Ibrahim Sani’s Notepad: MADANI Economy: Providing the narrative
According to Maybank Group's Chief Economist, Suhaimi Ilias, MADANI economic narrative addresses critical structural challenges and aims for transformative growth. Tune in to #NotepadWithIbrahimSani tonight to know more of Suhaimi's thoughts and insights.
Thu Aug 03 2023
Retention of Tengku Zafrul, Tok Pa in Cabinet indicates tabling of RMK-12, Budget 2022 on track - Maybank IB
Earlier, it was reported that the RMK-12 is expected to be tabled in Parliament on Sept 20, 2021 with Budget 2022 on Oct 29, 2021.
Mon Aug 30 2021
Maybank IB expects economy to grow by 5.1 pct in 2021
Suhaimi said the forecast was conservative relative to the current official forecast of the smaller decline of 4.5 per cent last year .
Sat Feb 06 2021
All eyes on the passing of Budget 2021
Observers are calling for Members of Parliament (MPs) to put their differences aside and come up with a consensus to pass the proposed Budget 2021.
Sun Nov 15 2020
Budget 2015 Revision: Government has to be realistic - Chief Economist
Maybank Investment Bank's chief economist said narrowing the nation's fiscal deficit to 3% GDP in 2015 will be an uphill task.
Mon Jan 19 2015
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 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