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Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) Financial seeks bankruptcy protection as banking turmoil...
PETRONAS inks MoU with Philippines’ Phoenix Petroleum
Poland-Ukraine ties seen as a target of Russian disinformation
Police focus on van renter in Brooklyn subway shooting probe
Malaysia exports rise 9.8% to RM204.99bil in Feb
US forces returning to Philippines to counter China threats
IAEA sends staff to all Ukraine nuclear plants in safety bid
Malaysian banks rating intact despite US bank failures – RAM Ratings
China’s claim on Spratly violated Philippine sovereign rights, World court says
The Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) said that the Philippine sovereign rights were violated by China as it illicitly claimed jurisdiction over the Spratly Islands. In 2016, the tribunal officially declared that the Philippines has exclusive sovereign rights over the controversial West Philippine Sea (South China Sea), clearly invalidating China’s “nine-dash” demarcation line. Documents released by the world […]
OPEC advances meeting to discuss oil price cuts amid coronavirus
New China-Laos-Thailand train builds efficiency for China and Asean trade
WHO says 99% of the world’s population breathes poor-quality air.
Fears on global medicine shortage grow as coronavirus hit supply chains
The continued closure of factories in China due to the coronavirus threatens the supply of medicines worldwide as the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients were disrupted. China is the world’s largest maker of drug ingredients and particularly supplies those used for treating diabetes, blood pressure, headaches and fevers. With this, the Government of India has limited the […]
Oil price plunges as Saudi Arabia retaliates with Russia
Malaysia Banks to be held up by resilient earnings
Taiwan fears impact of US chip restrictions
Iranian Soleimani’s death served “American Justice,” says President Trump
China accepts help from int’l experts as coronavirus worsens
Europe bans Russian diesel, other oil products over Ukraine
Asia’s US$350bil gas projects intensify the clean energy debate.
The Dystopian Dance of Wealth and Politics
The US doubts the new Russian war chief can end Moscow’s...
Activists stage global climate protest, slam Ukraine war.
Germany seeks to boost renewable energy and cut Russian imports.
Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan protests to the U.S. about alleged...
KLCI falls as investors take profit, ringgit at 4.4760
Xi Jinping’s Diplomatic Nuance: Two-State Solution and Humanitarian Aid Amid Gaza...
Internet speed slows down globally due to coronavirus
Guyana OKs Exxon’s $10B Yellowtail offshore oil project.
Food prices soar to record levels on Ukraine war disruptions
India emerged as 5th world’s largest economy with $2.94 trillion GDP
New Russian offensive underway in Ukraine, says NATO
UN to vote on suspending Russia from the rights council.
‘No city anymore’: Mariupol survivors take train to safety.
Biden waiving the ethanol rule in a bid to lower gasoline...
War in Ukraine to hurt poor nations importing grain: UN warned.
Finland, Sweden move ahead toward possible NATO membership
Global stock markets stumble as coronavirus pandemic spreads
Cyberattack in Ukraine war affected thousands across Europe.
Hundreds Of thousands hit Pakistani streets to protest Imran Khan’s ouster
Malaysian banks’ loan growth to stay at 5-6% in 2023 on...
Malaysia not going into recession, growth set to continue in 2023:...
Biden, Modi to speak as US presses for a hard line...
RHB Bank on course to meet KPI targets
New rules for companies on climate risks proposed by SEC.
Hope fading as deaths in Turkey, Syria earthquake surpasses 15,000
Putin wants ‘unfriendly countries’ to pay rubles for gas.
IMF, World bank express readiness to lend amid virus crisis
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank have already developed contingency plans to be able to provide funding to the global fight against the coronavirus (COVID-19). IMF spokesman Gerry Rice said that the institutions are willing to lend capital should any state government requests for assistance. “We have various financial instruments that could […]
EU officials visit Kyiv as Russia strikes civilian target
Global semiconductor equipment sales to hit record US$108.5bil this year
Russian President claims lead on hypersonic weapons, surpassing US
US seeks tighter UN sanctions after N. Korea missile test
EU eyes Russian officials, banks, industry for sanctions.
TM, ZTE Malaysia team up to build hybrid cloud 5G core...
