PM’s Egypt visit unlocks RM4.8 bil in export potential - MITI
Egyptian companies express interest in investment opportunities in Malaysia, particularly in medical devices and pharmaceuticals, says MITI.
Wed Nov 13 2024
MIDA identifies 12 Egyptian companies interested in investing in Malaysia - Tengku Zafrul
Tengku Zafrul says the companies are interested in the pharmaceutical, medical device, aerospace and petrochemical sectors.
Wed Nov 13 2024
No more single-use plastic bags at 20 retail chains from Oct 1 - Nga
Starting October 1, 20 hypermarkets, supermarkets, convenience stores, and pharmacy chains will stop providing single-use plastic bags at their 8,000 outlets.
Thu Sep 26 2024
Pharmaniaga launches Malaysia's first locally owned biopharmaceutical plant
Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said the plant would reduce the dependence on imported biopharmaceuticals.
Thu Sep 19 2024
Death toll in India's Andhra Pradesh pharma factory blast rises to 17
The fire broke out at a privately held Escientia Advanced Sciences' 40-acre manufacturing unit that was operational since 2019.
Thu Aug 22 2024
Malaysia needs to prioritise investments in silver economy to enable active, healthy ageing - PM
These include investments in critical sectors such as healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and infrastructure conducive to active ageing.
Tue Jun 04 2024
Malaysia to seek AstraZeneca explanation about COVID-19 vaccine side effect - MOH
Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the pharmaceutical company should be responsible by submitting a thorough and transparent explanation.
Fri May 03 2024
[COLUMNIST] Empowering pharmacists through dispensing separation: Enhancing community healthcare
If done right, dispensing separation has great potential to enhance the healthcare system and benefit a broader spectrum of people.
Mon Apr 29 2024
Dietary supplement leaves 4 dead, 100 sick in Japan
The manufacturer Kobayashi Pharmaceutical confirmed the deaths linked to its red yeast rice dietary supplements.
Thu Mar 28 2024
Indian firms linked to cough syrup deaths had received warnings
The deaths of 12 children in northen India, police allege, were caused by adulterated cough syrup made by drugmaker Digital Vision.
Wed Sep 13 2023
India suspends another drugmaker's licence over tainted cough syrup
The WHO flagged contamination with unacceptable amounts of diethylene glycol and ethylene glycol, which are toxic to humans when consumed.
Tue Jul 25 2023
4,907 officers have agreed to permanent appointment offers, seven declined - Dr Zaliha
The permanent appointments were offered with vacancies in 2023, involving 4,263 medical officers, 335 dentists and 316 pharmacists.
Fri Jun 23 2023
[COLUMNIST] Restructure the medicine procurement and supply chain ecosystem
The PN17 classification may impact Pharmaniagas credit facility and the financial troubles have ripple effects throughout the supply chain.
Wed Apr 19 2023
[COLUMNIST] Problems with monopolies in medical products supply chain
Having only a single concessionaire for the APPL products, potential unfairness in supply terms could manifest in more ways than one.
Tue Apr 18 2023
Switzerland tries slow-mo cannabis revolution
Switzerland is now experimenting with decriminalising recreational cannabis, with the drug now available in some Basel pharmacies.
Tue Mar 28 2023
ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrant for Myanmar military leader over Rohingya campaign
The judges will decide if Gen. Min Aung Hlaing bears responsibility for Rohingya deportation and persecution in Myanmar and Bangladesh.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Singer's son and friend charged with theft of businesswoman's Ferrari
The son of a singer from a popular 90s band and his friend pleaded not guilty at the Ampang Magistrate's Court today to charges of stealing a luxury car.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Who is Bushra Bibi, Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan's wife leading protests?
Bushra Bibi entered the capital Islamabad this week with thousands of PTI party supporters who breached heavy security force barricades.
Wed Nov 27 2024
UiTM enhances monitoring, procedures for co-curricular activities following trainee's death
ATM has started an investigation into the death of a trainee, following allegations of bullying during a military training session at a public university.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Man who pleaded guilty to killing parents ordered to undergo mental evaluation
The High Court here today ordered an unemployed man, who pleaded guilty to murdering his parents last year, to undergo a mental evaluation.
Wed Nov 27 2024
What does the US-brokered truce ending Israel-Hezbollah fighting include?
Biden says the troops would gradually pull out and civilians on both sides would be able to return home.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Voluntary rehabilitation programme offers GISB members daily allowance
Dr. Zulkifli Hasan says the programme also includes skills training to help participants sustain their livelihoods.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Muhyiddin's sedition trial transferred to KL High Court
The decision involves a case where Muhyiddin is accused of making seditious remarks during the recent Nenggiri by-election campaign.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Flights grounded, power cut as record November snowfall hits Seoul
At least two people were reported killed in traffic accidents on highways east of the capital.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Siti Nurhaliza unfazed by criticism, focused on artistic journey
Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza Tarudin says, there will always be those who are satisfied and those who are not.
Wed Nov 27 2024