Malaysia monitoring Middle East conflict, little impact on trade for now - Tengku Zafrul
Malaysia is "monitoring to see if (the conflict) would escalate and spread to other countries," said Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Aziz.
Mon Oct 16 2023
Strategic Investor Pass, digital nomad policies will attract more FDI and DDI - Tengku Zafrul
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Aziz said these three key enablers are crucial to support Malaysia's investment and industrial ecosystem.
Fri Jul 14 2023
EPF withdrawals should be the option of last resort
A rule of thumb every employed person should abide by is not to touch his or her retirement fund, no matter what happens.
Thu Mar 24 2022
Policy on purchase of vaccine boosters to be announced by Finance Ministry - Khairy
The policy on the purchase of COVID-19 vaccine boosters will be determined and announced by Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Aziz.
Wed Jul 28 2021
Improving effective access to healthcare in Malaysia using the case-mix (DRG) system
Effective access to healthcare means continual enjoyment of healthcare services in expectation of the same in the future.
Mon Dec 21 2020
MyIX: Emphasis on digital connectivity in Budget 2021 crucial
The strong emphasis on digital connectivity in Budget 2021 is extremely crucial in elevating national competitiveness.
Fri Nov 13 2020
Budget 2021: RM300 mln allocation for My30 pass, special RM5 pass for school students
The government has allocated RM300 million to continue and expand the implementation of the My30 unlimited travel pass initiative to Penang and Kuantan through Budget 2021 tabled today.
Fri Nov 06 2020
Govt increases loan guarantee by RM10 bln
The government has increased loan guarantees by up to another RM10 billion with RM2 billion reserved specifically for Bumiputera entrepreneurs.
Fri Nov 06 2020
2021 Budget: Representatives of PH leaders meet Finance Minister
Six main proposals will be submitted by PKR to the government to be considered in the 2021 Budget.
Sun Nov 01 2020
Shahril Anas appointed MAVCAP CEO, effective 1 October
The appointment is for a period of two years, as notified by the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation.
Mon Oct 05 2020
RM566.6 mln for Bantuan Prihatin Elektrik as at July 31
To increase the marketability of youths and the unemployed, the government in collaboration with several ministries and agencies would implement training and skills-upgrading programmes.
Wed Aug 12 2020
No additional allocations in management expenditure - Tengku Zafrul
There is no additional allocation in operating expenses with the addition of new ministries under the Perikatan Nasional (PN) government.
Tue Jul 21 2020
Budget 2021 to focus on four broad themes - Tengku Zafrul
Budget 2021 to be unveiled on 6 Nov will focus on caring for the people, steering the economy, sustainable living and enhancing public service delivery.
Tue Jul 07 2020
RM2.7b loans approved for SMEs under BNM easy financing facilities - Tengku Zafrul
The facilities are the RM5 billion Special Relief Facility, RM1 billion Agrofood Facility and RM300 million SME Automation and Digitalisation Facility.
Tue Apr 21 2020
One-off RM200 IPT aid extended to Form 6, Diploma students
The RM200 one-off payment for full-time students at higher institutions of learning (IPTs) announced under the Prihatin Rakyat Economic Stimulus Package on March 27 will be extended to include Form Si
Sat Apr 11 2020
Hyundai to invest RM2.16 bil in Malaysia through strategic partnership with INOKOM
This investment includes efforts to upgrade INOKOM's existing assembly capacity to meet Hyundai's automotive needs.
Tue Nov 26 2024
‘C4Cinta’ sets record as highest-grossing Malaysian Tamil film
'C4Cinta', directed by young filmmaker Karthik Shamalan, has set a new benchmark in Malaysian Tamil cinema.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Man charged with mother's murder, storing body in freezer
The court denied bail and scheduled case mention on Feb 7 for the submission of forensic, autopsy, and chemist reports.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina
The classroom assessment approach offers a much more interesting learning ecosystem, says Fadhlina Sidek.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request
It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers
Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024
National squad to hold friendly matches for 2025 Indoor Hockey World Cup
The warm-up matches will involve matches against better ranked teams in the world, namely Austria (first) and Belgium (third).
Tue Nov 26 2024
G7 seeks unity on ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu
The United States, part of the G7, has rejected the ICC decision, with President Joe Biden describing it as outrageous.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Francissca Peter remembers Tan Sri Ahmad Nawab: A tribute to a musical legend
A legend who has influenced our music for decades, was one of the highlights of my career, says Francissca Peter.
Tue Nov 26 2024