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Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025

Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025

The Progressive Wage Policy would be fully enforced next year with an allocation of RM200 million, benefiting 50,000 workers.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Malaysia firm on no dual citizenship policy for now - Saifuddin Nasution

Malaysia firm on no dual citizenship policy for now - Saifuddin Nasution

Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail says any amendments to the policy would only be considered if there were specific requirements.
Fri Oct 11 2024
Ringgit strengthens 14.4 pct vs USD in 3Q 2024; One of the best performing currencies globally

Ringgit strengthens 14.4 pct vs USD in 3Q 2024; One of the best performing currencies globally

The local currency's performance was primarily driven by the US Federal Reserves' 50 basis points policy rate cut.
Wed Oct 09 2024
OPR likely to be unchanged; Ringgit forecast at 4.25 vs USD year-end - Kenanga

OPR likely to be unchanged; Ringgit forecast at 4.25 vs USD year-end - Kenanga

Fiscal policy shifts and external risks, such as geopolitical tensions, could still influence the central bank's stance, says Kenanga.
Tue Oct 08 2024
[OPINION] India: Armenia’s newfound ally against Azerbaijan

[OPINION] India: Armenia’s newfound ally against Azerbaijan

Extraordinary foreign policy ambitions are difficult for small states to achieve, especially when they challenge more powerful neighbors.
Wed Oct 02 2024
South Lebanon may become ánother Gaza' in Israel-Iran conflict, EU Foreign Policy Chief warns

South Lebanon may become ánother Gaza' in Israel-Iran conflict, EU Foreign Policy Chief warns

EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell on Friday issued a grim warning about the fate of southern Lebanon, which may become another Gaza
Sat Sep 28 2024
MITI launches Circular Economy Policy Framework to promote sustainable manufacturing growth

MITI launches Circular Economy Policy Framework to promote sustainable manufacturing growth

The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has launched the Circular Economy Policy Framework with the aim of reformulating fossil-fuel-based industrial models
Thu Sep 26 2024
Harris' debate plan: Goad Trump, call out lies, create social media moments

Harris' debate plan: Goad Trump, call out lies, create social media moments

Kamala Harris has delivered a handful of policy-focused speeches but US voters will be watching closely for more details.
Fri Sep 06 2024
Ringgit edges higher vs US dollar after BNM holds rate at 3 pct

Ringgit edges higher vs US dollar after BNM holds rate at 3 pct

BNM held the interest rate steady as the current monetary policy stance remains supportive of the economy.
Fri Sep 06 2024
Most top Malaysian firms expose customers, staff, and stakeholders to email fraud, attacks - Proofpoint

Most top Malaysian firms expose customers, staff, and stakeholders to email fraud, attacks - Proofpoint

Only 11 pct of Malaysian companies in the Fortune Southeast Asia 500 have implemented the recommended top-level email authentication.
Thu Aug 29 2024
Indonesia election body gets approval to issue new rules in line with protesters' demands

Indonesia election body gets approval to issue new rules in line with protesters' demands

The policy shift allows Anies Baswedan to run for Jakarta governor but bars Jokowis 29-year-old son, Kaesang Pangarep, from regional polls.
Mon Aug 26 2024
Small farms the key to Malaysia's palm oil sustainability

Small farms the key to Malaysia's palm oil sustainability

Supporting Malaysia's smallholder farmers with technology and policy can ensure a sustainable palm oil industry.
Fri Aug 09 2024
[COLUMNIST] Joining BRICS+ : PM's pragmatic & strategic choice for Malaysia

[COLUMNIST] Joining BRICS+ : PM's pragmatic & strategic choice for Malaysia

Malaysia has long practiced a balanced foreign policy, engaging with both Western and non-Western powers to maximize its national benefits.
Tue Aug 06 2024
Trump 2.0 would be a disaster for climate policy

Trump 2.0 would be a disaster for climate policy

The re-election of Donald Trump could potentially mean reverting to policies that prioritise economic gains over ecological sustainability.
Sun Aug 04 2024
North Korea wants to restart nuclear talks if Trump wins, says ex-diplomat

North Korea wants to restart nuclear talks if Trump wins, says ex-diplomat

Ri Il Gyu said North Korea has set Russia, the US and Japan as its top foreign policy priorities for this year and beyond.
Thu Aug 01 2024
Motorcycling - Marquez wins Australian MotoGP after intense battle with Martin

Motorcycling - Marquez wins Australian MotoGP after intense battle with Martin

The 31-year-old, third in the championship standings, has now won the Australian MotoGP four times in the premier class.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Prabowo takes up Indonesian presidency, vows to tackle corruption, other issues

Prabowo takes up Indonesian presidency, vows to tackle corruption, other issues

Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto on Sunday took over as president of the world's third-largest democracy, vowing to combat internal issues
Sun Oct 20 2024
Nepal's Sherpas deserve more, says teenager who scaled world's 14 tallest peaks

Nepal's Sherpas deserve more, says teenager who scaled world's 14 tallest peaks

Sherpas are known for climbing skills that make them the backbone of mountain expeditions.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Inside the underground lab in China tasked with solving a physics mystery

Inside the underground lab in China tasked with solving a physics mystery

China will soon collect neutrino data, aiming to unravel one of particle physics' biggest mysteries.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Millions in Cuba still without power as major outage persists

Millions in Cuba still without power as major outage persists

Millions of Cubans remain without electricity because of a prolonged outage at the main power plants on the island, Anadolu Agency reported.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Surge in Gaza violence increases famine risk, monitor says

Surge in Gaza violence increases famine risk, monitor says

About 1.84 million people across the besieged Palestinian enclave are living through high levels of acute food insecurity.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Israel pounds Beirut and Gaza after rockets hit Israel's north

Israel pounds Beirut and Gaza after rockets hit Israel's north

A drone was launched at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's holiday home.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Elon Musk promises to award $1 mil each day to a signer of his petition

Elon Musk promises to award $1 mil each day to a signer of his petition

He awarded a $1 million check to an attendee of his event in Pennsylvania aimed at rallying supporters behind Donald Trump.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Former special forces commander Prabowo to take up Indonesian presidency

Former special forces commander Prabowo to take up Indonesian presidency

Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto will take over as president of the world's third-largest democracy after sweeping the country's election with policies like free meals for school children
Sun Oct 20 2024
Father of Malaysian Islamic banking, Abdul Halim Ismail passes away

Father of Malaysian Islamic banking, Abdul Halim Ismail passes away

His dedication and pioneering spirit played an important role in shaping the journey of Bank Islam as well as leaving a lasting impact on the development of Malaysia's Islamic finance industry.
Sun Oct 20 2024