![Overwhelming interest in Johor-Singapore SEZ among Singapore businesses - report Overwhelming interest in Johor-Singapore SEZ among Singapore businesses - report](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/51711614697_tbSingapore.jpg)
Overwhelming interest in Johor-Singapore SEZ among Singapore businesses - report
Highlights included strategic discussions on promoting sustainable growth and leveraging tech in cross-border transactions.
Thu Jul 11 2024
![Bursa Malaysia starts firmer despite Wall Street's mixed performance Bursa Malaysia starts firmer despite Wall Street's mixed performance](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/81712037075_BursaMalaysia.jpg)
Bursa Malaysia starts firmer despite Wall Street's mixed performance
Investors focused on the US Federal Reserve's semi-annual testimony to assess the US economic growth and monetary policy paths.
Tue Jul 09 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Sowing change: Why agricultural modernisation is key to profound national progress [COLUMNIST] Sowing change: Why agricultural modernisation is key to profound national progress](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-06/61622629083_950x600.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Sowing change: Why agricultural modernisation is key to profound national progress
Modernising agriculture will boost food security and create opportunities to enhance our nation's economic growth.
Fri Jul 05 2024
![Challenges ahead for UK's next prime minister Keir Starmer Challenges ahead for UK's next prime minister Keir Starmer](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720155079_NeilKinnock.jpg)
Challenges ahead for UK's next prime minister Keir Starmer
Keir Starmer aims for long-term growth, but as he tackles this challenge, his first few months are filled with tough decisions.
Fri Jul 05 2024
Consider This: Are We All Financialised? How Modern Finance Shapes Our World
A recent report by Khazanah Research Institute (KRI), ‘The Financialisation of Our Lives: Values and Trade-offs,’ helps to shed light on how financial systems, which were initially designed to fuel economic growth, are now fuelling household debt. With the proliferation of financial schemes like Buy Now Pay Later, how do modern financial practices affect our daily lives and long-term financial health? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Suraya Ismail, Director of Research at Khazanah Research Institute, and Shereen Hazirah Hishamudin Senior Research Associate at KRI.
Tue Jul 02 2024
Consider This: Economic Sentiment - Growth or Gloom?
A recent survey by market research agency, Ipsos, revealed that two-thirds (68%) of Malaysians believe the economy is in a recession, despite official reports of 3.7% economic growth last year. Why is there such a stark contrast between consumer sentiment and economic data? And how do we reconcile the lived experiences of Malaysians with these seemingly positive economic indicators? Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Dr Ong Kian Ming, Pro Vice-Chancellor of External Engagement for Taylor's University, and Ibrahim ‘Ben’ Suffian, Co-founder & Programmes Director of Merdeka Center for Opinion Research.
Mon Jul 01 2024
![Global South and global growth: Here's what leaders are saying Global South and global growth: Here's what leaders are saying](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51719544810_AMNCNextFrontie.jpg)
Global South and global growth: Here's what leaders are saying
There is growing cooperation among peer economies, and the Global South is finding a 'louder voice', experts say.
Sat Jun 29 2024
AWANI Tonight: WEF - China defends open markets, lambasts economic saboteurs
China's Premier Li Qiang defended open markets and the importance of green technologies for stabilising global growth at the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF).
Tue Jun 25 2024
![Astro deepens commitment to transformation, witnesses growth in new customer signup Astro deepens commitment to transformation, witnesses growth in new customer signup](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/61719308493_TBAstro.jpg)
Astro deepens commitment to transformation, witnesses growth in new customer signup
Astro publishes a press release on its commitment to transformation and the growth it made on new customer signup
Tue Jun 25 2024
![Govt confident of achieving 2024 inflation, GDP targets even with diesel subsidy retargeting Govt confident of achieving 2024 inflation, GDP targets even with diesel subsidy retargeting](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/61710826372_TBAMIRHAMZAH.jpg)
Govt confident of achieving 2024 inflation, GDP targets even with diesel subsidy retargeting
The government is targeting headline inflation of 2.0-3.5 per cent and gross domestic product growth of 4.0-5.0 per cent for this year.
Mon Jun 24 2024
AWANI Review: Google's USD2 Billion Bet on Malaysia's Tech Future
Google pledged a USD2 billion investment in Malaysia's data and cloud infrastructure, including its second Southeast Asian data centre. Country Director Farhan Qureshi highlights the economic benefits and Malaysia's readiness to support tech giants' growth plans.
Sat Jun 22 2024
![Government-backed loans provide lifeline for Malaysian businesses Government-backed loans provide lifeline for Malaysian businesses](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/61718863582_EdisonChongWeiKit.jpg)
Government-backed loans provide lifeline for Malaysian businesses
Securing financing is essential for business growth and Term Loans under the Madani programme are a popular choice in Malaysia.
Thu Jun 20 2024
![Think City and World Bank Release Joint Policy Paper - Rethinking Malaysian cities for sustainable development Think City and World Bank Release Joint Policy Paper - Rethinking Malaysian cities for sustainable development](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/41697702773_thinkcity.jpg)
Think City and World Bank Release Joint Policy Paper - Rethinking Malaysian cities for sustainable development
This collaborative effort aims at advocating for a spatial approach to inclusive and sustainable economic growth via Malaysian cities.
Tue Jun 18 2024
![Why we must act now to revive women's leadership prospects in an AI-driven workplace Why we must act now to revive women's leadership prospects in an AI-driven workplace](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41718357926_tbGenderEquality.jpg)
Why we must act now to revive women's leadership prospects in an AI-driven workplace
Women face systemic challenges in accessing senior positions across all countries and sectors, undermining economic growth.
Sun Jun 16 2024
![PM wants civil servants to make paradigm shift to drive country's growth PM wants civil servants to make paradigm shift to drive country's growth](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41718339407_TBAnwarIbrahim.jpg)
PM wants civil servants to make paradigm shift to drive country's growth
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said every civil servant needs to maintain good practices and governance.
Fri Jun 14 2024