Call to expand initiatives under PENJANA to ease people's burden
Extending the loan moratorium is better than withdrawing money from the EPF Account 1 which is a saving scheme for old age.
Sun Nov 01 2020
EPF to members: Make use of retirement advisory service, existing govt assistance
The fund stated that accessing their hard-earned savings in Account One should not be the only way for the members to get cash.
Sat Oct 31 2020
EPF concerned with subscribers running out of savings too soon after retirement
many subscribers ran out of their EPF savings within three or five years after their retirement although the life span for Malaysians had increased to 75 years.
Wed Dec 28 2016
Malaysians working abroad eligible to contribute to EPF
Johor EPF branch Retirement Advisory Service (RAS) officer, Faizal Abu Al-Ashari said those below 55 years-old can register as EPF members to make savings until they reach retirement age.
Tue Dec 27 2016
EPF's RAS gains attention in Penang
The Employees Provident Fund's (EPF) Retirement Advisory Service (RAS) at its branch in Seberang Jaya, Penang has attracted the interest of a hundred members per month on average since its introductio
Mon Dec 26 2016
EPF helps members plan their retirement
In January 2017, Shahrudin Ahmad will turn 55. Hence, he will be eligible to withdraw his savings from the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) though he has another five more years before he retires.
Wed Dec 21 2016
Public laud retirement advisory service by EPF
The Retirement Advisory Service (RAS)is to enhance the implementation of EPF's long-term plans to help members achieve a sustainable retirement level.
Mon Nov 02 2015
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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