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
IMF chief sees higher chance of global growth below 2% in 2023
This was due to continued effects of the war in Ukraine and simultaneous slowdowns in Europe, China and the United States.
Fri Dec 02 2022
Rising interest rates in US will hinder foreign economies
The fallout can be felt beyond Americas borders, hitting shopkeepers in Sri Lanka, farmers in Mozambique and families in poorer countries around the world.
Thu May 05 2022
Besieged Ukrainians endure bombardments, with no breakthrough in talks
Putin's war in Ukraine enters its third week as hundreds of thousands of civilians remained trapped in Ukrainian cities.
Fri Mar 11 2022
No exit from zero-COVID: China struggles to find policy off-ramp
Kristalina Georgieva, managing director of the International Monetary Fund, called on China last week to "reassess" its approach.
Thu Jan 27 2022
IMF chief says Omicron could dent global economic growth
Omicron has spread rapidly to at least 40 countries since it was first reported in South Africa last week.
Sat Dec 04 2021
IMF's Georgieva accuses former World Bank President Kim's office of manipulation
Georgieva also accused the office of the World Bank's past president, Jim Kong Kim, of manipulation.
Sat Sep 25 2021
Low vaccination rates in some countries "dangerous" for everyone: IMF Chief
Georgieva noted that countries with more fiscal space and rapid vaccinations are coming out of the crisis faster.
Wed Jun 02 2021
Global economy's recovery hinges on stimulus, virus battle, officials say
Global finance leaders on Tuesday said the world economy had escaped a coronavirus-triggered collapse so far, but warned that failure to conquer the pandemic could crush a fragile recovery.
Wed Oct 14 2020
Climate change poses 'profound threat' to global growth - IMF chief
Climate change poses a serious threat to global growth, the head of the International Monetary Fund said on Monday, urging the world's top emitters to agree on a floor for carbon prices.
Tue Oct 13 2020
World Bank says ready to mobilize financing for Lebanon blast recovery
The World Bank Group said on Wednesday it stands ready to assess Lebanon's damage and needs after a devastating Beirut port explosion.
Thu Aug 06 2020
IMF cancels debt payments for 6 months for 25 poor nations
The fund approved $500 million to cancel debt payments for 25 of the world's most impoverished countries so they can help tackle the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tue Apr 14 2020
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024