![Ringgit softer versus US dollar in early trade on profit-taking Ringgit softer versus US dollar in early trade on profit-taking](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/41669082076_TBRINGGITMALAYSIA.jpg)
Ringgit softer versus US dollar in early trade on profit-taking
Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the local note is overbought following last week's gain.
Mon Jul 15 2024
![Brunei, Malaysia strengthen ties with diplomatic visit and landmark border meeting Brunei, Malaysia strengthen ties with diplomatic visit and landmark border meeting](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/81669602999_MalaysiaBrunei.jpg)
Brunei, Malaysia strengthen ties with diplomatic visit and landmark border meeting
The recent visit by Brunei Darussalam's Minister to Malaysia has solidified the close relationship between the two countries.
Fri Jul 12 2024
![Ringgit extends gains versus US dollar in early trade Ringgit extends gains versus US dollar in early trade](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/41713876066_TBringgitmalaysia.jpg)
Ringgit extends gains versus US dollar in early trade
The ringgit extended its gains to open firmer against the US dollar on Friday, driven by the growing prospect of an interest rate cut.
Fri Jul 12 2024
![Bank Negara Malaysia keeps OPR unchanged at 3.00 pct Bank Negara Malaysia keeps OPR unchanged at 3.00 pct](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81720683184_BankNegaraMalaysia.jpg)
Bank Negara Malaysia keeps OPR unchanged at 3.00 pct
Bank Negara Malaysia said the global economy continues to expand amid resilient labour markets and continued recovery in global trade.
Thu Jul 11 2024
AWANI Tonight: M'sia's participation in Brics won't be in conflict with foreign policies - PM
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia's participation in Brics will not be in conflict with it's foreign policy, adding that the priority is trade.
Tue Jul 09 2024
![Malaysia’s desire to join BRICS is not to interfere in domestic, political affairs of countries involved - PM Malaysia’s desire to join BRICS is not to interfere in domestic, political affairs of countries involved - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/71720494647_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Malaysia’s desire to join BRICS is not to interfere in domestic, political affairs of countries involved - PM
Malaysia emphasises the importance of trade, economy and the expansion of networks that can provide benefits to the country and the people.
Tue Jul 09 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
![China ready to discuss FTA with more Global South countries - President Xi China ready to discuss FTA with more Global South countries - President Xi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41717058077_TBSeniorChineseL.jpg)
China ready to discuss FTA with more Global South countries - President Xi
China is ready to discuss free trade arrangements (FTAs) with more Global South countries, among others.
Fri Jun 28 2024
![Biden stumbles early, Trump fires out falsehoods at first debate Biden stumbles early, Trump fires out falsehoods at first debate](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51719543834_JoeBiden.jpg)
Biden stumbles early, Trump fires out falsehoods at first debate
Joe Biden and Donald Trump traded attacks on abortion, immigration, the wars in Ukraine and Gaza and their handling of the economy.
Fri Jun 28 2024
AWANI Tonight: BlackRock withdrawal to have negative implications on M'sia
Malaysia will face significant negative impacts if BlackRock withdraws its investments from the country, says Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.
Thu Jun 27 2024
![Fourteen MoUs/MoAs exchanged between Malaysia and China Fourteen MoUs/MoAs exchanged between Malaysia and China](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/61718775194_bangunanPerdanaPut.jpg)
Fourteen MoUs/MoAs exchanged between Malaysia and China
Malaysia and China also inked the second cycle of the Malaysia-China five-year programme for economic and trade cooperation.
Wed Jun 19 2024
![Malaysia, China five-year economic programme to be signed during Li’s visit - Tengku Zafrul Malaysia, China five-year economic programme to be signed during Li’s visit - Tengku Zafrul](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81718251548_TBZAFRUL.jpg)
Malaysia, China five-year economic programme to be signed during Li’s visit - Tengku Zafrul
Both countries have agreed to implement the second cycle of the Malaysia-China Five-Year Programme for Economic and Trade Cooperation.
Tue Jun 18 2024
![KPDN studying proposals for additional vehicles eligible for Diesel Subsidies under SKDS KPDN studying proposals for additional vehicles eligible for Diesel Subsidies under SKDS](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81718172547_TBArmizanjpg.jpg)
KPDN studying proposals for additional vehicles eligible for Diesel Subsidies under SKDS
The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) is studying the basis of applications and appeals from various parties regarding improvements to the Subsidised Diesel Control System (SKDS).
Wed Jun 12 2024
![Ukraine's Zelenskiy dominates Asia security conference as China, Taiwan trade barbs Ukraine's Zelenskiy dominates Asia security conference as China, Taiwan trade barbs](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51717378798_VolodymyLawrenceWong.jpg)
Ukraine's Zelenskiy dominates Asia security conference as China, Taiwan trade barbs
Volodymyr Zelenskiy said was not able to meet Chinese delegation at conference and was disappointed Beijing would not attend the summit.
Mon Jun 03 2024
![Malay language's diplomatic debut in Beijing, 50 years on Malay language's diplomatic debut in Beijing, 50 years on](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41717127377_BahasaMelayu.jpg)
Malay language's diplomatic debut in Beijing, 50 years on
From trade to education, this Malaysia-China friendship is able to provide added value to both countries in the future.
Fri May 31 2024