BNM's international reserves at US$115.5 bln as at Jan 15, 2025
The central bank says the reserves position is sufficient to finance 4.9 months of imports of goods and services.
Wed Jan 22 2025
ANALYSIS - Spurred by shared grievances, BRICS gathers pace
The BRICS club of emerging economies may be a long way from rivalling the IMF or challenging US dollar dominance.
Sat Oct 26 2024
IMF chief says world economy at risk of low-growth malaise, rising dissatisfaction
The IMF releases new economic forecasts showing that global GDP growth will decline slightly by 20.9 to 3.1 pct from 3.2 pct this year.
Fri Oct 25 2024
Key insights from 1st day of WEF special meeting in Saudi capital
Kristalina Georgieva stressed three economic priorities on inflation, fiscal buffers, and geopolitical fragmentation.
Mon Apr 29 2024
[OPINION] We need to restart the economic growth engine - but this time, it must work for all
We are living through arguably one of the most complicated, unpredictable geopolitical and geoeconomic environments in decades.
Mon Apr 29 2024
Amir Hamzah leads Malaysian delegation to IMF, WBG spring meetings
MoF said the meetings provide a platform to discuss bilateral and multilateral issues between Malaysia, WBG, IMF and other member countries.
Thu Apr 18 2024
Pakistan's Shehbaz Sharif takes oath as prime minister, directs team to talk with IMF
Shehbaz Sharif officially becomes prime minister for a second time.
Tue Mar 05 2024
Malaysia's real GDP to rise 4.3 pct in 2024 on higher global export demand
According to IMF, this would mainly be driven by higher global export demand, particularly from the technology sector.
Wed Oct 18 2023
[COLUMNIST] BRICS: Game changer?
With the accession of the six new members, -BRICS Pluss- share of the global population will be at 45% (3.7 billion) and its share of the worlds territory at 30%
Tue Sep 19 2023
Sri Lanka parliament passes anti-corruption bill without vote - speaker
The legislation was passed without a vote in the 225-member parliament as part of requirements linked to a $2.9 billion bailout from IMF.
Wed Jul 19 2023
[COLUMNIST] De-dollarisation: Elbowing USD in a multipolar world
Throughout history, the US has often attempted to resolve its economic issues through military interventions across the globe.
Wed Jun 14 2023
Malaysia urged to develop revenue strategy to boost low taxes - IMF
The IMF said the 2023 Budget lacks specific medium-term revenue-enhancing measures and a timeline for the medium-term revenue strategy.
Fri Jun 02 2023
World yet to find currency to replace or even compete with Dollar - US Investor
Countries are making efforts to move away from the US dollar, but have yet to find a currency that could substitute or at least compete with it, renowned American investor Jim Rogers told Sputnik.
Wed May 17 2023
Sri Lanka flags return to growth, protesters demand tax cuts
Doctors and university teachers working at state-run hospitals and universities started a 24-hour strike, warning of longer strikes.
Thu Feb 09 2023
BNM's international reserves widen to US$110.3 bil as at Dec 15, 2022
BNM said the reserves position is sufficient to finance 5.3 months of imports of goods and services.
Thu Dec 22 2022
WEF2025: Cutting Through Cybercomplexity
Escalating cyberattacks, geopolitical instability and unprecedented technological shifts cast a shadow on an organization’s resilience.
What emerging trends will reshape the cybersecurity model and how can global leaders harness these insights to build a more secure and equitable digital future?
What emerging trends will reshape the cybersecurity model and how can global leaders harness these insights to build a more secure and equitable digital future?
Wed Jan 22 2025
WEF2025: ASEAN, Even Stronger Together
WEF2025: ASEAN, Even Stronger Together
Building on its strong economic growth of 4.7% in 2024, ASEAN is seeking to boost labour productivity to maintain its competitiveness amid intensifying geo-economic competition.
How can the region leverage its diversity and deepen collaboration with partners to strengthen the third largest population bloc in the world?
Building on its strong economic growth of 4.7% in 2024, ASEAN is seeking to boost labour productivity to maintain its competitiveness amid intensifying geo-economic competition.
How can the region leverage its diversity and deepen collaboration with partners to strengthen the third largest population bloc in the world?
Wed Jan 22 2025
AWANI Tonight: 22th Jan 2025
#AWANITonight with Hafiz Marzukhi
- PM shares his thoughts on BRICS and China at WEF 2025
- Oriental Kopi's listing at ACE Market. What to expect?
#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
- PM shares his thoughts on BRICS and China at WEF 2025
- Oriental Kopi's listing at ACE Market. What to expect?
#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
Wed Jan 22 2025
AWANI Tonight: All eyes on Oriental Kopi’s ACE market debut
Will the hype over Oriental Kopi carry over to the stock market during its ACE Market debut on Jan 23? Astro AWANI Correspondent Faye Kwan breaks down the buzz and what to expect from the F&B chain’s IPO listing.
Wed Jan 22 2025
AWANI Tonight: What challenges lie ahead for post-Assad Syria?
Astro AWANI is the first Malaysian news brand to enter Syria following the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime. Astro AWANI’s Social Media Editor, Hilal Azmi, reports from Damascus on the current situation and the country’s ongoing recovery.
Wed Jan 22 2025
AWANI Tonight: WEF 2025: Highlights from conversation with PM Anwar
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim engaged in a special dialogue with World Economic Forum founder Professor Klaus Schwab in Davos, addressing crucial topics on technology, trade, and geopolitics. For more insights, Astro AWANI’s Lead Editor, Najib Aroff, reports from Switzerland.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Probe against man suspected of using fake title, providing illegal Ayurvedic treatment
Police say the man is suspected of offering Ayurvedic treatment without a license or Health Ministry approval.
Wed Jan 22 2025
[COLUMNIST] Into the dense fog of the Petronas-Petros dispute
Sarawak is within its right to reclaim its gas distribution, and the federal government should honour this, says EMIR Research.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Trump delivers fresh tariff threats against EU, China
Trump says the EU and other countries also had troubling trade surpluses with the United States.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Woman jailed three years for beating son to death
The results of the autopsy confirmed the boy died due to blunt trauma to the head and abdomen.
Wed Jan 22 2025