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Human lives at risk as homes are sold in hazardous zones

Homebuyers warned of safety threats from flood-prone, hillside, and unstable developments

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Oil prices surge past US$114 as Iran conflict disrupts global supply

Global crude hits multi-year high amid escalating tensions in the Middle East

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Ringgit slips as surging oil prices and Middle East tensions lift U.S. dollar

National currency weakens against the greenback amid risk-off sentiment after crude prices jump and geopolitical tensions escalate

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Focus on curbing imported inflation rather than rationing energy, - economist

Malaysia should prioritise insulating the domestic economy from imported price pressures arising from Middle East tensions instead of rushing into drastic measu...

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Malaysia - Thailand strengthen economic ties in high-level finance talks

The two countries set a target for bilateral trade of US$30 billion by 2027, emphasising cross-border trade, halal industries, and rubber exports as key growth...

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BNM: Strong economic fundamentals expected to support ringgit despite middle east conflict

Malaysia’s solid economic foundations, ongoing reforms and positive growth outlook will continue to underpin the ringgit even amid geopolitical tensions in the...

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Malaysia Airlines adds extra flights between KL and Europe amid global travel disruptions

In response to ongoing disruptions in global air travel, the carrier is operating additional services between Kuala Lumpur and London Heathrow, as well as Paris...

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Malaysia’s appeal to international investors sealed with historic investment surge

The record RM426.7 billion in approved investments reflects robust domestic confidence and strong foreign interest, with significant contributions across manufa...

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Ringgit opens largely unchanged against U.S. dollar amid cautious market sentiment

Malaysia’s currency showed little movement at Friday’s opening as global investors remained wary amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East

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BNM keeps OPR at 2.75% as domestic economy shows resilience amid Middle East uncertainty

Malaysia’s economy continues to demonstrate strength, buoyed by robust domestic demand, healthy investment activity, and continued growth in both exports and to...

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Penang monitors cruise schedules as Middle East tensions disrupt global shipping routes

Penang authorities say they are closely tracking potential disruptions to cruise arrivals as escalating tensions in the Middle East force international liners t...

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MATRADE acts to shield local exporters from Middle East conflict amid rising risks

The trade promotion agency has activated a comprehensive mitigation framework to help exporters navigate disruptions caused by escalating tensions in Iran, Isra...

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Ringgit edges higher as markets await Bank Negara’s rate decision

Currency traders look to central bank guidance on monetary policy direction amid Middle East tensions and volatile oil prices