[COLUMNIST] IR 4.0: Closing the digital gaps
The focus on Malaysia's progression within the realms of Industrial Revolution 4.0 remains crucial.
Mon Apr 29 2024
12MP: Government committed in bridging digital gap - PM Ismail Sabri
Improving digital infrastructure and services to address the various digital gaps in the country is being given priority under the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP).
Mon Sep 27 2021
Muhyiddin launches RM3.5 billion Jaringan PRIHATIN Programme to bridge digital gap
Muhyiddin says the programme will benefit approximately 8.5 million people from the B40 group.
Wed May 05 2021
JENDELA aims to strengthen telecommunication infrastructure nationwide - Saifuddin
A concerted effort to narrow the digital gap among the people nationwide.
Fri Mar 26 2021
'MYBAIKHATI' campaign to boost competitiveness, bridge digital gap - Saifuddin
The campaign to collect, repair and distribute the used devices would run for 12 months, starting from the Klang Valley.
Thu Mar 18 2021
PEMERKASA: RM300 subsidy for households to buy smart phones
The allocation for the Prihatin Network Programme has been increased to RM2 billion, and it would be launched in May.
Wed Mar 17 2021
Comprehensive Digital Economy Blueprint to be implemented until 2030
Mustapa emphasised that the country is still facing some challenges that need to be addressed immediately to reduce the digital gap.
Fri Feb 19 2021
31 new 4G towers being built in Sarawak
The Jalinan Digital Negara (JENDELA) plan announced on Aug 29, a total of 636 new towers would be built in Sarawak.
Wed Sep 23 2020
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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