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Malaysia among most resilient emerging markets amid global financial shocks: Moody’s

Strong policy framework and stable market conditions help Malaysia absorb shocks, though long-term resilience depends on continued fiscal reforms

Fiscal reform to balance sustainability and social equity: Treasury sec-gen

Johan Mahmood Merican says targeted SST, subsidy rationalisation, and expanded tax base crucial to meeting Malaysia’s fiscal and social goals

First diesel, now petrol: 2025 set to challenge Putrajaya with targeted RON95 subsidy

The policy would take effect in the middle of the year, with those from the T15 income group being ineligible

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Smoking to cost more: BAT Malaysia lights up price tags with new cigarette rates

Cigarette prices for top brands will rise between RM12.40 and RM18.40 per pack starting November 21, 2025

AFC to name 2031 and 2035 Asian Cup hosts in joint announcement

Record number of bids for 2031 edition prompts AFC to consider back-to-back host decisions at upcoming congress

Kuala Lumpur location for Marvel superhero film Thunderbolts

Florence Pugh was in Malaysia and shot scenes in Medan Pasar, Merdeka 118

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