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Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (L) talks to Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim as he arrives for a bilateral meeting ahead of the 2nd ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit after the 46th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit in Kuala Lumpur on May 27, 2025. (Photo by Mohd RASFAN / POOL / AFP)

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks with the press as he waits to greet leaders before the plenary session at the 46th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit in Kuala Lumpur on May 26, 2025. (Photo by MOHD RASFAN / POOL / AFP)

The dynamic leadership of the Sarawak Premier, Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, is the key factor behind the state's rapid development, particularly in technology and energy.

At 8am, the local note appreciated to 4.2705/2920 versus the greenback from Thursday’s close of 4.2795/2870.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino (C) waits in line to greet Qatar's Emir and US President ahead of a state dinner at the Lusail Palace in Doha on May 14, 2025. (Photo by Brendan SMIALOWSKI / AFP)

Although the OPR is expected by many to stay at 3.0 per cent, some economists see a possible 25 basis points cut by Bank Negara Malaysia as pre-emptive support against the potential downside risks of the American tariffs.

Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd's chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the decision is appropriate and represents a pragmatic move by the government. Photo illustrated on Canva.

The IMF said on Wednesday that if fiscal revenues and economic output decline more significantly than current forecasts due to rising tariffs and weakened growth prospects, debt levels may exceed existing "debt-at-risk" estimates. - Photo by AFP

Referring to Xi's official visit to Vietnam, Malaysia, and Cambodia, Bill O’Reilly scoffed at the supposed economic relevance the countries hold. Photo: X

The national logo of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) radiates in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. - Photo by Bernama