Challenges remain despite support for childcare and working women policies
Many women in Malaysia are not able to remain in or re-join the workforce because they have to take care of their children or parents.
Fri Jul 15 2022
Minimum wage increase can raise price of goods - Economist
Minimum wage could also cause a substitution effect when the increase in the price of the goods was absorbed.
Sat Feb 12 2022
GST reintroduction: Yay or Nay?
Are we going on the merry-go-round of endless debates on whether it is yay or nay for the tax, or is it just not the right time?
Fri Aug 13 2021
Retain racial identity while unifying Malaysians - Academician
In line with the phrase 'unity in diversity', every citizen in the country needs to retain their cultural identity and not be forced to practice other cultures.
Thu Mar 18 2021
COVID-19 vaccine, the best way to stimulate economy
The availability of the COVID-19 vaccine in the country is considered the best way to boost economic growth.
Fri Feb 26 2021
Vaccination important in restoring country's economy - MOSTI
Dr Mohd Nor Azman Hassan said when herd immunity is achieved, the transmission of COVID-19 could be better controlled.
Sat Jan 23 2021
Maturity of Malaysian politics passes Budget 2021
After two weeks of debate and through four days of winding up by each ministry, the 2021 Supply Bill was passed at policy level yesterday.
Fri Nov 27 2020
2021 Budget a description of MPs prioritising the people - Analyst
The 2021 Budget is the new starting point for the country, which gives the impression that the Malaysian MPs give more priority to the people amidst political differences.
Mon Nov 02 2020
Sabah election: Focus will be on economy, MA63 and development - Academic
Issues should not be championed solely for votes in the 16th Sabah state election, but instead should be used to ensure that Sabahans enjoy progress similar to other developing states.
Sat Sep 19 2020
PENJANA: Early initiative to drive country's economy
The ePENJANA initiative was an encouragement for the society to shift from using cash to e-wallet, which is now a trend under the new normal lifestyle.
Fri Jun 26 2020
Pegging ringgit during COVID-19 not appropriate - Economist
Pegging the ringgit during the COVID-19 crisis is not appropriate, given the issues confronting the nation are related to health and economic integration.
Fri Jun 05 2020
Ending child marriages: 'Lift people out of poverty first'
The problem of child marriages in the country can only be overcome through a concerted effort to solve socio-economic problems.
Fri Jul 13 2018
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
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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 prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024