
OPR likely to be unchanged; Ringgit forecast at 4.25 vs USD year-end - Kenanga
Fiscal policy shifts and external risks, such as geopolitical tensions, could still influence the central bank's stance, says Kenanga.
Tue Oct 08 2024

‘Big storm’ coming, ASEAN must strengthen cohesion and unity - Kishore Mahbubani
Amid rising US-China tensions, Kishore Mahbubani urges ASEAN leaders to unite to navigate the challenging geopolitical landscape
Sat Sep 14 2024

Navigating finance in 2024: Challenges and opportunities await
2024 is expected to be a year of both challenges and opportunities. As experts assess the current economic landscape, several pivotal factors are shaping the investment outlook.
Fri Oct 27 2023

Malaysia's semiconductor industry in crisis: The impact of China's geopolitical tensions and how to mitigate the damage
As a nation, Malaysia has always been a significant player in the global semiconductor market.
Sun Jan 22 2023

AFC postpones Malaysia v North Korea tie in Pyongyang
Malaysia's 2019 Asian Cup qualifying match against North Korea, scheduled for the North Korean capital of Pyongyang on June 8, has been postponed because of geopolitical tension.
Wed May 17 2017

Lebanese search for dead in devastated villages as Israel withdraws
Hezbollah says Israel was still occupying Lebanese territory and put the onus on the Lebanese state to get Israeli forces out.
Thu Feb 20 2025

China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands
Beijing looks to improve its foothold in a region historically under the US sphere of influence.
Thu Feb 20 2025

Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy
Washington's approach changes dramatically with the initial meeting between US and Russian negotiators.
Thu Feb 20 2025

Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says
Doctors say a polymicrobial infection occurs when two or more micro-organisms are involved and can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
Thu Feb 20 2025

Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court
Sara Duterte makes her first legal move to fight the case that could lead to her removal and lead to a lifetime ban from public office.
Wed Feb 19 2025

Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch
I feel so full of life, so much energy, because everything's new and I'm just focused on what is up ahead, Hamilton says.
Wed Feb 19 2025

UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians
The UAE's stance matters as its one of four Arab nations that normalised ties with Israel during Trumps first term.
Wed Feb 19 2025

Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time
The megastar's "The Tortured Poets Department" record also topped four IFPI charts, the IFPI says.
Wed Feb 19 2025

More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says
Years of rebuilding work, including clearing unexploded ordinance and millions of tonnes of rubble lie ahead.
Wed Feb 19 2025

Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew
Liew Chin Tong says the restrictions would not affect the development of the domestic data centre ecosystem as a whole.
Wed Feb 19 2025