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Nation Mourns The Passing Of Renowned Economist Kamal Salih

KUALA LUMPUR, March 6 (Bernama) -- The nation was shocked by the passing of Tan Sri Dr Kamal Salih today at his residence in Southville City, Dengkil, Selangor, leaving behind a significant legacy in the fields of economics, regional development, and national development policy.

Agrobank's Hijrah Asnaf Programme Helps B40 Group Improve Livelihoods

KOTA BHARU, March 6 (Bernama) -- As part of efforts to eradicate poverty, Agrobank, through its Hijrah Asnaf programme, is providing opportunities for the asnaf and B40 groups to enhance their standard of living by venturing into agro-based industries and downstream agriculture and aquaculture products.  

Govt Prioritises Inclusive Wealth Distribution To Ensure Fair Economic Growth - Economy Ministry

KUALA LUMPUR, March 5 (Bernama) -- The government consistently emphasises the importance of inclusivity by ensuring that the nation’s wealth is fairly distributed across all levels of society, said the Economy Ministry. 

Unlocking Intra-ASEAN Investment Opportunities Key To Regional Integration -- BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- Intra-ASEAN investment opportunities remain largely untapped and significant efforts are still needed to achieve regional regulatory alignment, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Abdul Ghaffour.

Malaysia's SDG Achievement To Hit 43 Per Cent By 2030 -- Hanifah Hajar

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 (Bernama) -- Based on the latest analysis using 2022 data, the target achievement rate for the country's sustainable development goals (SDGs) by 2030 is projected at 43 per cent compared to the global average of 17 per cent, said Deputy Economy Minister Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib.

Cooperation Between Community And Govt Agencies Key to Ensure Programmes Achieve Objectives - Amir Hamzah

PUCHONG, Feb 8 (Bernama) -- Comprehensive and proactive cooperation and involvement between the local community and the agencies involved are crucial to ensuring that every government programme has a positive impact on the people. 

ECERDC Rakes In RM13.4 Bln Realised Investments In 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- The East Coast Economic Region Development Council (ECERDC) secured RM13.4 billion in realised investments for 2024, a 56 per cent growth from 2023’s RM8.6 billion.

Malaysia To Rejuvenate Underutilised ASEAN Plus Three, EAS To Bolster Regional Cooperation -- PM Anwar 

From D.Arul Rajoo

LONDON, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- As chair of ASEAN in 2025, Malaysia will seek to rejuvenate key mechanisms like the ASEAN Plus Three and the East Asia Summit (EAS), both of which have been celebrated for their convening power but remain underutilised, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. 

Malaysia Should Create Synergy Between State Govt, Private Sector And Technology -- Liew

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia should start thinking about creating synergy between the state government, private sector and technology, which would allow for much more technology acquisition into the government system, says Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Liew Chin Tong.

Anwar Meets Economist Jeffrey Sachs, Discusses Green Energy And ASEAN

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 12 (Bernama) --  Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today held a meeting with world-renowned economics professor Jeffrey D. Sachs of Columbia University.

KL-Singapore HSR Project Can Be Revived With Full Private Participation - PM Anwar

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 7 (Bernama) -- The government has decided that the Kuala Lumpur-Singapore High-Speed Rail (HSR) project can be revived if there is full participation from the private sector, with minimal government involvement, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. 

Malaysian Ambassador Urges Companies To Drive Sustainable Future For Palm Oil Industry

From Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar

JAKARTA, Dec 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s Ambassador to Indonesia, Datuk Syed Md Hasrin Tengku Hussin, has urged Malaysian government-linked companies and major businesses in Indonesia to use their collective expertise to create a brighter future for the palm oil industry as an economic driver and a model for sustainable development.