Task force set up to expedite procurement approval for security forces
Datuk Johan Mahmood Merican had been instructed to monitor the task force to ensure approval for the purpose is expedited.
Tue Dec 12 2023
PM Anwar starts work as finance minister
Prior to this, Anwar, 75, held the finance minister portfolio for eight years from 1991 to 1998.
Tue Dec 06 2022
Govt to continue subsidies despite rising oil prices - Johan
The govt is maintaining the current subsidy policy to protect the people from price increases and disruptions to the food supply chain.
Tue Mar 22 2022
Govt stresses that Cukai Makmur will be one-off
Johan said the government is committed to ensuring that the utilisation of Cukai Makmur was transparently disclosed.
Mon Nov 01 2021
Decision to use National Trust Fund will expedite vaccination process - Johan
Johan says the decision was also made after taking into account the country's economic situation and the increase in COVID-19 cases.
Wed May 05 2021
Not an easy decision to expand i-Sinar scheme - Johan
The agreement to extend the withdrawal of the i-Sinar scheme from Account 1 of the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) to all members whose income is affected was not an easy decision.
Fri Nov 27 2020
MOF: Important to invest in development expenditure to stimulate growth
It is important that the government invests in development expenditure to stimulate new growth.
Fri Nov 27 2020
Budget 2021 needs to be approved for govt to address COVID-19
The Dewan Rakyat needs to approve Budget 2021 to allow the government to undertake measures to address the COVID-19 pandemic and ensure that there would be no operational disruptions.
Mon Nov 16 2020
About 3,600 Malaysians overseas have returned - TalentCorp
TalentCorp has brought home some 3,600 Malaysians back to our shores in the last four years through its Returning Expert Programme (REP).
Tue Sep 01 2015
Tougher now to bring talents home - TalentCorp
Johan Mahmood said the country's current economic and political climate is making it tougher for Malaysians overseas to return.
Mon Aug 31 2015
TalentCorp holds fair to empower young talents
Over 50 top local and foreign companies are taking part in the two-day fair at the TM Convention Centre here starting today.
Sat Jan 17 2015
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
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024