Iran Denies Hormuz “Toll” Claims, but Malaysia’s Transparency Now Under Scrutiny
KUALA LUMPUR — The controversy surrounding alleged “toll” charges in the Strait of Hormuz has yet to fully subside, despite…
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Bursa Malaysia Rises as Middle East Tensions Show Signs of De‑Escalation
KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 — Bursa Malaysia edged higher on Wednesday as investors reacted to signs that recent geopolitical tensions…
OpenAI Raises $122 Billion, Valuation Surges to $852 Billion
SAN FRANCISCO, April 1 — OpenAI has completed a massive $122 billion funding round, raising its total valuation to approximately…
Fed Chair Powell Says Energy Shock Manageable But Warns of Rising Inflation Risks
WASHINGTON, March 31 — U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Tuesday that the central bank views the current energy…
Iran–Qatar Conflict: The Hidden Global System Crisis Behind Middle East Tensions
Kuala Lumpur – Rising tensions between Iran and Gulf nations such as Qatar have sparked growing international concern. Qatar’s warning…
Malaysia Needs Bold Economic Reforms to Rebuild Foundations and Stay Globally Competitive, Says Anwar Ibrahim
KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 — Malaysia must undertake bold and comprehensive reforms to rebuild the country’s economic foundations and ensure…
BNM Sees Malaysia’s 2026 Growth Holding at 4.5% Despite War Risks
KUALA LUMPUR, March 31 — Malaysia’s central bank has maintained confidence in the country’s economic outlook, projecting that Malaysia’s economy…
Australia Halves Fuel Tax in $7 Billion Relief Plan as Iran War Pushes Oil Prices Higher
SYDNEY, March 31 — The government of Australia has unveiled a major fuel relief initiative that will halve the national…
Malaysia’s Economy Forecast to Grow 4.3% in 2026, Driven by Domestic Demand and Investment
Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia’s economy is expected to grow by 4.3% in 2026, supported by resilient domestic demand and continued…
Malaysia Tour Bus Prices Could Jump 70–80% Amid Diesel Surge
KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 — Malaysia’s tourism industry has announced that tour bus and van operators are planning to implement…
