Survey reveals moderating manufacturing outlook for 1H 2023 - FMM
Activities in the manufacturing sector are expected to remain moderate in the first half of this year manufacturers continue to brace for challenging business conditions.
Thu Mar 16 2023
FMM welcomes government announcement on easing of hiring rules for foreign workers
The FMM welcomes the government's announcement to ease the hiring rules for foreign workers and the extension of the recalibration programme under the IIRP 2.0.
Tue Jan 10 2023
Reintroduce GST in Budget 2023 as lifeline for country's debt dilemma - FMM
The FMM has called on the government to reintroduce the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in the upcoming Budget 2023.
Thu Jan 05 2023
Industry players would like measures and policies based on four key principles
The focus must be to ensure the highest level of integrity and efficient service delivery, Soh said.
Sat Dec 03 2022
NCCIM calls for greater urgency in foreign workers recruitment
The NCCIM would like "greater urgency and sensitivity to business needs" by all the approving parties involved in the various stages of of foreign workers recruitment.
Thu Sep 29 2022
FMM expresses concern over govt's plan to export skilled Malaysians to Japan
Soh said there were no prior consultations or details made available on this potential skill export to Japan.
Tue May 31 2022
FMM calls for more clarity on foreign workers application process
The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) hopes for greater clarity and consistency in the foreign workers' application process flow in order to expedite their approvals and entry.
Tue Apr 05 2022
FMM: Transition to Endemic Phase set to bolster businesses, economy
The reopening of international borders will have a positive impact on the recovery of industries impacted by the pandemic.
Wed Mar 09 2022
FMM says reopening of foreign workers recruitment will assist recovery of businesses, economy
It would also restore the confidence and reliability of Malaysia as a manufacturing hub and global supply chain player in the region.
Sat Dec 11 2021
12MP targets achievable via govt, biz sector collaboration - FMM
FMM says the 12MP targets are achievable through close collaborations and consultations between the government and the business sector.
Tue Sep 28 2021
Testing for reopening simultaneous containment and controlled reopening
Reopening of non-essential industries should be conditional upon testing - if vaccination hasn't been applied.
Fri Jul 23 2021
FMM clears misconception on COVID-19 cases from factory clusters
It is evident from data released by the MOH on June 21 that 69 pct of COVID-19 cases recorded this year until June 19 were sporadic cases.
Wed Jul 14 2021
FMM proposes targeted lockdown to break chain of COVID-19 infections
The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) has proposed to the government to consider state or area-specific lockdown measures to break the chain of COVID-19 infections.
Sun Jun 27 2021
FMM: Emergency Ordinance needs to facilitate business sector, maintain investor confidence
This is important under the current circumstances in order for businesses to sustain operations, stimulate business recovery, and safeguard the livelihood of the people.
Sun Feb 21 2021
FMM calls on members to fully support national COVID-19 Immunisation Programme
The Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) has called on its members to give their full support and cooperation to the National COVID-19 Immunisation Programme to ensure its effectiveness.
Tue Feb 16 2021
Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire
According to police, four individuals, including three police officers, were involved in the incident.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Hezbollah chief says Israel must fully withdraw from Lebanon by February 18
Naim Qassem says any Israeli military presence on Lebanese soil after February 18 would be considered an occupying force.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Israel receives shipment of heavy bombs cleared by Trump
Trump says he lifted a Biden-era block on the export of the bombs to Israel despite a ceasefire agreement being in place.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Netanyahu reiterates support for Trump's Gaza plan
Netanyahu again praises US President Donald Trump's plan to resettle Palestinians from Gaza.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on stronger GDP growth in 4Q 2024
According to Mohd Afzanizam, the ringgit is poised for positive starts today amid signs of weaker consumer spending in the United States.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security
Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025
Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?
Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter
Hundreds of thousands of people are now living in makeshift accommodation, including churches and hospitals, according to UNHCR.
Sun Feb 16 2025
How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?
The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns
Trump says US troops would not be part of any security presence in Ukraine.
Sun Feb 16 2025