Thai PM: 'I don't agree with recreational use' of cannabis
Thailand's cannabis industry projected to be worth up to $1.2 bln over the next few years with thousands of businesses in tourist hot spots.
Fri Sep 15 2023
Budget 2023 prepared with people's wellbeing at its core - PM
Ismail Sabri said the main focus will include the creation of jobs, an increase in income and the survival of businesses.
Tue Aug 23 2022
McKinsey report offers a comprehensive assessment of the economic transformation needed to reach net-zero emissions
Achieving the net-zero transition will depend on the engagement of businesses, governments, institutions and individuals around the globe.
Wed Jan 26 2022
FMM says reopening of foreign workers recruitment will assist recovery of businesses, economy
It would also restore the confidence and reliability of Malaysia as a manufacturing hub and global supply chain player in the region.
Sat Dec 11 2021
Philippines to test localised lockdowns in capital region
The localised lockdown would be accompanied by five alert levels designating the range of businesses allowed to operate.
Tue Sep 14 2021
Malaysia critically needs trade-based solutions, says BNM
The overdependence on debt-based instruments also reduced the financial flexibility of businesses in supporting their recovery.
Mon Aug 23 2021
MEF: Accelerate NRP to Phase 3 and 4 to ensure non-essential sectors survive
The MEF has called on the government to urgently accelerate the National Recovery Plan (NRP) to Phase Three and Phase Four to ensure the survival of businesses.
Tue Jul 20 2021
Businesses allowed to operate during MCO to prevent more job cuts - Nanta
The government's decision to allow 38 types of businesses, including non-essentials, to operate during the implementation of the MCO is to ensure business continuity and prevent more job losses.
Fri May 07 2021
COVID: MOTAC focusing on business tourism
The ministry in a statement said, ensuring continuity of businesses and safety and health of the people is also MOTAC's priority.
Tue Feb 09 2021
SOPs for essential economic sector and services: All you need to know
The Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) has formulated a set of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure the continuity of businesses during the Movement Control Order (MCO).
Tue Jan 12 2021
Nation's economy showing positive signs toward recovery: Muhyiddin
The country's economy is starting to show positive signs following the opening of businesses in stages, Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said.
Fri Aug 28 2020
Grants, loans of RM700 million to SMEs, mid-level companies - PM
This was to enable more SME companies to subscribe to or use services related to digitalization of businesses.
Fri Jun 05 2020
COVID-19: Sarawak gazettes Public Health Ordinance to check possible second wave
It is feared that there would be a second wave, especially with the gradual reopening of businesses and the return of Sarawakian students from outside the state.
Thu May 14 2020
Conditional MCO would help nation, smallholders Ministry
CMCO could also halt the slide in incomes of businesses and individuals besides enabling most businesses to remain open.
Tue May 05 2020
COVID-19: Thailand to reopen certain businesses starting Sunday as situation improves
Thailand will be reopening six types of businesses and venues nationwide from Sunday (May 3) with guidelines to avoid a second wave of COVID-19 infection.
Thu Apr 30 2020
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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