MYIX, PIKOM express concern over unresolved cabotage policy
Industry sources have stated that new submarine cables that were planned to land in Malaysia have now been put on hold by foreign investors.
Thu Jul 22 2021
Unprecedented measures needed by industries & businesses at this time
Industries and businesses need unprecedented measures that are proportionate to the situation that's imposed on them.
Fri Feb 05 2021
IT must remain as essential service - PIKOM
IT support and services must be made essential in whichever level of movement control decided by the government.
Mon Jan 11 2021
Focus on digitalisation enables Malaysia to leap into digital economy post COVID-19 PIKOM
The National Tech Association of Malaysia (PIKOM) believes that the focus on digitalisation and automation would enable Malaysia have a good standing in the post COVID-19 recovery phase.
Sat Jun 06 2020
PIKOM disappointed IT support, services not allowed to run during MCO
Without IT support and services being allowed to operate, more than a million businesses are at risk without a robust and up-to-date system, says PIKOM.
Sun Apr 12 2020
Pikom asks for more affordable ICT tools in Budget 2018
Pikom is proposing zero-rated GST for ICT products and services, especially for 'big ticket' items like laptops and smartphones.
Tue Oct 17 2017
ICT industry stays resilient, growth momentum to continue
The industry's growth momentum is projected to continue driven by the intensification of digitisation processes.
Sat Jul 09 2016
PIKOM to lobby for exemption from GST for ICT products
PIKOM failed to get the government to zero-rate the ICT products last year but they haven't given up in their bid, especially for hardware items.
Wed Oct 07 2015
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