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US Targets Chinese Shipping Firms in Fresh Sanctions Over Iranian Oil Trade

The US has sanctioned 10 Chinese shipping companies and two Iranian insurers, accusing them of facilitating Iranian oil exports. The action freezes US assets and prohibits American business dealings.

By Khairul Anuar · 31 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Ringgit Strengthens Against Major Currencies but Weakens on US Dollar as Trump Tariff Threat Looms

The ringgit opened stronger against major currencies on Friday but weakened versus the US dollar as markets turned risk-averse following fresh Trump tariff announcements. The administration imposed additional levies of 10-12.5% on 60 economies, including Malaysia.

By Khairul Anuar · 24 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

US Targets Chinese Shipping Firms in Fresh Sanctions Over Iranian Oil Trade

Ringgit Strengthens Against Major Currencies but Weakens on US Dollar as Trump Tariff Threat Looms

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