COVID-19 affects household incomes in both urban, rural areas - Mustapa
It is undeniable that there is an income gap between urban and rural areas due to slower rural development, Mustapa said.
Thu Dec 16 2021
Statistics on civil servants refusing vaccine among focus of Dewan Rakyat today
The issues on income gap between urban and rural groups and the extent to which the COVID-19 pandemic has affected will also be raised.
Wed Nov 10 2021
12MP: Special unit to be formed in addressing poverty, income gaps - PM
A special unit at the federal and district office levels would be established under the 12MP in tackling the issues of poverty and income gaps among the people.
Mon Sep 27 2021
Early govt intervention to help close income gaps, provide equal opportunities - PM
According to the prime minister, global economic recovery can only be sustainable when things are made equitable for all.
Fri Mar 05 2021
A salute to women in the workforce
According to The World Economic Forum, the economic gender gap will now not be closed for an alarming 217 years.
Wed Nov 01 2017
Income disparity in Malaysia: The Myth about the Rich and the Poor
Malaysia has silently migrated to new battles, concerning intra-racial, income, and class-based imbalances.
Wed Nov 02 2016
The rich getting richer: Why we need to eliminate tax havens
The world's richest people keep on getting richer, at the expense of the rest of the global population. And tax havens lie at the root of this inequality. Are you prepared to do something about it?
Thu Feb 04 2016
Call for ASEAN member nations to narrow income gap
ASEAN member nations have been urged to make serious concerted efforts to narrow the income gap between the rich and poor.
Sat Oct 03 2015
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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 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