KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 — The temporary ceasefire in Myanmar, declared amid a devastating humanitarian crisis following a recent earthquake, offers a crucial window for relief efforts and potentially lays the groundwork for longer-term peace, an opportunity that Malaysia, as Asean Chair, is working actively to support.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 — Malaysia will not face a balance of payments (BOP) crisis as the country has been consistently registering current account surpluses, says Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Deputy Governor Datuk Marzunisham Omar.

TOKYOm Dec 7— Deputies of the ASEAN+3 group of nations agreed on Thursday to set up a new regional lending facility to respond to emergencies in the region amid rising uncertainty over a global economic slowdown and elevated US interest rates.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 3 — The implementation of the National Digital Identity or Digital ID among Malaysians will facilitate the verification and distribution of aid during crises or natural disasters, thus ensuring immediate and accurate assistance reaches those in need.

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 8 — Malaysia will fulfil its responsibilities to the best of its ability in voicing its views on the Palestinian-Israeli crisis at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) Economic Leaders' Week in San Francisco, California, next week.

KUALA KANGSAR, 5 Nov — The Sultan of Perak Sultan Nazrin Shah today expressed his sorrow over the suffering of the Palestinian people who were victims of the brutality of the Israeli regime.

TOKYO, Dec 22 — Nine medical groups in Japan declared on Monday a state of emergency as medical care systems across the country are in a crisis due to surging coronavirus cases, Jiji Press reported.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 — Malaysia's strong financial institution, system and preparedness can safeguard its economy from falling into a crisis, Bank Negara Malaysia Deputy Governor Jessica Chew said.