SpaceX launches 3 visitors to the space station for $55M each
Japan, US hold navy drills off Koreas amid nuke test worry
Maybank introduces financing solution for EV, hybrid users
NATO, in Arctic training drills, faces up to Putin’s ‘unpredictable’ Russia.
UN chief: Don’t let Russia crisis fuel climate destruction.
WTO warns of ‘real’ recession risk in some major economies
Asian FX, stocks rise as strong U.S. GDP data aids risk...
South Korea chip inventory climbs the fastest in 27 years
Russian strikes hit western Ukraine as offensive widens
Sarawak targets revenue of RM11bil by 2023
Vietnam lures US$3.1 billion in FDI in first two months of...
Russian stock market, crushed by war, will partially reopen
Unprecedented Alliance: Philippines and U.S. Unveil Joint Maritime Defense Operations
Asian markets surge as central banks signal support
Share prices in Asia got an unexpected boost following the commitment of the Bank of Japan and the U.S. Federal Reserve to help protect markets from the damaging impact of the coronavirus. The Asian markets reversed early losses as investors put their hopes on a harmonized global monetary policy response. BOJ Governor Haruhiko Kuroda, in a rare […]
EV-related stocks advance after Tesla gets approval to import electric vehicles...
UN worries about unemployment of 470M people worldwide
Tens of thousands protest in Berlin against the war in Ukraine
Bank Negara issues exposure draft on licensing and regulatory framework for...
The US, EU sign data transfer deal to ease privacy concerns
MBSB Bank, Prec ink pact to drive cashless business transactions among...
The US to seek Russia’s suspension from Human Rights Council.
IMF set to provide $2.9 billion to help crisis-hit Sri Lanka
Crude oil prices stay muted in 1H amid altered oil flows...
US-Iran tensions put world market on edge
The U.S. imposes fresh sanctions on Russia over the Ukraine invasion.
Asia stocks edge up despite global growth worries.
NATO planes to be sent to Romania to eye Russian activity
US accuses Russia of endangering nuclear arms control treaty
Ukraine war drives the US, EU deal to undercut Russian energy
Russian space chief: Sanctions could imperil space station.
Russia faces global outrage over bodies in Ukraine’s streets.
Biden bans Russian oil, warns of higher prices at US pumps.
Standard Chartered Malaysia Launches SmartStocks
CIA director visits Kyiv, meets with Ukraine’s Zelenskyy
EU slams ‘war crimes’ in Ukraine but new sanctions unlikely
Ukraine war imperils wheat, but farmers are in no rush to...
National leaders say Iranian missile struck down Ukraine Int’l flight
Malaysian economy relatively resilient in 2023, says ICAEW
IBM partners with new chipmaker Rapidus to make up lost ground
Intel unveils $88B chipmaking expansion plan for Europe
Biden approves $800M in new military assistance for Ukraine
Malaysia attracts RM264.6bil approved investments in 2022, 2nd largest ever recorded:...
Lithuania cuts off Russian gas imports and urges the EU to...
EU to mobilise RM47bil for Asean investments
Malaysia consumer sector expected to remain robust
Canada condemns Russia and China over vetoed Syria aid
Biden pledges new Ukraine aid warns Russia on chemical weapons.
World Bank President urges lawmakers to prioritize debt management to avert...
‘No mercy’: Mariupol bombing compared to Nazi war crimes.
Security Scare in Georgetown: Secret Service Agents Thwart Break-in Targeting Naomi...
Poland to end Russian oil imports; Germany warns on gas.
World stocks rise as Mid-East tensions wane
Malaysia attracts RM123.3 billion worth of approved investments for Jan-June 2022...
Boustead Plantations expects continued volatility in palm oil prices
Australian PM Scott Morrison faces anger for taking Holiday amid bushfire...
Asia stocks extend losses as Ukraine war, China’s Covid-19 surge hit...
Prices of crude oil soar after Iran’s missile attacks on US...
UK inflation hits a 30-year high of 6.2% as Sunak readies...
Wins for pro-Putin leaders buttress autocracies in Europe.
Congress votes to suspend Russia’s trade status, enact an oil ban
Malaysia’s palm oil stocks slide 6.56% in Feb
Thailand, France and Mexico strengthen environmental protection with plastic ban
UK regulator revokes license of Russia-backed broadcaster RT.
