Abdul Wahid Omar appointed PNB chairman
Datuk Seri Abdul Wahid Omar has been appointed as the Permodalan Nasional Bhd (PNB) chairman.
Fri Jul 29 2016
ASEAN's current development model appropriate, says Abdul Wahid
ASEAN does not intend to be like the European Union, particularly on the single currency system, Datuk Seri Abdul Wahid Omar says.
Wed Apr 06 2016
EPF's 6.4 pct dividend 'very good', says Abdul Wahid
The 6.4 per cent dividend rate for 2015 declared by the EPF was very good in the context of the prevailing global economic challenges, said Datuk Seri Abdul Wahid Omar.
Tue Feb 23 2016
Panelists give inaccurate picture of TPPA, says Abdul Wahid
Panelists attending the TPPA Summit 2016 give a very inaccurate picture of the implications of the TPP, Datuk Seri Abdul Wahid Omar said.
Sat Jan 09 2016
Malaysia does not impose flat rate toll, says Minister
Datuk Seri Abdul Wahid Omar says Malaysia's approach is to impose a low rate in the initial stage and then allow the concessionaires to increase it every 3 or 5 years.
Sat Oct 17 2015
Malaysian economy far more resilient than Indonesia in dealing with crisis
Malaysia is far more resilient compared with neighbouring Indonesia in dealing with any economic crisis, says Minister in the Prime Minister's Office, Datuk Seri Abdul Wahid Omar.
Thu Oct 08 2015
Malaysia facing triple challenge over economy, says Wahid
Malaysia is facing a triple challenge in respect of the economy, says Minister in the Prime Minister's Department, Datuk Seri Abdul Wahid Omar.
Fri Oct 02 2015
Ringgit's current level does not reflect fundamentals - Wahid
The ringgit's current level does not reflect the country's fundamentals which are still strong, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Seri Abdul Wahid Omar said.
Tue Sep 01 2015
Underperforming GLCs told to make changes, bring in new faces
Underperforming government-linked companies (GLCs) need to make some changes in order to improve their performance, said Datuk Seri Abdul Wahid Omar.
Mon Aug 10 2015
Weakening of Ringgit does not affect investors' confidence - Abdul Wahid
The weakening of Ringgit does not affect investors' confidence, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Seri Abdul Wahid Omar.
Sun Aug 09 2015
Rely less on oil and gas sector, Abdul Wahid says
The Malaysian economy should be less reliant on the oil and gas sector, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Seri Abdul Wahid Omar.
Sun Aug 09 2015
Weakening of the ringgit not a reflection of country's economic fundamentals
Datuk Seri Abdul Wahid Omar said the local banking system is good with the country being on track to achieve a GDP growth of 4.5% and 5.5%.
Sat Aug 08 2015
Unemployment rate in Malaysia at 3 per cent - Abdul Wahid
Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Seri Abdul Wahid Omar said although Malaysia had a total of 14 million workers with more than 400,000 people looking for jobs.
Sun Jun 14 2015
1MDB focus now on solving current issues, IPO crucial, says Wahid
1MDB is now focused on solving current issues and executing the strategic review as outlined by its management and board, says Datuk Seri Abdul Wahid Omar
Sat Apr 18 2015
Wholesale and retail sector is expected to grow despite GST
The wholesale and retail sector is expected to grow this year despite the implementation of Goods and Services Tax (GST), said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department, Datuk Seri Abdul Wahid Omar.
Wed Apr 08 2015
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