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BENGALURU, May 6 — Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) will hold its key interest rate steady on Thursday but is expected to lower it by 25 basis points in the last three months of the year to support slowing economic growth amid growing trade tensions, a Reuters poll suggested.

WASHINGTON, May 5 — American media stocks fell yesterday after United States President Donald Trump unveiled a 100 per cent tariff on movies produced outside the US, in his latest levies that could sharply raise costs for Hollywood studios and roil the global entertainment industry.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed confidence that Malaysia-Singapore bilateral relations will continue to strengthen under the leadership of Singapore’s reelected Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, especially as Malaysia is Asean chair this year.

By Fitri Hazim Hazam OSAKA, May 5 — Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj today visited the Selangor Week exhibit at the Malaysian Pavilion during the World Expo 2025 here. His Royal Highness was accompanied by Tengku Permaisuri of Selangor Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin and...

KLANG, May 5 — The Selangor government has identified 17 urgent projects under the Klang Royal City Council (MBDK) to overcome recurring floods in the district.

SHAH ALAM, May 5 — The government will discuss the possibility of expanding FLYSiswa, which provides subsidised flight tickets, to include land transport for students in Peninsular Malaysia, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — Opposition parties should unite with the Madani Government in facing the ongoing trade crisis between the United States and China to ensure the continuity and stability of Malaysia’s economy, said Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming.

By Yasmin Ramlan SHAH ALAM, May 5 — Parti Keadilan Rakyat president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim confirmed his deputy Rafizi Ramli was present at the party’s Central Leadership Council meeting yesterday, amid rumours over the latter’s lengthy leave of absence. “He (Rafizi) attended yesterday. We...

By Yasmin Ramlan SHAH ALAM, May 5 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on Malaysians, especially youth, to master artificial intelligence (AI) while ensuring the development and application of these tools are rooted in national values, cultural identity, and historical...

By Danial Dzulkifly KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — The 24 per cent tariff imposed by the United States on Malaysian goods is not due to the country’s close relations with China, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. Speaking during a special parliamentary...

By Danial Dzulkifly KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — Malaysia will stay the course on key economic reforms, especially its shift towards targeted subsidies and efforts to broaden the national tax base, despite economic pressure and uncertainty from sweeping tariffs by the United States. In a special...

By Yasmin Ramlan SHAH ALAM, May 5 — The United States’ tariffs are a timely reminder for Malaysia to strengthen domestic demand for homegrown products and build greater economic resilience, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. While the tariffs are generally seen as unfavourable,...

PHNOM PENH, May 5 — The first-ever Malaysia Expo Dili (MYExpo) in Timor-Leste will highlight the best of Malaysia across various sectors to expand trade and investment between the two nations.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — The Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry (Miti) will be the sole issuer of non-preferential certificates of origin (NPCO) for exports to the United States from tomorrow.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — The palm oil sector is a key driver for Malaysia’s inclusive economic development and global sustainability, making it the country’s most valuable agricultural export, said the Datametrics Research and Information Centre (DARE).

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — Rising trade protectionism impacts global trade, causing economic fragmentation that affects trade, investment, and capital flows throughout the region, as concluded in the 28th Asean+3 Finance Ministers’ and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting (AFMGM+3).

By Fitri Hazim Hazam OSAKA, May 5 — Raja Muda of Selangor Tengku Amir Shah today officiated Selangor Week at the World Expo here. His Highness was accompanied by Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari, state executive councillors, Selangor Secretary Dato’ Ahmad Fadzli Ahmad Tajuddin,...

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — The Malaysian Aviation Commission (Mavcom) has unveiled its enhanced airline and airport performance “dashboard” to enhance transparency and provide public and industry stakeholders with more comprehensive and detailed insights.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — Selangor Red Giants OG Esports (SRG) are now one step closer to securing a playoff slot in the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Malaysia Professional League Season 15 (MPL MY 15) after maintaining an unbeaten record in eight matches in the third week of the MPL, which ended yesterday.

By Danial Dzulkifly KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — The federal government has announced a massive support package of RM1.5 billion as part of a strategy to cushion local businesses from the impact of sweeping United States tariffs. Speaking at a special parliamentary sitting, Prime Minister Datuk Seri...