Allocation for training in banking industry still below global benchmark
The Malaysian banking industry, on average, only allocated around three per cent of employee payroll for their annual training expenditure, said Bank Negara Malaysia Governor Datuk Muhammad Ibrahim.
Tue Apr 18 2017
Challenging 2017 but a better global environment - BNM Governor
"The only certainty (for the world economy now) is more uncertainty in 2017," said BNM Governor Datuk Muhammad Ibrahim who amazed many with his witty humour for someone who is known to be serious.
Thu Mar 23 2017
Malaysian economy to expand btw 4.3-4.8 pct this year, says BNM Governor
The country's economy is projected to expand between 4.3 and 4.8 per cent this year driven by domestic demand and support from the external sector, says BNM Governor Datuk Muhammad Ibrahim.
Thu Mar 23 2017
Bank Negara to work closer with regional central banks
Governor Datuk Muhammad Ibrahim said the central bank had long been a strong supporter of financial economic integration in ASEAN and Asia.
Fri Dec 23 2016
Drop in ringgit not as bad as claimed - PM Najib
Najib, who is also Finance Minister, says he had talked to Bank Negara Malaysia Governor Datuk Muhammad Ibrahim on the performance of the ringgit.
Mon Nov 28 2016
Moderate global economic expansion in Q3 2016 - BNM
The Malaysian economy has expanded by 4.3 per cent in the third quarter of 2016, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Muhammad Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 11 2016
Bank Negara Malaysia will not peg ringgit - Governor
Bank Negara Malaysia will not peg the ringgit despite the recent volatility the currency has been facing due to external enviroment, Governor Datuk Muhammad Ibrahim announced today.
Fri Nov 11 2016
Bank Negara Malaysia concludes investigation into 1MDB
BNM has concluded its investigation into 1Malaysia Development Bhd following the payment of a compound by the company, said Governor Datuk Muhammad Ibrahim.
Thu May 26 2016
Government will honour all debt obligations, says BNM governor
Bank Negara Malaysia Governor Datuk Muhammad Ibrahim expressed confidence today that the government will honour all its debt obligations.
Wed May 11 2016
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