Economy

Malaysia holds key interest rate steady despite COVID lockdown

Some economists expected a cut to ease economic pressure as infections surge

January 20, 2021 16:42 JST

World's No. 2 palm oil producer calls European directive 'discriminatory'

January 16, 2021 15:26 JST

Decision to delay elections augurs poorly for nation's economy

January 14, 2021 05:00 JST

Extra 12.2m doses in bag but Kuala Lumpur and 5 states face rule tightening

January 11, 2021 22:04 JST

Governments fail to agree proposed changes to the suspended plan

January 1, 2021 12:56 JST

Forced labor allegations follow those against FGV and Top Glove

January 1, 2021 01:45 JST

Bold policies needed to boost economic recovery and improve social stability

December 30, 2020 17:00 JST

IMF unveils mixed economic forecasts for Southeast Asia

December 29, 2020 02:56 JST

Policy to focus on ecotourism and preparing for future disasters

December 23, 2020 15:34 JST

For Asian metropolises, crisis offers chance to emerge cleaner, greener and safer

December 8, 2020 06:05 JST