Niaga SPOTLIGHT: Inclusive Urban Planning and Urban Design
Niaga SPOTLIGHT exclusive interview with Datuk Seri Paduka TPr Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif, Mayor, Kuala Lumpur.
Kuala Lumpur requires considerable pivoting towards accessible, inclusive infrastructure and public facilities to reap the cost-benefit advantages of universal accessibility in the medium to long term.
DS Paduka TPr Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif discusses her vision and ongoing implementation of inclusive urban planning and urban design for the capital city.
Kuala Lumpur requires considerable pivoting towards accessible, inclusive infrastructure and public facilities to reap the cost-benefit advantages of universal accessibility in the medium to long term.
DS Paduka TPr Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif discusses her vision and ongoing implementation of inclusive urban planning and urban design for the capital city.
Fri Oct 11 2024
JPJ upgrades MyJPJ app following high demand for special transition programme
The Road Transport Department (JPJ) is upgrading the MyJPJ application following the implementation of the Special Malaysian Driving Licence (LMM) Transition Programme from Class B2/B1 to Class B (hig
Tue Oct 01 2024
83,700 students to benefit from "Anak Kita" programme - Fadhlina
A total of 83,752 students, involving 3,458 schools, will benefit from the implementation of phase one of the -Anak Kita- programme.
Fri Sep 27 2024
Malaysia wants to learn from China’s success in 5G implementation
Malaysia is interested to learn more about China's 5G rollout, which covers over 90% of populated areas.
Fri Sep 27 2024
Malaysia calls to limit UNSC veto, demands Palestine resolution implementation
Malaysia has made a strong appeal to limit the use of veto power in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
Thu Sep 26 2024
AWANI Tonight: Rubber industry: How can consolidation aid small holders community?
As the government looks into the consolidation of rubber smallholders to increase rubber production capacity, UPM’s Prof Dr Norsida Man discusses the benefits of the idea and possible challenges in its implementation.
Tue Sep 24 2024
PM calls for immediate implementation of public service reform
Expect September to be a month of more vigorous reform movements, says PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Mon Sep 02 2024
Govt will not delay licensing plans for social media, messaging apps - Fahmi
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the implementation of the licensing framework will proceed as scheduled.
Tue Aug 27 2024
Government aims for effective implementation of economy restructuring - PM
The 2025 Budget, scheduled for presentation on 18 October 2024, will be the third MADANI budget.
Fri Aug 16 2024
Inflation, economic growth forecasts not affected by targeted subsidy implementation - MoF
According to MoF, the official 2024 forecasts for inflation and GDP growth remain at 2.0-3.5 per cent and 4.0-5.0 per cent, respectively.
Wed Jul 31 2024
[COLUMNIST] Navigating Malaysia’s innovation landscape: Unpacking the Global Innovation Index 2023
Our lag in innovation output stems from past poor policy design and implementation.
Mon Jul 29 2024
10-year validity passports undergo 'fine-tuning' before implementation
Passports with 10-year validity will be introduced soon after various aspects of the implementation have been fine-tuned, says Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.
Mon Jul 22 2024
Implementation of MADANI Economy beginning to bear fruit - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the highest achievement with direct investment approved in 2023 was RM329.5 bln.
Tue Jul 09 2024
Govt drafting new law to combat online fraud, ensure digital security
Gobind Singh Deo said this was because both acts were entirely different from technical and legal implementation perspectives.
Mon Jul 08 2024
Malaysia, China affirm mutual support for sovereignty, security & territorial integrity
Malaysia and China will continue to promote the high-quality implementation of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership agreement.
Thu Jun 20 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024