MATRADE ready to help flood-affected companies
MATRADE is ready to extend its assistance to mid-tier companies (MTCs) and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) affected by the recent floods.
Mon Dec 20 2021
Govt green lights RM99.5 mln smart automation grants for 167 companies
The government has approved the award of Smart Automation Grants (SAG) with a total (1:1) matching value of RM99.5 million to 167 companies as of Oct 31 this year.
Tue Dec 07 2021
RM86.4 mln disbursed to 13,886 SME, MTC businesses under PENJANA - Tengku Zafrul
Tengku Zafrul said among the main industries and sectors that were hiring included manufacturing, as well as wholesale and retail trade.
Fri Oct 22 2021
MRC: Rubber exports surge 150 pct to RM44.43 bln in 1H2021
MRC said downstream rubber products exports had soared by 180.2 pct y-o-y, driven by the strong performance, particularly gloves products.
Wed Aug 11 2021
Govt allocates RM1.4m grant for Factory Transformation Programme
SIRIM STS will finance 80 per cent of the participation fees for participants of this programme while the balance will be funded by the MTC.
Fri Apr 09 2021
MAF sets up treatment centre at Pokok Sena Prison to curb COVID-19
Team B Komp 2 (Medication) was mobilised to assist the Kedah Health Department and will be in operation on Tuesday.
Sun Oct 18 2020
Kuching express bus catches fire, no passenger casualty reported
A bus driver suffered minor hand and ear injuries when the bus he was driving caught fire at KM30 Jalan Serian-Sri Aman, Sarawak.
Mon Jan 02 2017
Digital economy benefits filter down to people, organisations - Najib
Datuk Seri Najib said the people had benefited through the initiatives that enabled them to earn additional income via digital means.
Thu Oct 15 2015
Malaysian prisons among the best in the world - Wan Junaidi
Malaysian prisons have been recognised as among the best in the world for caring for the welfare and rights of inmates and meet international standards.
Wed Apr 02 2014
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
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024