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Malaysian economy

Bank Negara launches RM5 billion SME support scheme amid global supply disruptions

Scheme designed to shore up business continuity as prolonged conflict strains financing and operations

Fiscal protection vital for economic stability amid global uncertainty: Expert

Shift to targeted subsidies and faster solar adoption key to easing cost pressures and strengthening resilience

No blank cheques: Parliament’s role in the Malaysia-US trade agreement – Charles Santiago

Former MP says any move toward ratification must be guided by evidence, transparency and full national interest scrutiny

Malaysians to face new, targeted tax measures in Budget 2026: economist

Economist Samirul Ariff Othman anticipates focus on high-income earners and luxury spending to strengthen public finances without burdening ordinary Malaysians

Malaysia must move beyond stability to brace for next disruption: Anwar

Prime minister says fiscal reforms and good governance are key to turning uncertainty into innovation and inclusive growth

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Short-lived La Niña expected in early 2026, but stable weather to follow

MetMalaysia forecasts cool conditions and brief shifts in rainfall patterns before returning to normal

Govt has settled RM42bil of 1MDB debt, total obligations exceed RM50bil: Anwar

Anwar reveals over RM9 billion in remaining debt, with government funds covering the shortfall

Solat Jumaat di pusat beli-belah: Zulkifli galak negeri lain turut serta

Menteri Agama Dr Zulkifli Hasan mengalu‑alukan negeri lain mencontohi Wilayah Persekutuan yang sudah mula laksana solat Jumaat di pusat beli‑belah, sambil merancang perluasan ke terminal, lapangan terbang dan R&R lebuh raya