Over 30,000 applicants will receive first BUDI MADANI cash assistance on June 10 - MoF
MoF says, farmers, small-scale commodity growers have been approved for the financial aid, with first RM200 disbursement set for June 10.
Thu Jun 06 2024
Chicken subsidies end today, savings allocated to boost welfare initiatives
The govt guarantees there will be no sudden price hikes for this essential commodity and assures of a consistent and sufficient supply.
Wed Nov 01 2023
Notepad With Ibrahim Sani: Global Economic Shift Dynamic
In the past three months, the global economic environment has undergone significant changes, characterized by a mix of recovery and challenges. Factors such as supply chain disruptions, rising commodity prices, shifting consumer behavior, and central bank policies have influenced global trade patterns, financial markets, and investor sentiment. Additionally, currency fluctuations and political events have impacted bond markets to varying degrees. #NotepadWithIbrahimSani
Mon Jul 17 2023
Mountain forests disappearing at alarming rate - Study
Key drivers of the loss are commercial logging, wildfires, "slash-and-burn" cultivation and commodity agriculture, study reveals.
Mon Mar 20 2023
Malaysia-Indonesia mission to the European Union to be in May - DPM Fadillah
Malaysia's joint mission with Indonesia to the EU) to deal with the bloc's restrictions on the entry of various commodity products will be carried out in May, said DPM Fadillah Yusof.
Fri Feb 10 2023
Zuraida asks Sarawak govt to give more land for pepper cultivation
Zuraida said Sarawak is indeed suitable for the cultivation of the commodity, thus meeting the growing demand for pepper.
Thu Aug 25 2022
Don't hoard, ration cooking oil - Annuar
Those directly involved in the ecosystem for production and sale of palm-based cooking oil should avoid hoarding or rationing the commodity following the setting of its maximum price.
Sun Aug 07 2022
Short-term rates to remain stable on BNM's operations
Liquidity is estimated at RM41.04 billion in the conventional system and RM28.96 billion in Islamic funds.
Wed Jul 27 2022
Malaysia's inflationary pressure to remain stable with the receding global commodity prices: MIDF
MIDF Research said Malaysia's palm oil price has been trending downward below RM4,000 per tonne mark since early July 2022.
Tue Jul 19 2022
Mongin: Ministry to probe claim of Sarawak buying Kalimantan FFB
Touching on the plummeting price of the commodity, Mongin urged oil palm farmers in the state not to replace it with other commodity crops.
Tue Jul 12 2022
MAFI monitoring fuel cost increase
MAFI is always monitoring the price of fuel including diesel to ensure that any price increase of the commodity will not affect the country's food sector, especially the fishery sub-sector.
Thu Jun 23 2022
Malaysia to review exports of palm kernel cake
Zuraida said a lot of the commodity is exported to cater for the European cattle industry.
Tue May 31 2022
Malaysia open to collaborations to ensure sustainability in agri-commodities - Zuraida
Zuraida said Malaysia has been at the forefront of promoting palm oil and palm biomass in the manufacturing sector.
Wed May 25 2022
Malaysia among economies to win big from high commodity prices - Moody's Analytics
Central banks have snapped into action, with bank governors in the Philippines and Malaysia raising rates, Rogers said.
Tue May 24 2022
National textile industry has huge potential - PM
The country's textile industry especially unique and creative fabrics such as weaving and batik has great potential to bring the nation to the international stage and become a profitable commodity.
Tue May 10 2022
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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024