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West Asia

No change for OPR: BNM maintains 2.75% rate to support recovery

Bank Negara Malaysia keeps the benchmark rate steady for the 2026 first-quarter review, balancing resilient domestic growth against rising global risks and energy price volatility

Malaysia, China stand out as resilient economies amid global energy turmoil

Energy strength and policy discipline provide a crucial buffer, but prolonged shocks could still unsettle markets

Iran seeks full end to conflict as Pezeshkian speaks with Anwar

Leaders discuss regional security amid US-Israel tensions, calling for peace grounded in justice and accountability

Evacuation halted as West Asia flights resume

With airspace reopening across the region, Malaysians are urged to return via commercial airlines, while the government pledges swift support in emergencies

BNM holds fire on rate hike as oil shock deepens

Policymakers weigh inflation risks from surging crude and West Asia conflict, with subsidies and trade surplus cushioning Malaysia’s economy

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Jangan buang kucing di pasar, hantar ke pusat perlindungan jalan terbaik

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Government to roll out targeted RON95 subsidy using IC-based verification

Tech-driven mechanism aims to curb misuse and ensure only deserving Malaysians benefit from subsidised fuel

Over 23.6 million to benefit as new electricity tariff kicks in July 1

The Energy Commission has set a new average base tariff of 45.40 sen/kWh for RP4, slightly lower than before, bringing overall electricity costs down by up to 19% compared to the previous regulatory period