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BNM maintains OPR at 3% as growth projection subject to downside risk

"The Malaysian economy grew within expectations in the first quarter of the year, supported by both domestic and external factors. Looking ahead, while the external sector performance is likely to be weighed down by slower global growth and trade tensions, economic growth will be supported by domestic demand."

ECRL may be re-launched on July 25

Transport Minister Anthony Loke also “hinted” that there may be “good news” in “two months” over the Rapid Transit System (RTS) connecting Johor Bahru and Singapore.

Malaysia among top 10 recipients of cross-border capital in Asia Pacific

Malaysia saw an 18% y-o-y increase in cross border capital in 1Q2019 with overseas investors carefully watching the progress of the new government which have made some encouraging progress in tackling corruption and cutting costs, particularly the renegotiation of Chinese-backed infrastructure projects.

Building permit approval cut to 90 days - EAC

The ministry said the fourth meeting of the council discussed proposals to improve the procedures to obtain the building permit to reduce the cost of doing business.