Independent audit on HRD Corp right move in restoring public trust - PAC
PAC chairman Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin said that it proved Steven Sim Chee Keong kept his promise not to hide any truth.
Thu Jul 11 2024
HRD Corp: KESUMA to appoint third party professional auditor for transparency
Steven Sim Chee Keong said KESUMA is appointing a third-party auditor, expecting completion by July 31, 2024.
Wed Jul 10 2024
KESUMA to table policy paper on setting up gig commission to cabinet this month
Steven Sim Chee Keong said this is only at the initial stage so it is subject to the approval of the cabinet.
Mon Jul 01 2024
PM launches National HR Policy Framework
This framework addresses fair compensation, job welfare, labour union movements, job mismatches and foreign labour, says minister of HR.
Wed May 01 2024
Salary deductions: Employers told to follow proper procedure
Steven Sim Chee Keong said an internal inquiry process must take place before imposing disciplinary action.
Thu Feb 22 2024
Socso urged to build three new rehabilitation centres in five years
Socso not only provides protection in the form of compensation but comprehensive protection including rehabilitation, said Sim Chee Keong.
Mon Jan 15 2024
CUEPACS expresses gratitude to Minister's landmark visit to discuss worker issues
This visit marks the first time a Minister of Human Resources has proactively engaged with CUEPACS.
Thu Jan 11 2024
Unions commend HR Minister for appointing representative into office
Workers' Unions across the country laud the inclusion of one of their own into Human Resources Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong's office.
Thu Dec 21 2023
Five ministers, five deputy ministers take oath of office
The ministers and deputy ministers took their oath of office today following a Cabinet reshuffle announcement by Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Tue Dec 12 2023
Malaysia granted govt procurement flexibility under CPTPP - Sim
Steven Sim Chee Keong noted that Malaysia has obtained price preference for the procurement of supplies and services subject to the CPTPP.
Wed Nov 29 2023
Govt not planning to peg the ringgit - Steven Sim
The national economy and financial system were now on a stronger footing to face global financial market volatility and forex movements.
Wed Nov 01 2023
RM100 e-wallet assistance will be distributed December this year - Steven Sim
The RM100 e-wallet assistance is the latest government initiative for the B40 and M40 groups with incomes below RM100,000.
Thu Oct 19 2023
Budget 2024: Govt to focus on empowering middle class, SMEs
Steven Sim Chee Keong said this is because the middle class group constituted the community that was the most affected during the pandemic.
Fri Sep 01 2023
MOF is not proposing to grant income tax relief for B40, M40 OKU for vehicle purchase
Steven Sim Chee Keong said the existing tax relief is seen as sufficient to ease the burden of the disabled for the B40 and M40 categories.
Thu Jun 22 2023
Lee Chong Wei donates 50 tablets for underprivileged students
The 'Asal Cek Mau Pi Sekolah' program was launched on January 24 to help students from low-income families.
Fri Feb 05 2021
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