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
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
Malaysia’s trade records 10.2 per cent jump, exceeds RM2 trillion mark in first nine months of 2024
According to the World Trade Organisation's forecast, Asia's exports are expected to rise by 7.4 per cent in 2024.
Fri Oct 18 2024
MPOC expects CPO prices to stay above RM4,000 in October amid market fluctuations
MPOC attributed the elevated prices to market uncertainties and a significant year-over-year decline in Malaysia's palm oil inventories.
Wed Oct 16 2024
INSIGHT - Tesla gambles on ‘black box’ AI tech for robotaxis
The automaker is widely expected to showcase a prototype called the "Cybercab" rather than a road-ready driverless taxi.
Fri Oct 11 2024
500,000 AI-based jobs expected in Malaysia within six years
Sri Ganes said collaboration between SG TVET Group Bhd and the US Artificial Intelligence Institute aims to accelerate AI adoption in M'sia.
Thu Oct 10 2024
ASEAN Summits: PM continues regional dialogues on second day
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is expected to meet China's Premier Li Qiang at the National Convention Centre.
Thu Oct 10 2024
Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on firmer oil prices
Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid expects the ringgit to remain soft as the tension in the Middle East has yet to subside.
Tue Oct 08 2024
Doctor expected to plead guilty in death of 'Friends' star Matthew Perry
Dr. Mark Chavez has signed an agreement with prosecutors to plead guilty to a single felony count of conspiracy to distribute ketamine.
Thu Oct 03 2024
PM attends Google’s US$2 billion data centre groundbreaking
Google's investment is expected to generate over US$3.2 billion in economic impact and create 26,500 jobs by 2030.
Tue Oct 01 2024
What to expect as Japan prepares for Oct. 27 election
Here is what to expect in the following weeks as Shigeru Ishiba seeks to hold on to his party's lower house majority.
Tue Oct 01 2024
Average life expectancy of babies born in 2024 is 75.2 years - DOSM
Selangor has the highest life expectancy at birth for both males and females from 2022 to 2024, says Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin.
Mon Sep 30 2024
Act 852: A proactive step to safeguard public health, environment
The Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 (Act 852), which will come into effect next Tuesday, is expected to bring significant benefits to public health and environment
Thu Sep 26 2024
MADANI Rakyat programme in Sarawak expected to attract 300,000 visitors
The MADANI Rakyat 2024 Sarawakku Sayang programme, set to take place over three days starting tomorrow in Miri, Sarawak is expected to attract 300,000 visitors.
Thu Sep 26 2024
GISB: Evaluation process for rescued children takes time - Education Minister
The process of evaluating the children rescued from premises linked to GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISB) is expected to take some time.
Tue Sep 24 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
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