[COLUMNIST] Propelling our Armed Forces into a Prosperous Post-Service Future
A long-term approach is needed to provide veterans with sustainable opportunities for a dignified post-retirement life.
Fri Jul 05 2024
Free education at UniRazak for 2,500 children of veterans - PM
Children of armed forces veterans will have a chance to further their studies at UniRazak for free for one year, with the costs to be borne by the university, said Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
Wed Jul 13 2022
Non-pensionable MAF veterans appeal for higher monthly aid
Over 71,000 members of the Non-Pensionable Malaysian Armed Forces Veterans Association (PVTTBM) nationwide are appealing to the government to increase their monthly cost of living assistance.
Sat Jun 25 2022
Security-based gig job opportunities for over 128,000 Armed Forces veterans under Code 7
Over 128,000 Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) veterans under 60 have the opportunity to sign up for a gig career through Code 7, which offers security-based services.
Wed Jan 12 2022
Malaysia Veteran Army Assembly 2017
About 15,000 armed forces veterans gathered at the Mines Exhibition Centre for the Malaysian Armed Forces 2017 assembly. Astro AWANI/ SHAHIR
Tue Aug 01 2017
PM to announce welfare initiative for armed forces veterans
Defence Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein said among the issues to be addressed in the announcement include pension, medical, service scheme and non-pensionable veterans.
Sun Jul 23 2017
Armed Forces veterans support govt's efforts to address terrorist threat
The Non-Pensionable Malaysian Armed Forces Veterans Association (PVATMTB) expressed support for efforts made by the government to address threat.
Sat Jul 08 2017
Perak MB wants full report from MAHB on work carried out at LTS
The Perak state government has yet to receive a full report on the latest improvements carried out to overcome a sinkhole at the Sultan Azlan Shah Airport (LTSAS).
Sat May 13 2017
Ministry to identify formula to help armed forces veterans without pension - Hishammuddin
The Defence Ministry will be identifying a formula to assist the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) veterans who are not on the pension scheme to cope with the rising cost of living.
Sat Feb 25 2017
Army veterans appeal for allowance for the non-pensionable
PVATM has appealed to the government to consider the application for a scheme be created where a monthly living allowance is given automatically when certain members reach the age of 60 years.
Sun Feb 05 2017
AG urged to withdraw all sedition cases, following decision on Ali Tinju case
The charge was related to a speech Ali Tinju had given outside Plaza Low Yat in Kuala Lumpur in July, at the scene of mob violence sparked by the theft of a smartphone.
Fri Sep 18 2015
Low Yat brawl: 'Ali Tinju' arrested
Malaysian Armed Forces Veterans Association chief Mohd Ali Baharom has been detained for allegedly inciting the brawl and violence at Plaza Low Yat.
Tue Jul 14 2015
1Malaysia Veterans Recognition Programme launched
The 1MVRP outlines seven initiatives to look after the welfare and socio-economic condition of the Malaysian Armed Forces veterans.
Sat Dec 15 2012
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024