ANALYSIS - Spurred by shared grievances, BRICS gathers pace
The BRICS club of emerging economies may be a long way from rivalling the IMF or challenging US dollar dominance.
Sat Oct 26 2024
Consider This: Energy Transition — Powering ASEAN
ASEAN is at a pivotal moment in its energy transition journey, with countries across the region setting ambitious goals to decarbonize their economies. Malaysia, too, has committed to significant reforms, but how do we stack up against our neighbours? And as we assume the chair of ASEAN, what role can we play in driving a coordinated regional effort towards energy transition? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Kavita Gandhi, Executive Director of the Sustainable Energy Association of Singapore.
Mon Oct 14 2024
BRICS financial bloc to hold meeting on October 11- Russian Ministry
The meeting will also focus on improving international monetary and financial system, global economic prospects, BRICS countries' economies.
Mon Oct 07 2024
Malaysia could share expertise with BRICS’ Global South economies - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the Global South currently accounts for roughly 40 per cent of the world's economic output.
Thu Sep 05 2024
Why financial inclusion is the key to a thriving digital economy
1.4 billion people lack access to financial resources, highlighting a significant gap in financial inclusion in developing economies.
Sat Aug 03 2024
G20 finance ministers meet to seek consensus before US election
Negotiators from the G20 major economies have agreed to leave discussion of the conflicts out of a joint statement by the finance leaders gathering on July 25-26 in Rio de Janeiro.
Mon Jul 22 2024
Global South and global growth: Here's what leaders are saying
There is growing cooperation among peer economies, and the Global South is finding a 'louder voice', experts say.
Sat Jun 29 2024
Cancer care is more than survival
Addressing not just the medical but the broader aspects of cancer care can benefit patients, communities and economies.
Sat Feb 10 2024
Vietnam 2023 economic growth slows to 5.05%, missing government target
Though this year's growth is below a government target of 6.5%, it is still a positive result, putting Vietnam in the group of the fastest growing economies in the region and in the world.
Fri Dec 29 2023
PM speaks on Gaza at APEC Leaders meet, stuns member economies
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim voiced out about the bloodbath that is happening in Gaza Strip amid Israel's relentless air and ground attack.
Fri Nov 17 2023
How clouds protect coral reefs, but will not be enough to save them from us
Coral reefs provide food and livelihoods and protect coastlines from storms, contribute to local economies and preserve cultural heritage.
Sat Oct 14 2023
Report: World economy to grow by 3.1 pct annually in the remaining 12MP period
The Economy Ministry said the emerging markets and developing economies' GDP would expand by 4.0 pct during the period.
Mon Sep 11 2023
Malaysia aims to be among top 30 largest economies within 10 years - PM
The main focus is on economic restructuring towards making Malaysia an economic leader in Asia, PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.
Thu Jul 27 2023
It's time to move beyond the welfare state to the wellbeing state
To work out how to best integrate wellbeing initiatives into public policy, the question of what is wellbeing first needs to be settled.
Sun Jun 11 2023
Pent-up demand promises record tourist season for southern Europe
Tourism is back with a vengeance to boost the economies of southern Europe as sun-seekers make up for lost time.
Sat May 20 2023
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