GE15: Aid packages for the people should not have symbols of political parties - Rais
Rais also expressed the need for the Election Commission to be more firm in enforcing the Election Offences Act 1954.
Thu Nov 03 2022
Over RM156 bln spent as of Nov 30 through four economic stimulus, aid packages
Almost 70 pct, or RM156.18 billion, of the RM225 billion allocated under the four economic stimulus and aid packages launched this year has been spent to stimulate the country's economy as of Nov 30.
Mon Dec 13 2021
Aid package, economic stimulus packages help people and economy survive during COVID-19 pandemic
Tengku Zafrul said the government had provided an allocation of more than RM200 million for the Food Basket assistance programme.
Thu Jul 29 2021
Rural Development Ministry to give RM5.4 mln aid to COVID-affected entrepreneurs
Minister of Rural Development Datuk Dr Abd Latiff Ahmad said the aid package will be given from August to December 2021 and will benefit 3,815 people.
Fri Jul 16 2021
M40 group hopes to benefit from PEMERKASA Plus aid package
The middle-income (M40) group expresses hope to also benefit from the various initiatives offered under the package.
Thu Jun 03 2021
Muhyiddin shows mettle in first year as PM
Muhyiddin had taken over the leadership of the nation at a time when the world and country faced a difficult situation due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sun Feb 28 2021
MCO: Selangor announces RM73.87 mln aid package
The Selangor state government today announced the "Pakej Kita Selangor" initiative, involving an allocation of RM73.87 million.
Wed Jan 20 2021
Government assistance packages benefited 20 million Malaysians, 2.4 million business - Zafrul
A total of 20 million Malaysians and 2.4 million businesses have benefited from government stimulus aid packages implemented throughout last year.
Tue Jan 19 2021
COVID-19: PM unveils RM15 bln package to help people, ensure economic resilience
Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin today unveiled a RM15 billion aid package to ease the people's burden.
Mon Jan 18 2021
PM Muhyiddin announces PERMAI aid package worth RM15 bln to combat COVID-19
Muhyiddin said these economic stimulus packages involved RM55 billion in fiscal injections by the government.
Mon Jan 18 2021
PM Muhyiddin announces RM15 billion aid package. Here's his full speech
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic early last year, the Government has implemented four economic stimulus packages worth RM305 billion, equivalent to more than 20 percent of GDP.
Mon Jan 18 2021
Factbox: What's in the $900 billion US COVID-19 aid package?
US reached an agreement on a $900 billion package to provide the first new aid in months to an economy hammered by the coronavirus pandemic.
Mon Dec 21 2020
US Congress reaches deal on COVID-19 aid package, plans votes for Monday
The package would be the second-largest economic stimulus in US history, following a $2.3 trillion aid bill passed in March.
Mon Dec 21 2020
Sabah unveils second COVID-19 aid package worth RM240 million
Chief Minister Datuk Seri Mohd Shafie Apdal said the allocation, was aimed at empowering the state's digital economy.
Thu Jun 18 2020
Better aid packages in store for SMEs - Wan Junaidi
The government will improve existing aid packages given to Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) to help them further mitigate the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Thu Apr 02 2020
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