Kuala lumpur: Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) decision to lower the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) by 25 basis points to 2.75 per cent is a prudent and proactive measure amid global economic uncertainties. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the Monetary Policy Committee’s (MPC) move was based on careful assessments of current economic and inflation forecasts.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, although the export sector faces challenges, the government has implemented various support initiatives, including the Financing Guarantee Scheme for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and the exploration of new markets. Anwar shared these insights in a post on X today.

The MPC today reduced the OPR by 25 basis points to 2.75 per cent. The last time BNM maintained the OPR at 2.75 per cent was in March 2023, before raising it to three per cent in May 2023.

Meanwhile, Anwar, who is also the Finance Minister, stated that reforms under the MADANI Economy continue to strengthen the country’s resilience. He highlighted that inflation had dropped to 1.2 per cent as of May 2025, marking the lowest level in 51 months, and noted that labour force participation reached a record 70.8 per cent.

Anwar emphasized the need to continue advancing reforms to plan the nation’s future. He expressed confidence in the potential for progress through better governance, bold innovation, and strong determination, despite existing challenges.