Ministry submits three proposals to Finance Ministry to assist contractors
KKR has sent three proposals to the Finance Ministry to ease problems facing contractors who are implementing government projects following the increase in the price of building materials.
Wed Nov 10 2021
Selangor govt remains firm in combatting corruption, abuse of power - MB
Amirudin says the state government was also monitoring several departments closely.
Sun Jul 25 2021
District officer and surveyor nabbed by MACC over contracts in Selangor
Five people were arrested so far for allegedly receiving bribes from a contractor in Selangor.
Sat Jul 24 2021
MOF conduct field visits to prepare for 2021 Budget - Shahar
Deputy Finance Minister II Mohd Shahar Abdullah personally witnessed several Federal government projects in Sarawak to understand the needs and impact in preparation for the 2021 Budget.
Sat Jul 11 2020
I am committed to helping the Prime Minister - DPM
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said he will remain committed to helping Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak in the implementation of government projects.
Sun May 07 2017
Govt to blacklist problematic contractors - Johari
The government will immediately blacklist contractors and suppliers who fail to complete government projects within the stipulated time.
Fri Oct 14 2016
MACC seizure: Sabah govt to give full cooperation
The Sabah government would extend its full cooperation to MACC in its investigation of senior government officers arrested recently on suspicion of corrupt practices in granting government projects.
Wed Oct 05 2016
Land premium rate in Selangor applies to all parties - Azmin Ali
The land premium rate set by the Selangor government applies not only to federal government projects but also for all parties involved, said Selangor Menteri Besar, Mohamed Azmin Ali.
Fri Jan 23 2015
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