Cynicism, fear and ignorance are the three key problems holding back Malaysia’s science and technology development, said Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Datuk Chang Lih Kang.
It is said that this is a project that will bring immediate benefits as increased crude oil production will lead to increased fuel consumption.
Singapore tightened its monetary policy settings in a widely expected move, expressing concern about the outlook for inflation driven by a surge in energy prices from the Middle East conflict.
Exports of Balijuri and hybrid varieties fetch higher prices
Indonesia's first melamine plant in the Gresik Special Economic Zone is seen as a strategic step to boost the development of the country’s chemical industry and enhance domestic value creation.
In recent weeks we’ve seen heightened global economic uncertainty, driven by conflict and disrupted trade. Distant as that may be, it poses real risks to food security here in Malaysia
The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz with fee collection as proposed by Iran, together with high oil prices, is dampening the prospects for Thai exports and may push overseas shipments into contraction this year, economists say
World Bank lowers Thailand GDP forecast to 1.3% as energy crisis risks hit ASEAN, warning of inflation, wage pressure and long-term economic impacts
<p>Time: November 2025<br /> By: WTO and International Trade Group, Legal Department – VCCI</p>
