![Ringgit opens higher against US Dollar Ringgit opens higher against US Dollar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/61719284875_RinggitMalaysia.jpg)
Ringgit opens higher against US Dollar
The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar today as cautious global economic sentiment prompted some investors to shift towards emerging currencies, including the ringgit, a dealer said.
Tue Jun 25 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Charting a new course: Malaysia’s bid for BRICS and the quest for global economic balance [COLUMNIST] Charting a new course: Malaysia’s bid for BRICS and the quest for global economic balance](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/41692946642_BangunanKL.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Charting a new course: Malaysia’s bid for BRICS and the quest for global economic balance
While there is a discernible gap between intent and actual membership, this development is highly promising for our nation.
Thu Jun 20 2024
![14th World Islamic Economic Forum in Abu Dhabi to discuss key components of global economic growth 14th World Islamic Economic Forum in Abu Dhabi to discuss key components of global economic growth](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/71701767742_TBABUDHABI.jpg)
14th World Islamic Economic Forum in Abu Dhabi to discuss key components of global economic growth
THE 14th World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF) is set to explore a range of critical global economic themes centered around 'Global Economic Agenda: Shaping a Sustainable Future.
Tue Dec 05 2023
![2023 a year of headwinds for Malaysia's major commodities 2023 a year of headwinds for Malaysia's major commodities](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/61698213447_kelapasawit.jpg)
2023 a year of headwinds for Malaysia's major commodities
Malaysia's major commodities suffered a setback in 2023 despite a weaker ringgit as it was overshadowed by demand deficits due to global economic uncertainties arising from the ongoing geopolitical te
Tue Dec 05 2023
![Govt confident of meeting GDP forecast of 4-5 pct in 2023 - PM Govt confident of meeting GDP forecast of 4-5 pct in 2023 - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/61692246269_tbAnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Govt confident of meeting GDP forecast of 4-5 pct in 2023 - PM
Despite the global economic challenges, Malaysia's economy remains resilient and continues to improve, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.
Fri Aug 18 2023
Notepad With Ibrahim Sani: Global Economic Shift Dynamic
In the past three months, the global economic environment has undergone significant changes, characterized by a mix of recovery and challenges. Factors such as supply chain disruptions, rising commodity prices, shifting consumer behavior, and central bank policies have influenced global trade patterns, financial markets, and investor sentiment. Additionally, currency fluctuations and political events have impacted bond markets to varying degrees. #NotepadWithIbrahimSani
Mon Jul 17 2023
![Government to launch three policies to face world's challenges Government to launch three policies to face world's challenges](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/51685940092_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Government to launch three policies to face world's challenges
PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said these policies included the power struggle and war, global economic slowdown and the climate and environmental crisis.
Mon Jun 05 2023
![Govt to focus on alleviating global economic slowdown's impact on Malaysia Govt to focus on alleviating global economic slowdown's impact on Malaysia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/41676355969_RafiziRamli.jpg)
Govt to focus on alleviating global economic slowdown's impact on Malaysia
The government will strengthen the country's fiscal position by increasing revenue and expenditure rationalisation, as well as introducing more targeted subsidies.
Tue Feb 14 2023
![Indonesia issues emergency regulation to replace jobs law Indonesia issues emergency regulation to replace jobs law](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-03/71614868743_jokowi.jpg)
Indonesia issues emergency regulation to replace jobs law
Jokowi argues that the global economic uncertainty next year gives him a legal basis for such a move.
Fri Dec 30 2022
![Three top priorities to face 2023 global economic slowdown - Tengku Zafrul Three top priorities to face 2023 global economic slowdown - Tengku Zafrul](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/51670081053_TengkuZafrul.jpg)
Three top priorities to face 2023 global economic slowdown - Tengku Zafrul
Tengku Zafrul said there is need to ensure that trade remains a robust key growth driver, to restore investors' confidence.
Sun Dec 04 2022
![Congratulations message Datuk Seri Wan Junaidi to Anwar and new members of cabinet Congratulations message Datuk Seri Wan Junaidi to Anwar and new members of cabinet](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/61669232495_WanJunaidi.jpg)
Congratulations message Datuk Seri Wan Junaidi to Anwar and new members of cabinet
I am glad to see there is a good mix of old and new faces in the lineup Cabinet, which would created a good work dynamics that could potentially create the powerful synergy.
Sat Dec 03 2022
![As global economic growth slows, will Malaysia head for a recession? As global economic growth slows, will Malaysia head for a recession?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/41660104341_MALAYSIA.jpg)
As global economic growth slows, will Malaysia head for a recession?
Supply chain disruptions, rising inflation as well as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine have raised concerns over the gloomy global economic outlook.
Thu Aug 11 2022
![Malaysia on track to achieve GDP growth of 5.3 to 6.3 pct, but Finance Minister warns of risks to recovery Malaysia on track to achieve GDP growth of 5.3 to 6.3 pct, but Finance Minister warns of risks to recovery](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/81659758806_Tengkuzafrul.jpg)
Malaysia on track to achieve GDP growth of 5.3 to 6.3 pct, but Finance Minister warns of risks to recovery
Malaysia is on the road to recovery in terms of headline economic numbers but Tengku Zafrul has warned of risks to the recovery amid an uncertain global economic outlook.
Sat Aug 06 2022
![Mecca's merchants relieved as foreign pilgrims return to haj Mecca's merchants relieved as foreign pilgrims return to haj](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-07/61657092124_MECCA.jpg)
Mecca's merchants relieved as foreign pilgrims return to haj
Now business has resumed again but costs are higher amid global economic strains.
Wed Jul 06 2022
![Media needs to share accurate information on govt's efforts to tackle various economic issues - PM Media needs to share accurate information on govt's efforts to tackle various economic issues - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-07/41656686434_ismailsabri.jpg)
Media needs to share accurate information on govt's efforts to tackle various economic issues - PM
The media should educate the people by sharing knowledge and accurate information so that Keluarga Malaysia understands the efforts of the government in combating various global economic issues.
Fri Jul 01 2022