Malaysia, 12 other countries officially added as BRICS partner countries
The bloc officially added 13 new nations to the alliance as partner countries, though not yet as full members, according to @BRICSInfo on X.
Thu Oct 24 2024
Rafizi to present on key issues affecting Global South in BRICS Summit
Minister of Economy Rafizi Ramli is scheduled to deliver Malaysia's national statement at BRICS Outreach/BRICS Plus Summit in Kazan, Russia.
Tue Oct 22 2024
Govt steps up efforts to eradicate hardcore poverty in line with economic growth - Rafizi
So far, economic indicators show promising data with positive economic growth, controlled inflation, best-performing stock market.
Mon Sep 30 2024
Malaysia says aims to sign joint SEZ deal with Singapore in Sept
Rafizi Ramli said the final pact will be signed ahead of an annual retreat between the leaders of Singapore and Malaysia later this year.
Wed Jul 10 2024
Sg Bakap polls: Indian votes can be deciding factor, support for Unity Govt remains strong
Rafizi Ramli noted that the number of Indian voters in the Sungai Bakap state assembly is significantly larger than in other constituencies.
Mon Jul 01 2024
Global South and global growth: Here's what leaders are saying
There is growing cooperation among peer economies, and the Global South is finding a 'louder voice', experts say.
Sat Jun 29 2024
Govts must enhance policy, infrastructure for renewable energy integration in ASEAN - Rafizi
Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli said governments must adopt a holistic approach to policy and infrastructure to bolster renewable energy (RE) supply and ensure sustainable development.
Tue Jun 25 2024
Progressive Wage Policy expected to be implemented in October
The Progressive Wage Policy (PWP) is expected to be fully implemented in October, the Dewan Rakyat was told today.
Tue Jun 25 2024
12 Malaysian companies among Southeast Asia’s top performers: Rafizi
We have political stability, and we are starting to see signs of economic improvement, said Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli.
Mon Jun 10 2024
Sg Bakap polls: Candidate representing unity gov't to be announced on June 12 - Rafizi
Rafizi Ramli said the name of selected candidate from the party would be presented at Unity Government Leadership Consultative Meeting.
Mon Jun 10 2024
Economy ministry announces realignment of three Bumiputera-mandated agencies
Rafizi Ramli said the realignment will be achieved through smart and innovative collaboration between the public and private sectors.
Mon May 20 2024
Malaysia aims to attract global unicorns via unicorn golden pass - Rafizi
Malaysia aims to attract global unicorns via Unicorn Golden Pass so that high-skilled and high-value jobs are created, said Rafizi Ramli.
Mon Apr 22 2024
PADU system meets international standards - Rafizi
Rafizi Ramli said despite more than two million attempts daily to access the system illegally, all have been thwarted.
Tue Mar 26 2024
PADU registrations surge to 7.7 million - Rafizi
Of the registrations to date, the percentage of individuals aged 18 years and above has reached 35.1 per cent.
Mon Mar 25 2024
Rafizi refutes claims of PADU data integrity issues
Rafizi Ramli said PADU also contains data integrated from various sources including federal and state govts, agencies and statutory bodies.
Tue Mar 05 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade
At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes
The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024