Budget 2023 revision must address issues such as social safety net - Economist
Geoffrey Williams said addressing these issues is essential to ensure the country's sustainability going forward.
Wed Oct 19 2022
Dewan Negara passes Housewife Social Safety Bill 2022
Awang Hashim said together with SOCSO, they would implement various measures to encourage husbands to contribute to SKSSR for their wives.
Wed Aug 10 2022
Budget 2023: Govt building resilience through jobs and social protection
The government would focus on facilitating employment, re-employment, and social protection as well as targeted assistance to provide the optimum social safety net for vulnerable groups.
Fri Jun 03 2022
FT Ministry expands MY5 Programme with aim of eradicating urban poverty
MYJob @ Wilayah would offer more than 3,000 job opportunities to city dwellers, especially those affected by COVID-19, in six areas of employment.
Thu Jan 28 2021
A reflection of bipartisan budget but more should be done
There remains a crucial need to look into sustainable measures in order to ensure long-term social safety nets for the people.
Mon Nov 30 2020
RM26.5 bln spent for social safety net programmes last year
The government spent a total of RM26.5 billion or 1.8 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) for various social safety net programmes last year.
Fri Nov 06 2020
Malaysia needs alternative sources to fund economy, social safety net - Abd Aziz
The government has been urged to set up a National Economic and Social Safety Net Fund (NESSFUND) as an alternative source of funding in a bid to curb COVID-19's impact on the people and the economy.
Sat Jun 06 2020
Malaysia proposes post-COVID19 ASEAN economic recovery plan
Malaysia has proposed that ASEAN formulate an economic recovery plan post-COVID-19 that focuses not only on the financial aspects but also on social safety nets, food security and education.
Tue Apr 14 2020
BR1M is an economic measure, not bribe, says Najib
The PM said BRIM was a social safety net recommended by National Fiscal Committee comprising officials from the EPU, Bank Negara and the Finance Ministry who were mostly experts and not politicians.
Sun May 17 2015
Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism
The material provides new insight into the moon's geological history including the oldest evidence to date of lunar volcanism.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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