MEDAC continues to develop women, youth entrepreneurs through assistance, collateral-free financing initiatives
Agencies under MEDAC have provided various assistance and financing initiatives without collateral to help women and youth entrepreneurs, to start and expand businesses.
Mon Feb 20 2023
KUSKOP optimistic implementation of 185 programmes will drive development
KUSKOP is optimistic that the implementation of the 185 programmes proposed in the Budget 2023 can have a positive impact as well as drive the country's development.
Sat Feb 04 2023
Ewon to use common-sense leadership approach to lead UPKO
The new president of United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (UPKO) Datuk Ewon Benedick is determined to use the common-sense leadership approach in continuing the party's struggle.
Mon Jan 16 2023
As regions, allocations for Sabah, Sarawak should be on par with Peninsula
UPKO president Datuk Seri Wilfred Madius Tangau has called for allocations to Sabah, Sarawak and Peninsula to be balanced after the status of Sabah and Sarawak as a region.
Sun Jan 15 2023
Disaster-affected entrepreneurs can apply for loan deferment
Entrepreneurs affected by disasters nationwide can apply for loan deferment for up to six months for payments such as Tekun Nasional and Amanah Ikhtiar Malaysia.
Sun Dec 25 2022
Young entrepreneurs should not be shy of approaching KUSKOP agencies - Ewon
Entrepreneurs, especially the younger generation, are advised not to be shy to approach agencies under KUSKOP for guidance and training.
Fri Dec 23 2022
Govt committed to assist, support hawkers and petty traders - Ewon
The government is always committed to assist and support hawkers and petty traders so that they can continue to be a major contributor towards the stability of the country's economy.
Thu Dec 22 2022
Sabah PH hopes to be part of state govt - Ewon
Ewon hopes at the Sabah level there will be a mechanism to strengthen unity at the state govt level by making PH a part of the Sabah govt.
Tue Dec 13 2022
Consensus group crucial in effort to claim Sabah's rights - Ewon
Ewon Benedick said the proposed consensus group among federal ministers and deputy ministers from Sabah is crucial, especially in the effort to claim the state's rights.
Mon Dec 12 2022
Ewon proposes consensus group among ministers, deputy ministers from Sabah
Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick today proposed a consensus group among all federal ministers and deputy ministers from Sabah to champion the rights of the people
Sat Dec 10 2022
Ewon pledges to empower SMEs, e-commerce
The MEDC will continue to empower digital-based small and medium enterprises (SMEs) nationwide, especially in Sabah and Sarawak, said its minister Datuk Ewon Benedick.
Mon Dec 05 2022
Ewon honoured to be part of Anwar's Cabinet
Ewon Benedick said the mandate is crucial for entrepreneurs' development, a task he is looking forward to pursuing.
Sat Dec 03 2022
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024