On December 15, the Malaysian parliament passed its final reading of next year’s budget. The measure, which was passed 111 to 108, was – in reality – approval of the country’s biggest-ever budget as …
Coronavirus: Malaysia launches 10-year tourism plan after $32 billion loss in 2020
KUALA LUMPUR (REUTERS) – Malaysia on Wednesday (Dec 23) launched a 10-year plan to restart its battered tourism sector, which is estimated to have lost more than RM100 billion (S$32.87 billion) this …
Time for Malaysia to think about setting carbon neutrality target
Five years since the landmark Paris Climate Agreement was adopted, the quality of the policy responses to climate change remains mixed.
Malaysia’s largest virtual Catholic choir spreads spirit of Christmas globally
An online premier of a virtual choir comprising over 500 Malaysians brought the spirit of Christmas to homes of both locals and those around the world this weekend.
Malaysia faces revenue crunch amid plans to raise spending
KUALA LUMPUR • Malaysia will enter 2021 with its biggest spending plan yet to spur its virus-hit economy, but concerns are focusing on how to foot the bill after a sovereign-rating downgrade earlier …
Malaysia has a new ambassador from Beijing. How will he handle their South China Sea dispute?
The extensive maritime affairs experience of China’s new ambassador to Malaysia has attracted the attention of analysts, who say Ouyang Yujing’s appointment could mean “more authoritative decisions” …
How will Ouyang Yujing, Beijing’s new ambassador to Malaysia, handle the South China Sea?
The extensive maritime affairs experience of China’s new ambassador to Malaysia has attracted the attention of analysts, who say Ouyang Yujing’s appointment could mean “more authoritative decisions” …
The makings of greatness: How Malaysia can become a top-tier startup ecosystem
Since then, Malaysia has continued to develop itself as a top tech destination for local and regional startups alike. But although it’s a good place to launch a business, Malaysia still has a long way …
Malaysia c.bank appoints committee to develop alternative reference rate
Malaysia’s central bank said on Monday a financial markets committee has been appointed to oversee the development of an alternative reference rate (ARR) for Malaysia and to deliberate on the …
Three siblings, mother return to Malaysia after being stranded nine months in Thailand
Three Malaysian siblings, stranded in Thailand since March following the closure of the Malaysia-Thailand border due to the Covid-19 pandemic, returned home today.