Economists: Policymakers need to be committed in view of falling oil prices


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PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s commitment to reforms aimed at reducing the Federal Government’s fiscal deficit is on the radar of investors.

As government finances come under pressure due to plunging global oil prices and slowing economic growth, questions about the commitment of policymakers to reforms will arise.

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