PM checks on final preparations for Budget 2025
The Prime Minister will table Budget 2025 in Parliament at 4 pm tomorrow.
Thu Oct 17 2024
OPR decision will continue to be driven by domestic factors - Amir Hamzah
Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan says the current OPR of 3.0 per cent is conducive to supporting economic growth.
Wed Oct 16 2024
Oct 30 decision on whether Najib to enter defence in 1MDB case
Justice Datuk Collin Lawrence Sequerah will decide whether to call Najib to enter his defence on the charges or to acquit him.
Thu Oct 03 2024
Strong economic fundamentals driving ringgit's growth - BNM Governor
Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed said Malaysia's projected economic growth rate of 4.0-5.0 per cent for this year is also a positive factor.
Thu Oct 03 2024
AKPK reports 53,000 under-30s owe RM1.9 bln - Amir Hamzah
Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan reveals that 28% of Malaysian working adults have borrowed money to buy essential goods, according to AKPK.
Tue Oct 01 2024
MITI launches Circular Economy Policy Framework to promote sustainable manufacturing growth
The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has launched the Circular Economy Policy Framework with the aim of reformulating fossil-fuel-based industrial models
Thu Sep 26 2024
Findings on GISBH's alleged deviant practices should be presented to S'got Fatwa Committee
Tan Sri Abdul Aziz says this step is necessary, to determine whether GISBH and its network's activities deviate from teachings of Islam.
Tue Sep 17 2024
Baby in cement: Perak Police seek cooperation of state Immigration Dept
The baby's body was found by the owner of the house who had rented the premises to the suspect for the past three years.
Mon Sep 09 2024
Malaysia ready to resume FTA negotations with EU - Tengku Zafrul
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul said the govt will ensure that the negotiations will provide a 'win-win situation' for the EU and Malaysia.
Thu Sep 05 2024
Sydney Dialogue: Deputy Sec-Gen stresses ASEAN's resilience in face of global challenges
Datuk Astanah Abdul Aziz underscores the link between economic issues and regional security during the Sydney Dialogue.
Mon Sep 02 2024
Budget 2025: MITI, MOHE to present proposals on talent development to MOF
Tengku Zafrul said both ministries are sharing ideas and collaborating to ensure the nation has a robust AI-ready workforce.
Tue Aug 27 2024
Nenggiri by-election: Two weeks of intense campaign ends at midnight
Voters will choose their representative tomorrow in the Nenggiri state by-election.
Fri Aug 16 2024
Malaysia needs to continue as 'neutral' country to become primary investment destination - Tengku Zafrul
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said Malaysia's economy is open and has established cooperative relations with all countries.
Wed Aug 14 2024
Mahkota by-election: Polling on Sept 28, Nomination in Sept 14 - EC
Datuk Seri Ramlan Harun today announced that the nomination day and early voting for the by-election are scheduled for Sept 14 and Sept 24.
Tue Aug 13 2024
Malaysia, Palestine to ink trade MoU, set up Joint Business Council - Tengku Zafrul
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said under the MoU, trade between the two countries will increase.
Mon Aug 12 2024
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