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Ringgit firms against US dollar on stronger-than-expected GDP outlook
KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 — The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar on Friday, supported by positive sentiment following the release of Malaysia’s advance gross domestic product (GDP) estimates […]
Bursa Malaysia ends week higher as upbeat GDP outlook lifts sentiment
KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 — Bursa Malaysia closed the week higher, extending its upward momentum, buoyed by positive sentiment following the release of Malaysia’s advance gross domestic product (GDP) estimates, […]
Foreign investors flock back to Malaysian bonds in march, pouring in RM6.1b despite global jitters
KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 — Foreign investors demonstrated renewed confidence in the Malaysian bond market in March, pouring in a net RM6.1 billion in the strongest monthly inflow seen in […]
Malaysia to arm border agency with pistols or tasers following Bukit Kayu Hitam shooting
PORT KLANG, April 17 — The government has agreed to equip the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) with necessary armaments, with procurement to begin before year-end, said Home […]
Putrajaya rejects report of Sebatik land loss, says Malaysia gained 662ha in broader border deal
KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 — The Malaysian government has challenged a news report claiming that 127.3 hectares of territory on Pulau Sebatik now belongs to Indonesia, labelling the assertion as […]
After Wangsa Maju scandal, FT Dept says MPPWP is a welfare body and not a business entity
KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 — The Federal Territories Department (JWP) has issued a stern public reminder that the Federal Territories Residents Representative Council (MPPWP) is not a business entity, following […]
Zahid Hamidi: Election readiness primary goal for Melaka Umno meet tonight
MELAKA, April 17 — Planning and preparations for the upcoming General Election (GE) and State Elections will be the primary focus of the Umno Melaka meeting scheduled for tonight, said […]
Anwar orders study on restoring Langkawi’s duty-free status, to review EV policies following BYD plant concerns
CYBERJAYA, April 17 — The government will study the proposal to restore Langkawi’s duty-free status as a move to revitalise the island’s economy, which is currently facing challenges from rising […]
No let-up for KLCC ‘photo touts’ as DBKL seizes more cameras in latest ‘Op Lens’ raid
KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 — Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has intensified its crackdown on unauthorised photographers, or ‘photo touts,’ around the city’s top tourist spots, seizing more equipment and […]
Widespread thunderstorm warning hits KL, Selangor, Penang; Friday commuters brace for heavy rain
KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 — The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for large swathes of Peninsular Malaysia and parts of Sarawak, effective immediately until 7.00pm […]