The Thai baht weakened on Friday and was set for its biggest weekly drop in four months as political uncertainty weighed on already fragile sentiment, while other regional currencies were also headed for weekly losses on Middle East tensions.

Thai baht hit by political turmoil; Asian currencies set for weekly losses

Asian stock markets and currencies fell on Thursday on broader risk-off sentiment as cautious investors weighed the possibility of US involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict.

Meanwhile, the Philippine central bank cut its policy rate by 25 basis points as expected. Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Eli Remolona stated that while an accommodative policy was needed, there were risks associated with geopolitical tensions and external policy uncertainty that had to be monitored.

Risk aversion grips Asian stocks, currencies; Philippines cuts rates as expected

US hotel chains Hilton and Marriott have announced African expansion drives to tap into the continent's rapid tourism growth.

Hotel groups Hilton and Marriot announce African expansion plans

Most Asian currencies slipped on Wednesday as tensions between Israel and Iran remained in focus, while Indonesia's rupiah and stocks were little-changed after the central bank held rates steady, as expected.

Asian currencies fall on Middle East jitters, Bank Indonesia holds rates

Emerging Asian currencies weakened on Tuesday against a largely steady dollar, as conflict in the Middle East kept investors on edge, while focus was also on central bank rate decisions this week.

Asian currencies weaken on Middle East tensions; rate decisions in focus

Most Asian currencies inched slightly up on Monday as the dollar lost ground in volatile trading, while equities fell due to the intensifying conflict between Israel and Iran, with investors awaiting several central bank meetings this week.

Asian currencies edge up, stocks fall on Mideast tensions; focus on central bank meetings

Asian equities and currencies slipped on Friday as investors fled to the safe-haven dollar after Israel launched strikes on Iran's nuclear and military sites, injecting fresh uncertainty in markets already roiled by trade uncertainty.

Asian currencies, stock slip on risk-off after Israel strikes Iran

The South Korean won and the Taiwan dollar led Asian currencies higher on Thursday, as the US-China trade truce and indications that President Donald Trump might take a milder approach in tariff negotiations lifted overall risk sentiment.

Taiwan dollar, South Korean won lead gains among Asian FX on easing tariff tensions

Asian stocks climbed on Tuesday, while regional currencies edged lower against a firmer dollar as investors tracked the second day of high-stakes trade talks between Washington and Beijing.

Asian shares rise, currencies inch lower as US-China trade talks roll into second day

Emerging Asian equities rose on Monday ahead of key US-China trade talks in London, while regional currencies edged up as the dollar weakened.

Asian equities climb; currencies steady ahead of US-China trade talks

Asian currencies were steady on Friday and poised for weekly gains after a phone call between US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping signalled further trade talks, while most regional equities tracked Wall Street's overnight losses.

Asian currencies poised for weekly gains; rate cut lifts Indian equities

Asian currencies were subdued on Thursday with investors tracking developments in US trade negotiations, while South Korean stocks led gains among regional equities on optimism around President Lee Jae-myung’s pro-growth policies.

South Korean shares, currency extend rally; Asian FX tepid on trade uncertainty

Emerging-market assets look poised to deliver “several percent” returns this year on expectations of a continued decline in the US dollar, according to Bofa Securities.

BofA’s Hauner expects more emerging-market gains as dollar drops

South Korean shares leapt to a 10-month high and the won rose on Wednesday following liberal candidate Lee Jae-myung's presidential victory, while regional currencies weakened as the looming deadline to submit trade offers to the United States kept investors on edge.

South Korean shares surge post-election; Asian currencies waver on trade concerns

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Ministry of Digital launches RAI Portal for non-citizens

The Ministry of Digital and the National Digital Department (JDN) have launched a non-citizen segment on the MyGovernment Portal.

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The regulato...

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KUALA LUMPUR (June 22): The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (Miti) has held discussions with leading tech giant&nbsp;Intel&nbsp;regarding the Intel’s plans on reinvestment and expansion of its operations in Malaysia.

