Musk says US going bankrupt ‘extremely quickly’
The US national debt currently stands at about US$35 trillion, according to the US Treasury Department.
Tue Sep 10 2024
Govt committed to reducing debt-to-GDP ratio to 60% within five years - Treasury sec-gen
The government is committed to reducing its borrowings within a five-year timeframe to ensure a stronger and sustainable fiscal position.
Tue Jul 23 2024
Iran's capacity to move oil reliant on Malaysian providers, US official says
The US Treasury is increasing its focus on financing for groups routed through Southeast Asia.
Tue May 07 2024
Ringgit opens higher against US dollar, other major currencies
The ringgit opened slightly higher on Tuesday, driven by mild demand for the domestic note and the weakening of the greenback.
Tue May 07 2024
BNM: Local financial markets affected by global investor sentiments in October 2023
Bank Negara Malaysia said global financial conditions were influenced mainly by the rise in the 10-year United States Treasury yield.
Thu Nov 30 2023
US Fed leaves interest rates unchanged amid surging Treasury yields
The US Federal Reserve on Wednesday left interest rates unchanged at a 22-year high of 5.25-5.5 per cent, as yields on long-term US Treasury bonds have spiked in recent months, reported Xinhua.
Thu Nov 02 2023
PM expresses highest appreciation to Treasury staff in preparing Budget 2024
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today expressed the highest appreciation for the sacrifices made by the Treasury team, which he described as extraordinary and dedicated, in preparing the natio
Thu Oct 12 2023
Ringgit ends on weaker note against US dollar ahead of state elections
The greenback was also supported by higher US 10-year Treasury yields after the release of US inflation data yesterday, an analyst said.
Fri Aug 11 2023
CBT case involving Najib, Irwan postponed because of new development
Today is the first day of the trial of the case involving the former prime minister and the former chief secretary of the treasury.
Mon Apr 03 2023
PM Anwar meets Treasury top management to discuss Budget 2023
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today held a meeting with the top management of the Treasury, among other things to discuss the 2023 Budget.
Thu Dec 29 2022
MOF confirms fire in rubbish room, awaiting official incident report
MOF confirmed that a small fire broke out in the rubbish room located at level G, North Block of the Treasury Building.
Wed Dec 07 2022
Asian shares head for worst month since pandemic started
The Asian index was set to record a staggering 12.5% drop for the month, the largest since March 2020.
Fri Sep 30 2022
Irwan Serigar applies to strike out US$6.59 bln 1MDB suit
Former Treasury sec-gen Tan Sri Mohd Irwan Serigar Abdullah has applied to strike out the suit filed by 1MDB against him and former CEO Arul Kanda Kandasamy to pay US$6.59 billion.
Tue Feb 22 2022
Canada's foreign ministry hacked, services hit
Some services are still down, officials said without disclosing who Ottawa thought was responsible.
Tue Jan 25 2022
PAC to call up Treasury sec-gen, Customs DG over uCustoms project
PAC chairman Wong Kah Woh said the proceedings on the project would be held on Nov 10 and 18.
Thu Oct 28 2021
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
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 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