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
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