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KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- The National Economic Action Council (NEAC) meeting has set a clear direction in managing the global energy crisis, which is increasingly acute and expected to be prolonged, by emphasising the main approach to guaranteeing the supply of energy and basic goods so that the people's daily lives are not affected.
By Siti Noor Afera Abu
KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s short-term economic impact is expected to remain manageable, despite the impasse in United States (US)-Iran peace talks, said economists.
By Nurul Hanis Izmir
PUTRAJAYA, April 13 (Bernama) -- Amid global economic uncertainty driven by geopolitical tensions and volatile crude oil prices, the key question is no longer only how effectively governments can manage the crisis, but how far the public is prepared to help limit its impact.
PUTRAJAYA, April 10 (Bernama) -- It would be reasonable to reassess the budget if the government continues to see a drastic increase in BUDI MADANI RON95 (BUD95) subsidy spending, according to an economist.
By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif
KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 (Bernama) -- The government will focus on ensuring there is sufficient supply of fuel and basic goods to enable economic activities to continue, according to Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- B100, a 100 per cent palm oil-based biodiesel, has the potential to emerge as a more competitive and sustainable alternative energy source amid uncertainties arising from the West Asia crisis, said Federal Land Development Authority (FELDA) chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Shabery Cheek.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s energy supply is expected to remain sufficient at least until June this year, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 (Bernama) —Malaysia must expedite its transition towards a more sustainable, diversified and cost-effective long-term energy strategy, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- The government has taken precautionary measures in coordinating the implementation of national policies, particularly to address the impact of the global energy crisis, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and the president and chair of the Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), Zou Jiayi, have discussed a sustainable development agenda covering the transition to green energy as well as the empowerment of digital infrastructure and advanced technology.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 (Bernama) -- Any consideration to introduce additional support or initiatives must be well structured, implemented in phases, and activated when necessary for the people’s well-being, according to Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 (Bernama) -- Petroliam Nasional Bhd’s (Petronas) planning is assisting the government in providing sufficient oil and gas supplies at least until May, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
