Govt committed to reducing debt-to-GDP ratio to 60% within five years - Treasury sec-gen
The government is committed to reducing its borrowings within a five-year timeframe to ensure a stronger and sustainable fiscal position.
Tue Jul 23 2024
Task force set up to expedite procurement approval for security forces
Datuk Johan Mahmood Merican had been instructed to monitor the task force to ensure approval for the purpose is expedited.
Tue Dec 12 2023
PM Anwar announces new initiatives to empower enforcement agencies
The announcement also includes an allocation of RM100 million to enhance enforcement equipment and capabilities.
Thu Jul 13 2023
PM Anwar starts work as finance minister
Prior to this, Anwar, 75, held the finance minister portfolio for eight years from 1991 to 1998.
Tue Dec 06 2022
Govt to continue subsidies despite rising oil prices - Johan
The govt is maintaining the current subsidy policy to protect the people from price increases and disruptions to the food supply chain.
Tue Mar 22 2022
Govt stresses that Cukai Makmur will be one-off
Johan said the government is committed to ensuring that the utilisation of Cukai Makmur was transparently disclosed.
Mon Nov 01 2021
Decision to use National Trust Fund will expedite vaccination process - Johan
Johan says the decision was also made after taking into account the country's economic situation and the increase in COVID-19 cases.
Wed May 05 2021
Not an easy decision to expand i-Sinar scheme - Johan
The agreement to extend the withdrawal of the i-Sinar scheme from Account 1 of the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) to all members whose income is affected was not an easy decision.
Fri Nov 27 2020
MOF: Important to invest in development expenditure to stimulate growth
It is important that the government invests in development expenditure to stimulate new growth.
Fri Nov 27 2020
Budget 2021 needs to be approved for govt to address COVID-19
The Dewan Rakyat needs to approve Budget 2021 to allow the government to undertake measures to address the COVID-19 pandemic and ensure that there would be no operational disruptions.
Mon Nov 16 2020
About 3,600 Malaysians overseas have returned - TalentCorp
TalentCorp has brought home some 3,600 Malaysians back to our shores in the last four years through its Returning Expert Programme (REP).
Tue Sep 01 2015
Tougher now to bring talents home - TalentCorp
Johan Mahmood said the country's current economic and political climate is making it tougher for Malaysians overseas to return.
Mon Aug 31 2015
TalentCorp holds fair to empower young talents
Over 50 top local and foreign companies are taking part in the two-day fair at the TM Convention Centre here starting today.
Sat Jan 17 2015
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