2023.Budget: Stimulate gig economy, protect p-hailing industry
In Malaysia, the gig economy sector is more associated with p-hailing riders, but there are many more jobs in the sector.
Wed Sep 28 2022
Govt should focus on economy, COVID-19 and learn from China, South Korea - Jomo
Jomo says the govt should focus on overcoming the pandemic crisis and economic problems faced by Malaysia so that more jobs can be saved.
Mon Aug 16 2021
Vaccination programmes will boost Malaysian economy, lead to more jobs by H2 2021 - MEF
Shamsuddin said the private sector will do its best to assist the government in providing jobs to the locals during this difficult period.
Wed Feb 10 2021
Johor government conducts study on manpower rationalisation plan
State Unity and Human Resource Committee chairman R. Vidyananthan said the plan would reduce the dependence on foreign workers and would provide more jobs to the local population.
Thu May 25 2017
Proton's win-win tie-up with foreign partner to create more jobs for Malaysians
This will not only translate into better sales for the national carmaker, but also ramp up production at the Shah Alam and Tanjung Malim plants which are now producing below capacity.
Sun Feb 19 2017
Create jobs in rural areas, Mustapa urges entreprenuers
Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed has urged local entrepreneurs to create more jobs especially in rural areas, saying it would uplift the people's economic well-being.
Sat Oct 08 2016
Malaysia to offer 3.3 million jobs by 2020
Malaysia is expected to provide 3.3 million new jobs in various sectors by 2020 through the joint effort of the government and private sector.
Tue Nov 27 2012
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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