Country projected to be less affected by external factors, global recession forecast for next year

Experts opine GST alone insufficient to sustain country’s coffers

Datuk Zahari Sarip says there has been no decrease in production

Most comprises foreign currency, says central bank

However, payment rates for private, commercial vehicles remain

Institute forecasts national GDP growth to moderate to 4.2% due to external trade decelaration

Datuk Teng Chang Khim highlights need to deepen industrial capacity, attract investments

Exports increase 11.9% year on year, imports up 4.6%

Nahara-1 well located in Balingian province, about 150km from Bintulu

Figure increases to US$78.2 bil, exports drop to US$256.6 bil

Meaningful change requires every individual’s input, PETRA chairman opines

Sector faces shortfall of about 400,000 workers while unfavourable exchange rate leads to higher material costs

Local note stands at 4.3930/3995 against greenback, FBM KLCI falls by 3.21 pts