Rafizi Ramli to lead Economic Affairs Ministry
PKR deputy president Mohd Rafizi Ramli has been appointed Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Economy), under the new Cabinet.
Fri Dec 02 2022
Remittances from Indonesian workers abroad hit US$9.8 bln annually
The average remittances from Indonesian migrant workers from 2015 to 2019 reached US$9.8 billion annually, Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto said.
Wed Aug 24 2022
Raising minimum wage every two years would reflect the economy, says IDEAS
Raising the minimum wage every two years would reflect the economic situation on the ground, the Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs (IDEAS) said.
Tue Feb 15 2022
IDEAS concerned about Malaysia falling five spots in Corruption Perception Index 2021
The Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs (IDEAS) is concerned about Malaysia's five-spots drop in Transparency Internationals most recent Corruption Perception Index (CPI) 2021.
Thu Jan 27 2022
Statement of MACC ACAB's Chairman demonstrates the need for transparency, due process - IDEAS
The Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs (IDEAS) is deeply concerned with the statement issued by the MACC Anti-Corruption Advisory Board (ACAB) Chairman Tan Sri Abu Zahar Ujang today.
Wed Jan 05 2022
Govt to ensure completion of 2020 projects - Mustapa
The government will strive to ensure that the development projects in 2020 are fully completed, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Economic Affairs) Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed.
Sat Nov 14 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
IDEAS calls for long-term thinking in PENJANA's implementation
The Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs (IDEAS) has described the National Economic Recovery Plan (PENJANA) as timely in addressing the prospect of unprecedented levels of unemployment and sl
Sat Jun 06 2020
Govt takes measured approach on COVID-19 outbreak
The government is taking a measured approach based on the severity of the Covid-19 outbreak in the country with the imposition of a nationwide movement restriction order announced on Monday night.
Tue Mar 17 2020
No restructuring of agencies for now - Mohamed Azmin
Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali, said there was currently no need to restructure all the agencies following the change in ministries under the new government.
Wed Mar 11 2020
Independent body, commission should lead TN50 discourse - IDEAS
The government must not allow TN50 to be perceived as a partisan agenda but as a national agenda that cuts across race, religion and most importantly the political divide.
Thu Feb 09 2017
IDEAS slammed for criticising DAP-bashing during PAU2016
Institute for Democracy & Economic Affairs was slammed by both MCA and Gerakan for saying UMNO's comments toward DAP during its latest general assembly would split the country along racial lines.
Mon Dec 05 2016
Dutch search 100 businesses for horsemeat
The Dutch government's food and consumer watchdog has searched and carried out tests for horsemeat at around 100 businesses, as Europe's tainted beef scandal deepens, a top official said on Thursday.
Thu Feb 14 2013
Minister apologises to families of accident victims
Indonesia's Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Hatta Rajasa has apologised to the families of accident victims.
Wed Jan 02 2013
M'sia attractive business destination
Malaysia is an attractive destination for foreign companies including European firms seeking a presence in the region.
Sun Dec 16 2012
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