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Bank Negara Malaysia Keeps Overnight Policy Rate Steady at 2.75% in July 2026
Bank Negara Malaysia held the Overnight Policy Rate at 2.75% on July 9, maintaining the rate for the sixth straight meeting since a cut in July 2025.
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Malaysia and Thailand Resolve Fisheries Trade Dispute, Agree to Boost Bilateral Ties
Malaysia and Thailand settled a fisheries trade dispute and agreed to enhance cooperation in trade, infrastructure, and agriculture during a July 9 meeting.
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Malaysia updates on 1MDB liabilities, EV chargers, data centre power, and new air cargo hub
Malaysia revealed its 1MDB debt status, EV charging rollout, data centre power supply, and a new RM80 million air cargo project in mid-2026.
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Malaysia's health inflation rises to 3% in 2025 amid sharp dengue surge in 2026
Malaysia saw health inflation rise to 3% in 2025 and dengue cases jump 29% with deaths up 67% by mid-2026.
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Oil prices fall as OPEC+ raises output and Hormuz shipments increase
Oil prices dropped below US$72 per barrel after OPEC+ announced higher production and energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz improved.
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Malaysia waives RM1 ATM fee on bank ATMs amid Johor state election campaign
Malaysia began waiving the RM1 interbank ATM withdrawal fee July 1 as the Johor state election campaign draws attention nationwide.
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Magnitude 5.9 quake hits New Zealand's North Island; separate 5.6 quake jolts north of Egypt
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck east coast of New Zealand's North Island on August 2, followed by a magnitude 5.6 quake north of Suez, Egypt, on August 3.
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DAP's Anthony Loke loses Chennah seat and resigns as Negri Sembilan DAP chief
Anthony Loke lost the Chennah seat in the 2026 Negeri Sembilan election and resigned as DAP state chairman but stays as party secretary-general.
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Malaysia’s economy forecast to grow 4-5% in 2026 despite energy and climate challenges
Malaysia’s economy is expected to grow between 4% and 5% in 2026 amid ongoing fiscal consolidation and climate risks.
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SK Hynix Q2 Profit Soars Sixfold on AI Demand but Falls Short of Forecasts amid Sharp Stock Decline
SK Hynix reported a Q2 operating profit of about 60.5 trillion won, a 557% rise year-on-year, driven by AI chip demand but missed analyst forecasts as shares plunged.
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UN Urges Evacuation of 6,000 Seafarers Stranded in Strait of Hormuz Amid Conflict
The UN called for urgent action to evacuate about 6,000 seafarers stranded on 400 vessels in the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing hostilities.
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Malaysia Reaffirms Israeli Nationals Entry Ban Amid US Criticism, Continues Tariff Talks
Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim reaffirmed the country’s decades-old Israeli nationals entry ban despite criticism from eight US Congressmen and continues US tariff negotiations.
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ASEAN Foreign Ministers Meet in Manila to Address US-Iran Conflict and Regional Security
ASEAN foreign ministers convened in Manila starting July 21 to discuss regional security, US-Iran war impacts, South China Sea tensions, and Myanmar diplomacy.
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UK PM Andy Burnham Cancels Digital ID Scheme to Prioritize Cost of Living Crisis
Incoming UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has scrapped the digital ID scheme launched by Keir Starmer to focus government spending on the cost of living.
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Malaysian Parliament debates internet issues, BNPL debt rise, subsidy misuse, and tax policies
Parliament discussed internet disruptions, West Asia conflict impact, BNPL debt increase, cooking oil subsidy leaks, wealth tax stance, KWAP investment scrutiny, and elderly care SST exemption.
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Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim addresses economic and political challenges amid opposition losses
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim directed ministries to ease manufacturing cost pressures and dismissed early election calls after Pakatan Harapan’s electoral defeat.
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Malaysia secures stable fuel supply amid Strait of Hormuz tensions and updates rice laws
Malaysia confirms stable fuel supply through end-2026 despite Middle East tensions and passes stricter rice market regulations.
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Malaysia calls for UN Security Council veto limits, addresses refugee and regional security issues
Malaysia urged curbs on UN Security Council veto power and advanced refugee and security policies ahead of new term bid.
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Malaysia seeks compensation after Norway cancels Naval Strike Missile contract
Malaysia demands €226 million in compensation and plans negotiations after Norway halts Naval Strike Missile exports over security concerns.
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Amazon’s Market Value Tops $3 Trillion for First Time on August 3, 2026
Amazon.com Inc surpassed $3 trillion in market capitalization on August 3 following a strong post-earnings rally and record share prices.
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EU says TikTok breaches Digital Services Act over minors' account safety settings
The European Commission preliminarily finds TikTok's minor account settings unsafe under EU law, risking a fine up to 6% of global turnover.
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June 2026 European heatwave causes €20 billion in crop losses, hitting France and Hungary hardest
A June 2026 heatwave triggered crop losses worth €20-23 billion across Europe, severely affecting France and Hungary’s grain production.
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Malaysia denies fugitive Jho Low entered country for 1MDB talks in late 2025
Malaysia's Deputy Finance Minister denied claims that fugitive Jho Low secretly returned for 1MDB negotiations with Chinese delegation.
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Indonesia and India sign defence deals including BrahMos and air-to-air missiles
Indonesia and India signed defence agreements on July 7 covering BrahMos cruise missiles and Astra air-to-air missiles.