DPM Zahid urges construction companies to prioritise hiring local skilled workers
Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the govt will incur long-term losses if the construction sector continues to rely on foreign workers.
Tue Aug 06 2024
Construction sector expands 9.6% to RM33.4 bil in Q3 - DOSM
The momentum was driven by a double-digit growth in the civil engineering sub-sector and a surge in the special trade activities.
Thu Nov 09 2023
VOP 2.0 can boost construction sector in Sarawak - Fadillah
The implementation of the second Variation of Price (VOP 2.0) through BKSS 9.0 can boost the state's construction sector, said Senior Public Works Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
Mon Aug 29 2022
Construction labour shortage due to rising palm oil price - Fadillah
The increase in palm oil prices in the plantation sector has attracted workers from other sectors, said Senior Works Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
Fri Jun 10 2022
No amount limit for construction disputes at COVID-19 Mediation Centre - Wan Junaidi
The government has agreed that the amount in disputes under the construction sector under the COVID-19 Mediation Centre (PMC-19) be changed to without limit.
Wed Mar 09 2022
Malaysia to expedite foreign labour recruitment with Indonesia for construction sector - Fadillah
Malaysia intends to expedite the MoU signing process with Indonesia in relation to the recruitment of foreign workers for the construction sector, said Senior Works Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
Thu Jan 13 2022
108 project acceptance letters issued as at November - Fadillah
Fadillah said it was the ministry's effort in implementing the economic recovery agenda for the construction sector.
Thu Nov 18 2021
Construction sector no longer need CIMS approval to operate
All construction sector players no longer need to apply for approval to operate through the CIMS 3.0 following the interstate travel permission given to fully vaccinated individuals.
Wed Oct 13 2021
Construction consulting frims in Phase 1 and 2 of PPN allowed to operate
Construction sector consulting companies in Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the National Recovery Plan (PPN) have been allowed to operate from yesterday.
Wed Aug 25 2021
Two mln vaccine doses needed for construction sector: Fadillah
Fadillah said based on the recent record, there were almost one million construction personnel registered with CIDB.
Thu Jul 01 2021
PEMULIH will help drive construction sector, benefit B40 group - Fadillah
The government's move to simplify procurement procedures under PEMULIH will help drive the construction sector affected by rising building material prices following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tue Jun 29 2021
PR1MA to review 20 terminated or pending termination projects - Shahidan
Its chairman Datuk Seri Dr Shahidan Kassim said the initiative was planned to boost the construction sector and the housing market.
Thu Apr 01 2021
Malaysians urged to grab chance to work in construction sector
Fadillah said there are training courses for those who have lost their jobs due to the pandemic and are keen to work in this sector.
Wed Mar 10 2021
Government not shutting down economy, focusing on factory and construction sectors
Ismail Sabri explained that every foreign worker throughout the country will be required to undergo screening test starting today.
Mon Feb 01 2021
Leaders pray for a COVID-19-free Malaysia, revitalised economy for the year ahead
The construction sector was among the main contributors to drive the economy that has been affected.
Fri Jan 01 2021
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
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024