GLOBAL ENERGY MAP 2026: China Dominates Iranian Supply, India Defies Sanctions
Kuala Lumpur – Amidst the simmering geopolitical tensions gripping the Gulf region, the map of Iranian oil exports in 2026…
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Fed’s Waller Urges Caution on Rate Cuts as Iran Conflict Risks Prolong Inflation Pressure
KUALA LUMPUR, April , 2026 — Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller has signaled a more cautious and data-dependent approach toward…
Malaysia’s Economic Growth Slows to 5.3% as Global Conflict Begins to Strain Economy
KUALA LUMPUR, APRIL— Malaysia’s economic growth has slowed to 5.3% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, reflecting early signs…
Australia’s Geelong Refinery Fire Disrupts Fuel Supply, Threatens Efforts to Ease Energy Crisis
KUALA LUMPUR,APRIL — A major fire at Australia’s Geelong oil refinery has disrupted fuel production and intensified concerns over the…
Anwar Ibrahim and Anthony Albanese Strengthen Malaysia–Australia Food Supply Cooperation Amid Global Disruptions
KUALA LUMPUR,APRIL — Malaysia and Australia have reinforced their bilateral partnership by deepening cooperation in food supply security and agricultural…
China Cuts Fuel Output and Boosts Aluminum Production Amid Gulf Supply Shock
China is adjusting its industrial output strategy by cutting fuel refining rates while boosting aluminum-related production activity, as a major…
US $166 Billion Tariff Refund Rollout Delayed as Importers Miss Mandatory Opt-In Requirement
KUALA LUMPUR,APRIL — The United States’ massive tariff refund program is facing continued delays as a significant number of importers…
Malaysia to Raise Biodiesel Blend Mandate from B10 to B15, Starting with B12 Rollout
KUALA LUMPUR, — The Malaysian government has agreed to increase the national biodiesel blend mandate from the current B10 to…
IMF Upgrades Malaysia’s Real GDP Growth Forecast to 4.7% for 2026, 4.3% in 2027
KUALA LUMPUR— The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its projection for Malaysia’s real gross domestic product (GDP) growth to…
China Calls US Blockade of Strait of Hormuz “Dangerous and Irresponsible”
Kuala Lumpur — China has strongly criticized the United States’ military blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz,…
