![What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/51725723326_PrabowoSubianto.jpg)
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 more selective in choosing foreign investment for country's greater benefit - PM Malaysia more selective in choosing foreign investment for country's greater benefit - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/51727322540_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Malaysia more selective in choosing foreign investment for country's greater benefit - PM
Malaysia is now more selective in choosing foreign direct investments, with a focus on projects that would greatly benefit the country.
Thu Sep 26 2024
![Govt remains committed to implementing structural reforms, fiscal strengthening Govt remains committed to implementing structural reforms, fiscal strengthening](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/61686805585_Perbendaharaan.jpg)
Govt remains committed to implementing structural reforms, fiscal strengthening
The ministry said this will boost Malaysia's long-term foreign investor appeal, strengthening the ringgit.
Wed Jul 10 2024
![Country's investment record to jump further this year - PM Country's investment record to jump further this year - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41716299194_anwaribrahim.jpg)
Country's investment record to jump further this year - PM
Potential foreign investments totalling RM76.1 billion have been successfully attracted as of March 2024, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Tue May 21 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Malaysia charts a secure course in the 5G sea: A model for the region? [COLUMNIST] Malaysia charts a secure course in the 5G sea: A model for the region?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-06/41655914806_Pameran.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Malaysia charts a secure course in the 5G sea: A model for the region?
A robust and secure 5G network can fuel Malaysia's economic engine, fostering innovation and attracting foreign investment.
Mon Apr 01 2024
![Targeted subsidies implementation will not affect foreign investments - Tengku Zafrul Targeted subsidies implementation will not affect foreign investments - Tengku Zafrul](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/61711899131_ZafrulPasirSalak.jpg)
Targeted subsidies implementation will not affect foreign investments - Tengku Zafrul
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said implementation would not affect foreign investments as investors have invested for the long term.
Mon Apr 01 2024
![Malaysia attracts RM76.1 bln potential foreign investments as of March 2024 - PM Malaysia attracts RM76.1 bln potential foreign investments as of March 2024 - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/41710992941_TBdsaijpg.jpg)
Malaysia attracts RM76.1 bln potential foreign investments as of March 2024 - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this was the result of Malaysia's successful trade and investment missions in Australia, Germany and France.
Thu Mar 21 2024
![Xi tells US firms China ready to be partner and friend Xi tells US firms China ready to be partner and friend](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/51700114225_TBXiJinping.jpg)
Xi tells US firms China ready to be partner and friend
Beijing looks to reassure global business and counter China's struggles to entice foreign investment.
Thu Nov 16 2023
![Malaysia continues to attract foreign investments Malaysia continues to attract foreign investments](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/51691220958_Zafrul.jpg)
Malaysia continues to attract foreign investments
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz said Malaysia's political situation is no longer a major concern among potential investors.
Wed Sep 20 2023
Ibrahim Sani’s Notepad: National Energy Transition Roadmap
According to Anand Pathmakanthan, the Regional Head of Equities Research at Maybank Investment, NETR is expected to create an environment for Malaysia to become a regional renewable energy (RE) powerhouse, liberating the sector and encouraging foreign investment. The full discussion will take place tonight on #NotepadWithIbrahimSani.
Mon Aug 07 2023
![Political stability, strong policies have enhanced Malaysia's image on world stage - PM Political stability, strong policies have enhanced Malaysia's image on world stage - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/41690820752_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Political stability, strong policies have enhanced Malaysia's image on world stage - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia's image is improving, and it is recognised on the world stage, leading to more foreign investment.
Tue Aug 01 2023
![Malaysia's foreign investment surges to RM74.6 billion in 2022 Malaysia's foreign investment surges to RM74.6 billion in 2022](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-11/41604719745_KualaLumpur.jpg)
Malaysia's foreign investment surges to RM74.6 billion in 2022
The Americas region surpassed Asia as the highest region for FDI in 2022 with net inflows of RM42.6 billion, mainly from the United States, which amounted to RM37.8 billion.
Fri Jun 16 2023
![MITI to attract foreign investments, explore global business opportunities at WEF - Tengku Zafrul MITI to attract foreign investments, explore global business opportunities at WEF - Tengku Zafrul](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/61673965639_TengkuZafrul.jpg)
MITI to attract foreign investments, explore global business opportunities at WEF - Tengku Zafrul
Miti will not only attract foreign investments to Malaysia but is also exploring international business opportunities for Malaysian companies at the WEF.
Tue Jan 17 2023
![Anwar tells M'sian diplomats to use fresher approaches to woo foreign investors Anwar tells M'sian diplomats to use fresher approaches to woo foreign investors](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/81671094331_kunjunganhormat.jpg)
Anwar tells M'sian diplomats to use fresher approaches to woo foreign investors
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed hope that Malaysia's newly appointed heads of diplomatic missions would adopt fresher approaches in efforts to attract foreign investments.
Thu Dec 15 2022
![PM Anwar's unity govt will lead to political stability, growth - Economists PM Anwar's unity govt will lead to political stability, growth - Economists](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/71669289859_AnwarIbrahimangka.jpg)
PM Anwar's unity govt will lead to political stability, growth - Economists
The unity government led by Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will steer the country towards better political stability, which allows the country to progress further as well as attract foreign investments.
Thu Nov 24 2022
![Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738813756_DonaldTrump.jpg)
Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security
Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked? Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51707394584_TBcancer.jpg)
Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?
Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739535661_Congolesepeople.jpg)
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter
Hundreds of thousands of people are now living in makeshift accommodation, including churches and hospitals, according to UNHCR.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen? How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41736248917_TBCANADAPM.jpg)
How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?
The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720518165_OhmatdytChildrenK.jpg)
Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns
Trump says US troops would not be part of any security presence in Ukraine.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/51725854695_ArtificialIntellige.jpg)
AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says
Over the next decade, AI is expected to redefine job roles rather than eliminate them.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41739334203_OpenAIlogo.jpg)
OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert
While OpenAI claims its tool rivals human analysts, AI inevitably lacks judgement, scrutiny and expertise that make good research valuable.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-09/81473819684_Headphone.jpg)
Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood
The power of music comes from our choices in what to listen to and the human agency we express in this act.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs? Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733826427_MigrantscrosstheE.jpg)
Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?
Nearly 700 boats carrying more than 36,800 people crossed the Channel between France and Britain in 2024.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste? US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/51733387237_DonaldTrump.jpg)
US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?
Sovereign wealth funds are usually associated with great wealth - Norway's 'oil fund' is estimated to be worth US$1.7 trillion.
Sat Feb 15 2025