Zafrul: Intel, Vishay set to expand semiconductor presence in Malaysia

(June 22):&nbsp;Wall Street entered 2025 with bullish bets on onshore Chinese stocks, counting on Beijing’s stimulus drive to cushion the blow from US tariffs. Six months in, they couldn’t have been more wrong.

Hong Kong stock rally shakes up investor playbook for China

JOHOR BAHRU (June 22): The OCBC Group has committed more than RM11 billion in financing to businesses in Johor since the start of 2024, as part of its long-term commitment to the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ).&nbsp;

OCBC commits over RM11b to Johor businesses, eyes further support for Johor-Singapore SEZ

KUALA LUMPUR (June 22): Malaysia’s discussions with the United States trade representative and the US secretary of commerce on ongoing tariff-related negotiations have made good progress, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Miti: Malaysia-US tariff talks making good progress

(June 21): FedEx Corp's founder and former chief executive officer Frederick Smith, who started the global delivery conglomerate with more than a dozen planes in the 1970s, has died, the company's CEO Raj Subramaniam said in memo to staff posted on its website on Saturday.

FedEx founder and exec chairman Frederick Smith has passed away, CEO tells staff

SYDNEY/JERUSALEM/TOKYO/LONDON (June 22): An organisation that monitors flight risks warned on Sunday that US strikes on Iran's nuclear sites could heighten the threat to American operators in the region, as some airlines cancelled flights to and from Dubai and Doha.

US airlines face heightened risks as global carriers bypass Middle East after attacks on Iran

ALOR SETAR (June 22): Kedah recorded RM4.2 billion in investments in the first quarter of this year (1Q2025), which is expected to generate over 1,400 job opportunities.

Kedah records investments totalling RM4.2b in 1Q2025

KUALA LUMPUR (June 22): The implementation of the new electricity tariff schedule&nbsp;starting July 1 is a clear reflection of the major reforms being undertaken by the government, particularly in the national energy sector, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.

Fahmi: New electricity tariff reflects major reform in national energy sector

KUALA LUMPUR (June 22): The appointment of PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar and Pakatan Harapan (PH) secretary general Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail as joint election directors is expected to give PKR an edge in the upcoming elections.

Fahmi: Nurul Izzah, Saifuddin Nasution’s appointment gives PKR advantage in upcoming elections

(June 22): The UK and its military assets weren’t involved in US strikes on Iran’s main nuclear sites, and is calling for a diplomatic solution to the crisis. &nbsp;

UK says it’s not involved in US strikes on Iran, urges talks

KUCHING (June 22): Interference by major powers such as the United States in the Iran-Israel conflict will only worsen the situation and undermine regional stability, as well as the global economy, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said on Sunday.

Anwar: US’ action in Iran-Israel conflict worsens situation, undermines stability

SINGAPORE (June 22): Singapore Prime Minister&nbsp;Lawrence Wong is making&nbsp;a five-day official visit to China from&nbsp;Sunday, at the invitation of Premier Li Qiang, according to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).

Singapore PM undertakes introductory visit to China, will attend Summer Davos

SEOUL (June 22): South Korea's top trade negotiator said on Sunday that he would raise concerns about potential US&nbsp;restrictions on chipmakers in China when he meets US officials in Washington this week for the third round of technical discussions in tariff talks.

South Korea to raise concerns to US over potential curbs on chipmakers' China operations

KUALA LUMPUR (June 22): The Malaysian Media Council (MMC) is the best platform to manage ethical issues of journalists, including the recent publication of an infographic regarding the appointment of Inspector General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail by a local newspaper, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.

Fahmi: Malaysia Media Council best platform to manage journalists’ ethical issues

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KYIV (June 22): Around 10,000 Russian soldiers are fighting in Russia's Kursk region, about 90 square kilometres&nbsp;(35 square miles) of which is controlled by Ukraine, Ukraine's top military commander said.

Ukraine fighting 10,000 Russian troops in Kursk region, Ukrainian commander says

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