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
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Consolidated public sector projected to record lower surplus of RM41.7 bil 2024
The MoF said the consolidated general government revenue is estimated to increase slightly to RM384.7 billion in 2024.
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
[COLUMNIST] Malaysia's care economy: An urgent investment for a sustainable future
It is time for Malaysia to act decisively, embracing the care economy as a cornerstone of national development.
Wed Oct 16 2024
Police have started investigating GISB overseas - Saifuddin Nasution
The police (PDRM) have initiated investigations into companies linked to GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISB), which are operating overseas.
Tue Oct 15 2024
JS-SEZ to foster collaboration between Johor and Singapore for global investments
The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone will enable Johor and Singapore to build on complementary strengths for better global investments.
Tue Oct 15 2024
Bloomberg's allegation: PDRM has recorded statements from individuals involved - PM Anwar
Police have recorded statements regarding allegations involving Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's interference in investigations.
Tue Oct 15 2024
Sinkhole incident: Full investigation results in final stages of review - Dr Zaliha
Dr Zaliha Mustafa said the reports will be first presented to Cabinet before any decision is made on whether to disclose them to the public.
Mon Oct 14 2024
[COLUMNIST] Global Innovation Index 2024: Linking education to the persistent innovation input-output gap
If anything, our result in GII 2024 is the prime example of how investment does not necessarily lead to successful output.
Mon Oct 14 2024
GISB: Police investigate possibility of GISB charity home children watching militant video
Police said the children had been shown videos related to Abuya by the operators of the charity homes involved where they were placed.
Mon Oct 14 2024
GISB: Children’s separation necessary for thorough investigation - Home Minister
Saifuddin says investigations are being conducted following legal procedures while focusing on the exploitation of women and children.
Fri Oct 11 2024
Unregistered investment scheme : Married couple claims trial
The couple are accused of inviting two siblings to participate in the Ginger Contract Farming investment scheme.
Fri Oct 11 2024
Malaysia-Canada economic ties strengthen with 41 pct trade increase
MITI reported that bilateral trade surged by 25 per cent following Canada's accession to the CPTPP.
Fri Oct 11 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