Ukraine accuses Russia of the massacre, a city strewn with bodies.
Three nations to be largest sovereign sukuk issuers
China’s Ant Financial applies for banking license in Singapore, joining Grab...
Russia’s invasion drives NATO rethink of Europe force stance.
EU approves new sanctions against Russia over Ukraine war
High energy costs trigger unrest in parts of Europe.
Singapore core inflation cools while acceleration risks loom
Greenhouse gas emissions rose in Rhode Island.
Europe agrees to ban Russian coal but struggles with oil, gas
Indonesia’s Asean presidency to focus on economic growth, says senior minister...
Asian shares rise ahead of Fed decision on rate hike
UN assembly suspends Russia from top human rights body
Asian stock markets mixed ahead of latest US jobs reading
EU and UK hit Russia with wider sanctions that target luxury
Zelenskyy evokes Holocaust as he appeals to Israel for aid.
Secret intelligence has an unusually public role in the Ukraine war.
Asia-Pacific leaders condemn war, renew calls for open trade
Budget 2023 will be among the focus for the 15th Malaysian...
EcoWorld in end-financing tie-up with Public Bank
US banks warn of recession amid rising inflation
Singapore bank stocks hit by Credit Suisse crisis
Biden’s China ‘pivot’ complicated by Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Council of Europe expels Russia from human rights body.
Fire and Rain: West to get more one-two extreme climate hits.
China investment will boost green economy in Malaysia, says biz leader
Saudi maintains stable oil supply amid growing tensions
Biden will travel to Europe for Ukraine talks: White House
European inflation soars to a record 7.5% on fuel, food costs.
Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific flags up to US$893.77 million loss in...
Russia-Ukraine war in the world’s ‘breadbasket’ threatens food supply.
Ukrainian forces retake areas near Kyiv amid fear of traps.
Russian airstrike hits base in western Ukraine kills 35
Russians shift focus from Kyiv, scaling back goals in war?
Retail loan growth likely to remain strong
International trade rises as commerce ministry lays out 2023 plans
Amazon closes $8.5B deal to acquire Hollywood studio MGM.
Oil prices climb after Opec+ keeps output cut targets, China eases...
What to expect next as US-China trade deal gets inked
The U.S. reinstates 352 product exclusions from China tariffs.
War censorship exposes Putin’s leaky internet controls
Mariupol’s dead put at 5,000 as Ukraine braces in the east.
Chile ratifies CPTPP, a big opportunity for Malaysian businesses: Tengku Zafrul
China and Russia scolded by the US for failure to condemn...
EU faces big subsidy rift before facing US
Arizona Gov. Ducey hails Taiwan semiconductor investment
Malaysia’s total trade up 8.6% to RM236bil in December 2022
Over 300 tourists in Aklan, Philippines already sent back to Wuhan,...
Philippine authorities said some 314 Chinese tourists in Kalibo, Aklan have been forcibly repatriated to novel coronavirus (nCov)-stricken Wuhan, China as of January 26. They are among the 500 passengers who left Wuhan and were bound for Boracay before the total lockdown was imposed by the Chinese government. Despite originally scheduled to return to China […]
Bursa Malaysia announces 21 additions to F4GBM index constituents
Boris Johnson: Russian win would bring ‘age of intimidation’
Malaysia end-August palm oil stocks hit 2 million tonnes for first...
Silicon Valley Bank SVB run exposes rifts in venture capital world
Global food prices in 2022 hit record high amid drought, war
German cabin crew union threatens Lufthansa airlines with strikes after Holidays
Ukraine reports 300 dead in airstrike on Mariupol theater
Poland orders expulsion of 45 Russians suspected of spying.
World Bank official says war-driven oil price hikes to slash growth...
Refugee exodus reaches 2.8 million as Russian strikes hit west Ukraine
Trudeau reaches deal to keep his party in power till 2025
China criticized for failure to provide accurate details and solutions for...
Thousands of people and experts around the world are criticizing China for withholding vital details and tough measures to control the outbreak of the 2019-novel coronavirus. Chinese scientists failed to share the virus itself to the World Health Organization despite being able to publicize the genome sequence of the virus. Global experts said that if China […]