Oil price hike: Why Malaysia is coping better


Blow softened: Subsidies are keeping petrol prices low in Malaysia – for now. — The Star

THE conflict in the Middle East between the United States-Israel and Iran has thrown the rest of the world into serious disarray.

We all have been caught up in the issue as the war continues, although we live thousands of miles away.

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Wong Chun Wai

Wong Chun Wai

Wong Chun Wai began his career as a journalist in Penang, and has served The Star for over 35 years in various capacities and roles. He is now group editorial and corporate affairs adviser to the group, after having served as group managing director/chief executive officer. On The Beat made its debut on Feb 23 1997 and Chun Wai has penned the column weekly without a break, except for the occasional press holiday when the paper was not published. In May 2011, a compilation of selected articles of On The Beat was published as a book and launched in conjunction with his 50th birthday. Chun Wai also comments on current issues in The Star.

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