Malaysians are against the cost of living going up

Malaysians are against the cost of living going up

On Saturday, a significant number of Malaysians gathered in the capital to voice their concerns over escalating living costs and what they see as insufficient reforms from Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s unity government. The protest orchestrated by opposition parties signifies the inaugural major demonstration in Southeast Asia’s sixth-largest economy following Anwar’s ascent to power after…

U.S. slaps up to 3,521% tariffs on Southeast Asia solar panels 

U.S. slaps up to 3,521% tariffs on Southeast Asia solar panels 

The US Commerce Department has revealed intentions to impose tariffs of as high as 3,521% on solar panel imports from four Southeast Asian countries.  A year-long investigation culminated following requests from several major solar equipment manufacturers for the administration of then-President Joe Biden to safeguard their operations in the United States.  The proposed levies are…

Flooding in Malaysia and Thailand takes at least 12 lives

Flooding in Malaysia and Thailand takes at least 12 lives

Officials report that severe flooding resulting from heavy rainfall in Malaysia and neighboring Thailand has led to the deaths of at least 12 individuals. In northern Malaysia, over 122,000 individuals have been compelled to leave their residences, while approximately 13,000 people in southern Thailand have similarly faced displacement.Concerns are mounting that the figure may increase,…