Govt committed to reducing debt-to-GDP ratio to 60% within five years - Treasury sec-gen
The government is committed to reducing its borrowings within a five-year timeframe to ensure a stronger and sustainable fiscal position.
Tue Jul 23 2024
Targeted fuel subsidy will help consolidate govt's fiscal position - Economists
Shan Saeed said more countries are now removing subsidies and move to a more market-driven approach.
Tue Jun 11 2024
Govt to roll out targeted RON95 subsidy programme to roll out in 2024 - Rafizi
Implementing the subsidy retargeting programme by the end of 2024 would immediately translate into a better fiscal position for the country.
Mon Nov 27 2023
National debt to decline if Malaysia succeeds in cutting fiscal deficit to 3.5 pct - Rafizi
Rafizi Ramli said if the level can be reduced as per target, it would assure foreign investors that the govt has good fiscal discipline.
Tue Jun 27 2023
Govt to focus on alleviating global economic slowdown's impact on Malaysia
The government will strengthen the country's fiscal position by increasing revenue and expenditure rationalisation, as well as introducing more targeted subsidies.
Tue Feb 14 2023
Malaysia's financial situation remains strong - Tengku Zafrul
The country's fiscal position is still strong and the federal government's debt is still under control, said Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.
Thu Jul 14 2022
Govt to implement consolidation measures to strengthen fiscal position - Tengku Zafrul
Tengku Zafrul said the measures to reinforce the govt's financial position, particularly those relating to revenue, was very important.
Thu Jul 29 2021
Tengku Zafrul: Malaysia did not hesitate to expand fiscal position for economic recovery
Malaysia did not hesitate to expand its fiscal position in the near term to support the counter-cyclical economic recovery packages.
Thu Jan 07 2021
HSR termination: The Bilateral Agreement signed in 2016 is no longer viable - Mustapa
Mustapa said this given the current economic situation which has adversely affected Malaysia's fiscal position.
Fri Jan 01 2021
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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