Middle East conflict: Minimal impact here, govt monitoring situation – PM

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today assured the impact of the ongoing Middle East conflict on the Malaysian economy has been minimal thus far.

He noted that the opening of FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI, the benchmark index of Malaysia's stock exchange, was only slightly lower, reflecting the regional trends.

"Nonetheless, the government will continue to monitor this situation very closely and take proactive measures to ensure the security, welfare and well-being of all Malaysians...