Trump reimposes 'maximum pressure' on Iran, aims to drive oil exports to zero
Trump signs the presidential memorandum reimposing Washington's tough policy on Iran that was practiced throughout his first term.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Malaysia’s palm oil exports climb 0.93 pct to 1.54 mln tonnes in September - MPOB
Malaysia's crude palm oil production fell by 3.8 pct, down to 1.82 million tonnes in September 2024 from 1.89 million in August.
Thu Oct 10 2024
India's middle-class growth fuels Malaysia's palm oil exports - Johari
Malaysia said India's consumption of oils and fats was about 27.2 million tonnes in 2023 with palm oil comprising 36 pct.
Thu Jul 18 2024
Asian palm oil buyers seek stable export policies from producers
Indonesia, the world's biggest exporter of palm oil, last year surprised buyers by banning palm oil exports.
Tue Mar 07 2023
[EXPLAINER] Why Malaysia is considering a ban on palm oil exports to the European Union
Malaysia said it will discuss with Indonesia the possible ban and other strategies to tackle the EU measures.
Sat Jan 14 2023
Putin bans Russian oil exports to countries that implement price cap
Some analysts have said that the cap will have little immediate impact on the oil revenues that Moscow is currently earning.
Wed Dec 28 2022
PM's Turkiye visit will further boost local palm oil exports - Zuraida
MPIC is confident that bilateral ties with Ankara will be further enhanced with the recent visit by Ismail Sabri to Turkiye.
Mon Jul 11 2022
Russian oil tankers get India safety cover via Dubai company
India is providing safety certification for dozens of ships managed by a subsidiary of top Russian shipping group Sovcomflot.
Thu Jun 23 2022
Indonesian president sacks trade minister after palm oil export uproar
Joko Widodo announced a cabinet reshuffle, names new trade minister.
Wed Jun 15 2022
The impact of Indonesia's ban on palm oil exports reverberated across the globe
Amid an ongoing global food price crisis, vegetable oils are registering record-breaking highs.
Wed May 25 2022
Indonesia policy uncertainty hampers resumption of palm oil exports
Partially reflecting the Indonesia policy uncertainty, palm oil futures FCPOc3 from rival supplier Malaysia climbed 1.67% today.
Mon May 23 2022
Malaysia will not lose competitive edge as Indonesia resumes palm oil export - Zuraida
MPIC said that Indonesia's move to lift the ban on palm oil exports, effective May 23, will see a knee-jerk correction in palm oil price but not a big downward adjustment.
Sun May 22 2022
Indonesia to impose local sales rule when palm oil exports restart
Indonesia to lift palm oil export ban on Monday, May 23.
Fri May 20 2022
From spreads to shampoo, palm oil is part of everyday life
Indonesia's plan to ban palm oil exports will deal a blow to the world's top food and consumer products companies.
Mon Apr 25 2022
Malaysia says can meet global demand after Indonesia bans palm oil exports
Malaysia is confident it can meet global demand for palm oil after Indonesia's announcement that it has banned exports of the commodity.
Sun Apr 24 2022
US military plane deporting Indian immigrants lands in India
The Trump administration has increasingly turned to the military to help carry out its immigration agenda.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Trump's Gaza plan for 'Riviera of the Middle East' triggers international condemnation
Countries from Russia, China, Spain, Ireland and the UK say they continue to support the two-state solution.
Wed Feb 05 2025
US Postal Service suspends inbound parcels from China, Hong Kong
Trump's crackdown on de minimis would make the products sold by the likes of Shein and Temu more expensive.
Wed Feb 05 2025
US plan to take over Gaza: Malaysia's stance on Palestine unchanged - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia's stance remains the same as that of other Islamic countries.
Wed Feb 05 2025
US freezes funding for security mission tackling Haiti's gangs
More than $13 million in US funding for an international security force helping fight armed gangs in Haiti has been frozen, the UN says.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Over 40,000 civil servants at high risk of mental health issues - Zaliha
A total of 44,901 civil servants were screened under Public Service Psychological Health Digital Profiling System, says Dr Zaliha Mustafa.
Wed Feb 05 2025
India's Modi takes 'holy dips' at Maha Kumbh, week after stampede killed dozens
Security personnel stood in the water nearby while thousands of people crowded the banks to watch the prime minister perform the rituals.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Philippine Congress endorses impeachment complaint against vice president
Vice President Sara Duterte would be the Philippines' second most senior official to face removal from office.
Wed Feb 05 2025
What is a sovereign wealth fund?
Sovereign wealth funds are investment vehicles owned by countries.
Wed Feb 05 2025
[COLUMNIST] Rising above Trump tariffs: How a resilient global economy outlasts US protectionism
The current alarm over Trumps tariff threats overlooks a key point: global markets are resilient and adaptable.
Wed Feb 05 2025