
Asian shares rally as China introduces largest stimulus since pandemic
Asian stocks surged on Tuesday, driven by China's central bank unveiling its boldest stimulus in years to support its economy.
Tue Sep 24 2024

Srettha, Anwar to meet in Tokyo to discuss joint cooperation in various fields
Both the Prime Ministers are in Tokyo, Japan to attend the the 29th International Conference on the Future of Asia (Nikkei Conference).
Fri May 24 2024

Geopolitics, digitalisation and climate change intertwined in policymaking - PM
Straightforward preemptive measures have boosted confidence that Malaysia's economic footing will not be shaky.
Thu May 23 2024

PM tells Nikkei Asia his views on hypocrisy surrounding Gaza crisis and woes within ASEAN
PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said no country should unilaterally decide on the sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Mon Dec 18 2023

Asian shares subdued after Fed hints at rate pause
Asian shares inched higher after the Fed Reserve hinted it could pause interest rate hikes following turmoil in the banking sector.
Thu Mar 23 2023

Apple suppliers to make Apple Watch and MacBook in Vietnam - Nikkei
Luxshare Precision Industry and iPhone assembler Foxconn have started test production of Apple Watch and MacBook in Northern Vietnam.
Wed Aug 17 2022

Malaysia PM downplays early poll talk, citing inflation risks - Nikkei
An election is not due until 2023 but Ismail Sabri has been facing pressure from some in UMNO to call for an early vote.
Tue May 31 2022

PM Ismail Sabri meets Singapore counterpart in Tokyo
Both the leaders are in Japan for the Nikkei's 27th International Conference on the Future of Asia.
Wed May 25 2022

Ismail Sabri congratulates Malaysian Family for achievement in Nikkei COVID-19 Recovery Index
Ismail Sabri today congratulated and expressed his appreciation to the Malaysian Family after the country ranked 13th in the latest Nikkei COVID-19 Recovery Index.
Thu Jan 13 2022

Malaysia's Nikkei Recovery Index ranking due to strong public-private teamwork
The success of Malaysia's PICK has been instrumental in Malaysia being ranked 13th in the Nikkei COVID-19 Recovery Index after nearly two years of battling the pandemic.
Mon Jan 10 2022

Malaysia ranks 13th in Nikkei COVID-19 recovery index - Health DG
The Nikkei COVID-19 Recovery Index ranks about 120 countries or regions on infection management, vaccine rollouts and social mobility.
Mon Jan 10 2022

MCMC denies allegation of blocking access to international news portals
In a statement, the MCMC stressed that the allegation was not true and was meant to mislead internet users in Malaysia.
Wed Aug 25 2021

Apple to upgrade budget handset to 5G, drop iPhone Mini from 2022 lineup - Nikkei
The company will start selling a 5G version of the budget iPhone SE in the first half of 2022.
Wed Jul 21 2021

Japan Inc lag far behind women empowerment in management roles: Reuters poll
Women make up less than 10 pct of the management in most Japanese companies.
Fri Jun 18 2021

Japanese journalist detained in Myanmar
Freelance journalist Yuki Kitazumi was picked up from his home and taken into custody by troops on Sunday night.
Mon Apr 19 2021

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Only seven countries met WHO air quality standards in 2024, data shows
Only Australia, New Zealand, the Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Estonia and Iceland made the grade, according to IQAir.
Wed Mar 12 2025