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Over RM156 bln spent as of Nov 30 through four economic stimulus, aid packages

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
Malaysia's AirAsia Group wins approval for $120 million govt-guaranteed loan

Malaysia's AirAsia Group wins approval for $120 million govt-guaranteed loan

The loan, disbursed as part of a COVID-19 economic stimulus package from the government, has been approved by the airline's lenders.
Tue Oct 05 2021
More than RM330 bln of economic stimulus packages utilised - MoF

More than RM330 bln of economic stimulus packages utilised - MoF

Tengku Zafrul said the government had implemented proactive and immediate measures to address the COVID-19 crisis.
Tue Oct 05 2021
Japan PM contender Kishida says new form of capitalism needed to end disparity, recover from pandemic

Japan PM contender Kishida says new form of capitalism needed to end disparity, recover from pandemic

Kishida repeated a call for an economic stimulus package worth "tens of trillions of yen" to combat the coronavirus pandemic.
Wed Sep 08 2021
No let-up in execution of economic stmulus efforts - Mohamed Azmin

No let-up in execution of economic stmulus efforts - Mohamed Azmin

There must be no let-up in the execution of economic stimulus efforts that have been introduced and are essential to maintain GDP growth, create new jobs as well as attract further FDIs.
Fri Aug 27 2021
Aid package, economic stimulus packages help people and economy survive during COVID-19 pandemic

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
Govt still has fiscal space to help rakyat, businesses - PM

Govt still has fiscal space to help rakyat, businesses - PM

The government still has fiscal space, though limited, to fund economic stimulus packages to continue helping the people, Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said.
Sat Jul 24 2021
Leaders, relevant agencies urged to convey info on PEMULIH to grassroots

Leaders, relevant agencies urged to convey info on PEMULIH to grassroots

Leaders at all levels, relevant agencies and NGOs have been urged to ensure that information on the economic stimulus package from the government can be fully utilised by the people.
Sat Jul 03 2021
Johor allocates  RM241 mln for Ihsan Johor 3.0 economic stimulus package

Johor allocates RM241 mln for Ihsan Johor 3.0 economic stimulus package

Johor has allocated RM241 million for the state's economic stimulus package 3.0 (PRE Ihsan 3.0) in its effort to assist those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Thu Jun 10 2021
Japan PM Suga seen calling snap election after Tokyo Games - Asahi

Japan PM Suga seen calling snap election after Tokyo Games - Asahi

The Japanese government is considering crafting a new economic stimulus package before the expected snap election.
Thu Jun 03 2021
Lockdown is necessary, expect another round of stimulus - Economists

Lockdown is necessary, expect another round of stimulus - Economists

Economists opine that the total lockdown announced by Muhyiddin which would take effect from June 1 till June 14 is a measure that makes sense to cope with the soaring number of COVID-19 cases.
Fri May 28 2021
Deficit target revised to 6 pct of GDP, statutory debt still below Parliament-approved limit - MOF

Deficit target revised to 6 pct of GDP, statutory debt still below Parliament-approved limit - MOF

The government has revised the deficit target to six per cent from 5.4 per cent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for 2021, having factored in continuing measures from 2020 economic stimulus packages.
Thu May 27 2021
Only four per cent of RM1.7 bln allocation for digital sector utilised - Mustapa

Only four per cent of RM1.7 bln allocation for digital sector utilised - Mustapa

Only four per cent of the RM1.7 billion allocated for the digital sector through four economic stimulus packages has been utilised, said Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed.
Sat Apr 10 2021
Muhyiddin visits traders at Medan Niaga Satok

Muhyiddin visits traders at Medan Niaga Satok

During the visit, he also presented the Prihatin Rakyat Economic Stimulus Package (PRIHATIN) assistance to traders at the complex.
Fri Apr 02 2021
Striking balance between protecting lives and livelihoods main challenge of PN govt - Muhyiddin

Striking balance between protecting lives and livelihoods main challenge of PN govt - Muhyiddin

Muhyiddin said the govt implemented various economic stimulus packages to ease the people's burden and ensure business continuity.
Mon Mar 01 2021
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration

What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration

Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths

The battle to reduce road deaths

In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

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

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 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 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