Malaysia, Cambodia enable instant cross-border QR payments - BNM
BNM says consumers and merchants in both countries will be able to make and receive instant cross-border QR payments under this initiative.
Thu Sep 19 2024
Don't be duped by scammers providing eMADANI cash out
Fahmi Fadzil has advised the public not to be duped by scammers providing cash-out of eMADANI credit of RM100.
Tue Dec 05 2023
Eligible Malaysians can redeem eMadani credit from today
The applicant need to complete an electronic identity verification with their selected e-wallet provider before applying an eMADANI credit.
Mon Dec 04 2023
No charges imposed on DuitNow QR merchants at present, says Maybank
Rest assured that all merchants may continue to accept Duitnow QR payments with no charge, as is the practice today, Maybank said.
Fri Sep 29 2023
Malaysia, Singapore launch cross-border QR code payments connectivity
This payment linkage will allow customers to make retail payments by scanning DuitNow QR and NETS QR codes, BNM and MAS said.
Fri Mar 31 2023
Critical for Malaysia to have efficient cross-border payment to support trade - BNM Governor
Nor Shamsiah said BNM is now pursuing multiple efforts on many fronts such as by linking DuitNow, its fast payment system, with ASEAN.
Thu Jul 14 2022
Sukuk Prihatin a good idea, avoids borrowing from external banks - DON
The Sukuk Prihatin programme, which is open to Malaysians aged 18 years and above, enables the government to avoid borrowing from commercial lenders, especially from external banks.
Wed Aug 19 2020
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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024