Ringgit opens marginally higher vs US dollar, traders await Budget 2025
Dr. Mohd Afzanizam says Budget 2025, set for tabling today, is key, with traders likely focusing on next years fiscal deficit targets.
Fri Oct 18 2024
The Economy with Ibrahim Sani: Budget 2025: The case for a multi-year tax framework
This episode will explores the rationale behind implementing a structured, long-term approach to tax reform in Malaysia. It highlights the need for a framework that spans multiple years to ensure more effective tax policies, prevent economic shocks, and accommodate evolving market dynamics.
Thu Oct 10 2024
OPR likely to be unchanged; Ringgit forecast at 4.25 vs USD year-end - Kenanga
Fiscal policy shifts and external risks, such as geopolitical tensions, could still influence the central bank's stance, says Kenanga.
Tue Oct 08 2024
Vietnam fishing boat attacked near contested South China Sea islands, media reports
Vietnamese fishermen injured after foreign vessel attacked their boat near disputed Paracel Islands claimed by China and Vietnam.
Tue Oct 01 2024
Presence of whales indicates healthy Malaysian marine ecosystem - Fisheries Dept
According to DOF, the sighting of marine mammals allowed them to document their migration patterns.
Mon Sep 16 2024
Diesel smuggling syndicate: MACC freezes RM36 million in bank accounts
The syndicate misappropriated diesel for fishermen's associations and engaged in alleged enforcement malpractices.
Thu Aug 29 2024
Hidden hands behind youth vaping surge
M'sia has not increased tobacco taxes for eight consecutive years, missing critical opportunities to reduce consumption via fiscal measures.
Fri Aug 23 2024
INSIGHT - Bangladesh student protesters plan new party to cement their revolution
Their hope: to avoid a repeat of the last 15 years, in which Sheikh Hasina ruled the country of some 170 million with an iron fist.
Sun Aug 18 2024
MPA harap kerajaan nilai semula kursus fisioterapi bawah TVET
MPA menyuarakan harapan supaya Kerajaan Persekutuan menilai semula keputusan memasukkan kursus fisioterapi ke dalam program Pendidikan dan Latihan Teknikal dan Vokasional (TVET) kebangsaan.
Sun Aug 11 2024
Short of female free divers, Japanese sea festival turns to volunteers
Japan's storied "ama" prayed for an abundant catch in a ceremony held by these female free divers for decades.
Sun Jul 28 2024
Govt committed to reducing debt-to-GDP ratio to 60% within five years - Treasury sec-gen
The government is committed to reducing its borrowings within a five-year timeframe to ensure a stronger and sustainable fiscal position.
Tue Jul 23 2024
Govt remains committed to implementing structural reforms, fiscal strengthening
The ministry said this will boost Malaysia's long-term foreign investor appeal, strengthening the ringgit.
Wed Jul 10 2024
Every cent saved from diesel subsidy cut will be fairly returned to the people - PM
The targetted diesel subsidy was carried out due to excessive leakage of the fuel, especially involving the use by foreign fishing vessels.
Fri Jun 14 2024
Targeted fuel subsidy will help consolidate govt's fiscal position - Economists
Shan Saeed said more countries are now removing subsidies and move to a more market-driven approach.
Tue Jun 11 2024
RM4 bln estimated savings from diesel subsidy to free up govt fiscal space
BUDI MADANI will benefit 700,000 diesel vehicle owners in total, covering about half of active diesel vehicles in Peninsular Malaysia.
Fri May 31 2024
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