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West Asia

No change for OPR: BNM maintains 2.75% rate to support recovery

Bank Negara Malaysia keeps the benchmark rate steady for the 2026 first-quarter review, balancing resilient domestic growth against rising global risks and energy price volatility

Malaysia, China stand out as resilient economies amid global energy turmoil

Energy strength and policy discipline provide a crucial buffer, but prolonged shocks could still unsettle markets

Iran seeks full end to conflict as Pezeshkian speaks with Anwar

Leaders discuss regional security amid US-Israel tensions, calling for peace grounded in justice and accountability

Evacuation halted as West Asia flights resume

With airspace reopening across the region, Malaysians are urged to return via commercial airlines, while the government pledges swift support in emergencies

BNM holds fire on rate hike as oil shock deepens

Policymakers weigh inflation risks from surging crude and West Asia conflict, with subsidies and trade surplus cushioning Malaysia’s economy
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The Formula for F1’s return to Sepang – Dr Helmy Haja Mydin

The biggest race turnout at the SIC to date is enough cause to consider a resurrection of the Malaysian GP

Short-lived La Niña expected in early 2026, but stable weather to follow

MetMalaysia forecasts cool conditions and brief shifts in rainfall patterns before returning to normal

Shadow AI in public sector raises questions over governance and data security – KV Soon

Concerns emerge over the use of AI agents linked to an official work email, highlighting the need for stronger oversight, accountability and safeguards

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