Anwar’s Kishore Kumar Rendition Makes Waves In India As BRICS Visit Boosts Diplomatic, Investment Ties

From M.Saraswathi and R.Ratcharathan

NEW DELHI, Sept 14 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s rendition of Kishore Kumar’s classic “Khwab Ho Tum Ya Koi Haqeeqat” may have struck a chord with Indians, going viral on social media, but his participation in the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit here was firmly focused on strengthening Malaysia’s diplomatic ties and advancing investment and economic engagements.

PM Anwar’s Rendition Of Kishore Kumar Song Strikes A Chord In India

From Saraswathi Muniappan

NEW DELHI, Sept 13 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim may have been in New Delhi for high-level diplomacy but his rendition of Kishore Kumar’s classic “Khwab Ho Tum Ya Koi Haqeeqat” struck a different chord, drawing positive reactions from many Indians.

Brent Tops US$100 Per Barrel On Escalation US-Iran Conflict

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 9 (Bernama) -- Brent oil surpassed US$100 per barrel for the first time since July 2026 as the escalation in the United States (US)-Iran conflict, including attacks on oil tankers and Saudi Arabia’s energy facilities, raises concerns about further supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea. 

Malaysia Needs Managed Energy Transition That Recognises Current Realities And Long-term Ambitions - Minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia needs a managed energy transition that recognises both its current realities and long-term ambitions, Minister of Economy  Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said today. 

Indonesia Proposes RP4.09 Quadrillion Spending For 2027; Targets 6.0 Pct Growth

JAKARTA, Aug 14 (Bernama) -- Indonesia has proposed a state expenditure of Rp4.09 quadrillion (Rp1 million= RM228.40) for 2027 to support eight national priority programmes, as the government targets to achieve a stronger economic growth of six per cent next year.

MATRADE To Continue Monitoring Market Conditions, Providing Exporters With Timely Intelligence

KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) will continue to monitor market conditions in real time, feeding intelligence back to Malaysian exporters as conditions shift.

Brent Remains Slightly Above US$100 Per Barrel On Escalating US-Iran Conflict

KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 (Bernama) -- Brent crude oil prices have remained above US$100 per barrel today amid the escalating United States-Iran conflict, reigniting fears over global energy supplies.

Shipping Recovery To Take Time As Malaysian Ports Prepare For Hormuz Backlog

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, July 13  (Bernama) – Ports, shipping lines and cargo owners are now confronting the formidable task of restoring global supply chains and clearing a backlog of vessels and cargo built up during months of conflict in and around the Strait of Hormuz, a process that industry players say could take weeks or even months.

Bursa Malaysia Extends Gains At Midday On Buying In Financial, Telecom Stocks

KUALA LUMPUR, July 2 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia continued its upward trend at midday, driven by strong buying interest in major financial and telecommunications stocks.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Morning Session Higher

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session on a firmer note, supported by selective buying interest in heavyweight counters, particularly within the utilities sector, amid range-bound trading.

Diplomacy With All Countries Helps Secure Long-term Energy Supplies For Logistics, Transportation -- Loke

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Long-term supply agreements for oil, gas and diesel for at least 20 years will provide stability to the logistics and transportation sectors, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook.

Anwar's Turkmenistan Visit, Petronas' New Agreements A Boon To Malaysian Companies' Credibility

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s recent visit to Turkmenistan, which saw Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) cement new agreements after a 30-year presence in the country, should be viewed as more than a diplomatic mission, economists said.