![Government confident national economic recovery on track Government confident national economic recovery on track](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/41659566016_YamaniHafezMusa.jpg)
Government confident national economic recovery on track
The government is confident Malaysia's economic recovery is on solid ground and on track to achieve growth of 5.3-6.3 pct this year.
Tue Aug 16 2022
![Dewan Rakyat passes two bills related to free zones, tourism tax Dewan Rakyat passes two bills related to free zones, tourism tax](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/81635837676_YamaniHafezMusa.jpg)
Dewan Rakyat passes two bills related to free zones, tourism tax
The Dewan Rakyat today passed the Free Zones (Amendment) Bill 2022 to amend the Free Zones Act 1990.
Wed Aug 03 2022
![Customs and excise amendment bills passed in Parliament Customs and excise amendment bills passed in Parliament](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-03/61648133201_YamaniHafezMusa.jpg)
Customs and excise amendment bills passed in Parliament
Parliament today passed the Customs (Amendment) Bill 2022 to amend the Customs Act 1967.
Wed Aug 03 2022
![Malaysia needs to focus on increasing economic resilience - Yamani Malaysia needs to focus on increasing economic resilience - Yamani](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/51639550915_yamanihafez.jpg)
Malaysia needs to focus on increasing economic resilience - Yamani
Yamani said that a stable financial market is important to boost foreign investors' confidence to invest in the domestic market.
Mon Aug 01 2022
![Act 731 to be fine-tuned to monitor illegal remittance activities Act 731 to be fine-tuned to monitor illegal remittance activities](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/51639550915_yamanihafez.jpg)
Act 731 to be fine-tuned to monitor illegal remittance activities
The move ensures more efficient and punitive action against remittance activities by illegal or registered remittance service providers.
Wed Mar 09 2022
![Over RM156 bln spent as of Nov 30 through four economic stimulus, aid packages Over RM156 bln spent as of Nov 30 through four economic stimulus, aid packages](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/41639371103_YamaniHafezMusa.jpg)
Over RM156 bln spent as of Nov 30 through four economic stimulus, aid packages
Almost 70 pct, or RM156.18 billion, of the RM225 billion allocated under the four economic stimulus and aid packages launched this year has been spent to stimulate the country's economy as of Nov 30.
Mon Dec 13 2021
![Govt to discuss proposal to expand BTHPRS to more bus, taxi operators - Yamani Hafez Govt to discuss proposal to expand BTHPRS to more bus, taxi operators - Yamani Hafez](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/41638257161_TimbalanMenteriKew.jpg)
Govt to discuss proposal to expand BTHPRS to more bus, taxi operators - Yamani Hafez
The MOF will discuss with various stakeholders the proposal to expand the BTHPRS to bus and taxi operators who fail to obtain the assistance scheme.
Tue Nov 30 2021
![Govt estimates at least RM3 bln from Prosperous Tax collection - Deputy Finance Minister II Govt estimates at least RM3 bln from Prosperous Tax collection - Deputy Finance Minister II](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/81635848099_TimbalanMenteriKew.jpg)
Govt estimates at least RM3 bln from Prosperous Tax collection - Deputy Finance Minister II
The government expects to collect at least RM3 billion through the implementation of the Prosperous Tax announced in Budget 2022, said Deputy Finance Minister II, Yamani Hafez Musa.
Tue Nov 02 2021
![Parliament unanimously passes PIDM Amendment 2021 Bill Parliament unanimously passes PIDM Amendment 2021 Bill](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/61632298634_YamaniHafezMusa.jpg)
Parliament unanimously passes PIDM Amendment 2021 Bill
The Dewan Rakyat today unanimously passed the Malaysia Deposit Insurance Corporation (Amendment) Bill 2021, which aims to improve the governance of the body.
Tue Oct 26 2021
![AKPK developing TRP to assist SME borrowers facing cash flow problems - Yamani Hafez AKPK developing TRP to assist SME borrowers facing cash flow problems - Yamani Hafez](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/61632298634_YamaniHafezMusa.jpg)
AKPK developing TRP to assist SME borrowers facing cash flow problems - Yamani Hafez
AKPK is developing a Temporary Relief Programme (TRP) to reduce the burden of individual and SME borrowers who are still having difficulty restoring their cash flow.
Mon Oct 11 2021
![ATM machine installation subject to banking industry's prerogative ATM machine installation subject to banking industry's prerogative](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/41632892090_atmcimbbank.jpg)
ATM machine installation subject to banking industry's prerogative
The installation of ATM in urban or rural areas is subject to the banking industry's consideration, said Yamani.
Wed Sep 29 2021
![Finance Ministry tables PIDM Amendment Bill for first reading Finance Ministry tables PIDM Amendment Bill for first reading](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/61632298634_YamaniHafezMusa.jpg)
Finance Ministry tables PIDM Amendment Bill for first reading
According to Section 47A(1), the first premium of Islamic and conventional deposits shall be calculated separately.
Thu Sep 23 2021
![Budget 2022: Govt, opposition start holding discussions Budget 2022: Govt, opposition start holding discussions](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/41632303148_TByamenimusa.jpg)
Budget 2022: Govt, opposition start holding discussions
The federal government has started holding discussions with the opposition before Budget 2022 to be tabled in Parliament in October.
Wed Sep 22 2021
![12 MPs appointed as PAC members 12 MPs appointed as PAC members](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-08/61597140714_parlimen.jpg)
12 MPs appointed as PAC members
Twelve MPs were today appointed as new Public Accounts Committee (PAC) members.
Tue Nov 03 2020
![Special council on MA63 to convene first meeting this month - Maximus Special council on MA63 to convene first meeting this month - Maximus](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-02/71454412061_MAXIMUSONGKILI.jpg)
Special council on MA63 to convene first meeting this month - Maximus
The Special Council on Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) is expected to convene for the first time this month to discuss and decide on matters that are important and need to be expedited and resolved.
Tue Nov 03 2020
![Lebanese search for dead in devastated villages as Israel withdraws Lebanese search for dead in devastated villages as Israel withdraws](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739948701_TBYaroun.jpg)
Lebanese search for dead in devastated villages as Israel withdraws
Hezbollah says Israel was still occupying Lebanese territory and put the onus on the Lebanese state to get Israeli forces out.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/41691592123_WangYi.jpg)
China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands
Beijing looks to improve its foothold in a region historically under the US sphere of influence.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739935395_tbVladimirPutinDon.jpg)
Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy
Washington's approach changes dramatically with the initial meeting between US and Russian negotiators.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739950345_PopeFrancis.jpg)
Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says
Doctors say a polymicrobial infection occurs when two or more micro-organisms are involved and can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81738903885_TBSaraDuterte.jpg)
Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court
Sara Duterte makes her first legal move to fight the case that could lead to her removal and lead to a lifetime ban from public office.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733723992_LewisHamilton.jpg)
Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch
I feel so full of life, so much energy, because everything's new and I'm just focused on what is up ahead, Hamilton says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739962942_SheikhMohamedbinZ.jpg)
UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians
The UAE's stance matters as its one of four Arab nations that normalised ties with Israel during Trumps first term.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739940935_TBTaylorSwift.jpg)
Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time
The megastar's "The Tortured Poets Department" record also topped four IFPI charts, the IFPI says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/71737096454_palestinegazaisr.jpg)
More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says
Years of rebuilding work, including clearing unexploded ordinance and millions of tonnes of rubble lie ahead.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739939398_TBLiewChinTong.jpg)
Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew
Liew Chin Tong says the restrictions would not affect the development of the domestic data centre ecosystem as a whole.
Wed Feb 19 2025