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[COLUMNIST] Malaysia needs a new toolbox to combat poverty
Despite noticeable progress in reducing overall poverty rates, the nation continues to face a complex poverty landscape.
Fri Dec 08 2023
Govt committed to overcoming poverty in Kelantan - PM Ismail Sabri
The government will continue to pay attention to overcoming the poverty rate in Kelantan, including an allocation of RM124 million for the 590,000 BKM recipients in the state.
Sat Jul 23 2022
Govt to establish poverty circle to address poverty - Mustapa
Mustapa said the incidence of poverty was lower for all ethnic groups with the biggest drop recorded by the Bumiputera community.
Thu Jun 17 2021
COVID: Government to focus on reducing poverty rate - Mustapa
Expenditure and Basic Amenities Survey 2019 showed the poverty rate for the year was 5.6 per cent, and it could now increase by almost three per cent.
Fri Mar 12 2021
Poverty rate in Sarawak expected to increase this year - Fatimah
The poverty rate in Sarawak is expected to increase following the introduction of the new poverty line income this year
Sat Dec 05 2020
2021 Budget: "Sabahans are suffering, can't wait for next year" - Najib
Najib said Sabah needed special attention as the state had recorded the highest poverty rate and the lowest growth rate in Malaysia.
Tue Nov 10 2020
PN prioritises efforts to reduce poverty rate in Sabah under 12MP
The Perikatan Nasional (PN) government will prioritise the efforts to reduce the poverty rate in Sabah in the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP).
Sat Sep 19 2020
Najib shares Malaysia's secret in reducing poverty, fighting unemployment
Constant focus on growth while ensuring every citizen benefits from the country's economic development are the philosopsy upheld by Malaysia in efforts to reduce poverty rate in the country.
Mon Mar 06 2017
Rosmah shares Malaysia's experience in overcoming child marriage
Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor said child marriages were rare in Malaysia, thanks to the existence of a good education system and low poverty rate.
Wed Sep 30 2015
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
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024