14.
Tue Jun 13 2017
Proactive measures a step in the right direction, says economist
The proactive measures announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak today to strengthen the economy is a step in the right direction, an economist said.
Mon Sep 14 2015
Bank Islam defends move to suspend chief economist
Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd has come out in strong defence of its recent move to suspend its Chief Economist pending the outcome.
Thu Feb 28 2013
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024