![Agong, Raja Permaisuri congratulate Socso chief executive on being elected ISSA president Agong, Raja Permaisuri congratulate Socso chief executive on being elected ISSA president](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/81667286214_PRESIDEN.jpg)
Agong, Raja Permaisuri congratulate Socso chief executive on being elected ISSA president
Their Majesties today congratulated Socso chief executive Datuk Seri Dr Mohammed Azman Aziz Mohammed on being elected as the 17th President of the ISSA.
Tue Nov 01 2022
![Socso encourages P-hailing riders to contribute to receive benefits Socso encourages P-hailing riders to contribute to receive benefits](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-03/41615132568_PKP.jpg)
Socso encourages P-hailing riders to contribute to receive benefits
P-hailing riders are encouraged to contribute to Socso) to benefit from social security protection, says chief executive Datuk Seri Dr Mohammed Azman Aziz Mohammed.
Mon Oct 03 2022
![PenjanaKerjaya: SOCSO to conduct strict vetting, checks on employers PenjanaKerjaya: SOCSO to conduct strict vetting, checks on employers](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-07/51659099164_AzminAzizPerkeso.jpg)
PenjanaKerjaya: SOCSO to conduct strict vetting, checks on employers
SOCSO will conduct strict vetting and regular checks on employers involved in the PenjanaKerjaya programme.
Fri Jul 29 2022
![Human Resources Ministry, Socso to hold Jamin Kerja Keluarga Malaysia Job Expo from July 23 to 27 Human Resources Ministry, Socso to hold Jamin Kerja Keluarga Malaysia Job Expo from July 23 to 27](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/61636211762_TBPerkeso.jpg)
Human Resources Ministry, Socso to hold Jamin Kerja Keluarga Malaysia Job Expo from July 23 to 27
The Human Resources Ministry, through Socso, will organise the Jamin Kerja Keluarga Malaysia Job Expo at the World Trade Centre (WTC) from July 23-27.
Fri Jul 22 2022
![Socso suspends RM423 million PenjanaKerjaya payments Socso suspends RM423 million PenjanaKerjaya payments](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/61636217981_MohammedAzmanAziz.jpg)
Socso suspends RM423 million PenjanaKerjaya payments
Surveillance and intelligence conducted since May last year found that certain employers had made false claims and misappropriated funds.
Fri Jul 15 2022
![Sustainable labour policy crucial for a resilient market - Socso Sustainable labour policy crucial for a resilient market - Socso](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/61636217981_MohammedAzmanAziz.jpg)
Sustainable labour policy crucial for a resilient market - Socso
Mohammed said the present challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic signal that priority should be given to proof-based policy formulation.
Thu Feb 10 2022
![Socso, AIDS Foundation to help contributors who suffer from HIV/AIDS Socso, AIDS Foundation to help contributors who suffer from HIV/AIDS](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/41638793088_MAFPERKESO.jpg)
Socso, AIDS Foundation to help contributors who suffer from HIV/AIDS
Through this strategic cooperation, Socso and MAF will implement the Prevention and Disability Management programme.
Tue Dec 07 2021
![Socso disburses over RM18 billion to stabilise labour market during pandemic Socso disburses over RM18 billion to stabilise labour market during pandemic](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-06/81622798975_MohammedAzmanAziz.jpg)
Socso disburses over RM18 billion to stabilise labour market during pandemic
Social Security Organisation (Socso) has successfully disbursed more than RM18 billion in wage subsidies, job search allowances and hiring incentives through seven stimulus packages as of today.
Mon Sep 06 2021
![SOCSO pays out RM11.11 mln to beneficiaries of COVID victims SOCSO pays out RM11.11 mln to beneficiaries of COVID victims](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-06/81622798975_MohammedAzmanAziz.jpg)
SOCSO pays out RM11.11 mln to beneficiaries of COVID victims
Mohammed Azman said it involved almost 11,100 recipients whose applications were approved through the Survivor's Pension category.
Wed Aug 25 2021
![Socso forges partnership to help workers re-enter job market Socso forges partnership to help workers re-enter job market](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2018-03/71522330393_DATUKDRMOHAMMED.jpg)
Socso forges partnership to help workers re-enter job market
Socso enters into a partnership with the SME Association of Malaysia and five private higher learning institutions.
Wed Aug 18 2021
![Socso confident of new job placements for 180,000 people Socso confident of new job placements for 180,000 people](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-03/51615470561_TBPerkeso.jpg)
Socso confident of new job placements for 180,000 people
Socso is confident of achieving 180,000 new job placements while retaining 2.5 million employed workers through the implementation of several initiatives under PEMULIH until Dec 31.
Tue Jul 06 2021
![Govt has disbursed RM15.67 bln for Wage Subsidy Programme - Socso Govt has disbursed RM15.67 bln for Wage Subsidy Programme - Socso](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/41614156125_PerkesoBaluSuami.jpg)
Govt has disbursed RM15.67 bln for Wage Subsidy Programme - Socso
The Wage Subsidy Programme has benefited 2.74 million employees and 333,533 employers in the country.
Tue Jul 06 2021
![Socso launches reality show 'Luar Biasa' Socso launches reality show 'Luar Biasa'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-03/51615470561_TBPerkeso.jpg)
Socso launches reality show 'Luar Biasa'
Azman said the 13-episode programme would be aired every Friday at 9 pm beginning this week on channel 105 Astro Prima.
Wed Jun 02 2021
![PEMERKASA could reduce unemployment rate - Socso PEMERKASA could reduce unemployment rate - Socso](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2018-03/71522330393_DATUKDRMOHAMMED.jpg)
PEMERKASA could reduce unemployment rate - Socso
Azman he said among the active labour market programmes to be implemented by Socso was the incentive to offer temporary jobs and gig jobs.
Sat Mar 20 2021
![Socso received 348 complaints of wage subsidy abuse Socso received 348 complaints of wage subsidy abuse](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/81613482708_PerkesoBaluSuami.jpg)
Socso received 348 complaints of wage subsidy abuse
Socso has received a total of 348 complaints related to misuse and fraudulent claims of the PSU fund under the PENJANA package.
Tue Feb 16 2021
![Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738813756_DonaldTrump.jpg)
Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security
Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked? Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51707394584_TBcancer.jpg)
Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?
Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739535661_Congolesepeople.jpg)
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter
Hundreds of thousands of people are now living in makeshift accommodation, including churches and hospitals, according to UNHCR.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen? How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41736248917_TBCANADAPM.jpg)
How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?
The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720518165_OhmatdytChildrenK.jpg)
Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns
Trump says US troops would not be part of any security presence in Ukraine.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/51725854695_ArtificialIntellige.jpg)
AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says
Over the next decade, AI is expected to redefine job roles rather than eliminate them.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41739334203_OpenAIlogo.jpg)
OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert
While OpenAI claims its tool rivals human analysts, AI inevitably lacks judgement, scrutiny and expertise that make good research valuable.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-09/81473819684_Headphone.jpg)
Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood
The power of music comes from our choices in what to listen to and the human agency we express in this act.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs? Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733826427_MigrantscrosstheE.jpg)
Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?
Nearly 700 boats carrying more than 36,800 people crossed the Channel between France and Britain in 2024.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste? US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/51733387237_DonaldTrump.jpg)
US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?
Sovereign wealth funds are usually associated with great wealth - Norway's 'oil fund' is estimated to be worth US$1.7 trillion.
Sat Feb 15 2025