LATESTVIDEOSASEANBRICSMIDDLE EASTUS-CHINA

Article Related To socio-economic

Explore more about the topics related to socio-economic on Astro Awani

Consider This: MITRA - Progress, Pitfalls & the Path Forward

Consider This: MITRA - Progress, Pitfalls & the Path Forward

MITRA, the Malaysian Indian Transformation Unit, was designed to address the socio-economic challenges of Malaysia’s Indian community—to bridge the gaps in education, employment, and social mobility. But has MITRA been an effective agent of change in tackling the layered and varied issues within Malaysia's Indian community? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to PKR Member of Parliament for Batu, P. Prabakaran, Chairperson of the MITRA Special Task Force Committee.
Tue Sep 10 2024
Nenggiri Hydroelectric Dam: Over 1,000 Orang Asli to be relocated in 2026

Nenggiri Hydroelectric Dam: Over 1,000 Orang Asli to be relocated in 2026

The project will boost tourism and socio-economic sectors in Gua Musang, Muhamad Nazri Pazil said.
Wed Aug 21 2024
MCMC and Microsoft collaborate to explore AI industry benefits

MCMC and Microsoft collaborate to explore AI industry benefits

MCMC and Microsoft Malaysia's MoU will explore AI's socio-economic benefits and prepare the future workforce with AI and digital skills.
Fri Jun 21 2024
ASEAN needs High-Level Commission to make effective decisions on socio-economic matters

ASEAN needs High-Level Commission to make effective decisions on socio-economic matters

ASEAN Business Club President Tan Sri Munir Majid has suggested that an ASEAN High-Level Commission is urgently needed to make effective decisions
Wed Jun 12 2024
[COLUMNIST]: Empowering Malaysia's Bumiputera: Towards Inclusive Economic Growth

[COLUMNIST]: Empowering Malaysia's Bumiputera: Towards Inclusive Economic Growth

In Malaysia, the pursuit of socio-economic equity for Bumiputera requires shifting paradigms, towards broader empowerment
Sun Mar 03 2024
Malaysia's positioning in the global space economy

Malaysia's positioning in the global space economy

The Malaysian government and industry leaders recognize the growing importance of space technology and its potential impact on various socio-economic activities.
Wed Jun 21 2023
Johor govt always concerned about Orang Asli's socio-economic development - Sultan Ibrahim

Johor govt always concerned about Orang Asli's socio-economic development - Sultan Ibrahim

The Johor state government is always concerned about the socio-economic development and welfare of the Orang Asli community, says the Sultan of Johor, Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar.
Sun Jan 08 2023
ASEAN Summits conclude with emphasis on post-pandemic recovery, ASEAN centrality

ASEAN Summits conclude with emphasis on post-pandemic recovery, ASEAN centrality

The 40th and 41st ASEAN Summits and Related Summits in Cambodia concluded Sunday, achieving fruitful results for greater regional cooperation towards post-COVID-19 pandemic socio-economic recovery.
Sun Nov 13 2022
Socio-economic development of Orang Asli among 35 initiatives promised by Vigneswaran

Socio-economic development of Orang Asli among 35 initiatives promised by Vigneswaran

Tan Sri S. A. Vigneswaran has drawn up an action plan for the Orang Asli, which is among the 35 initiatives being promised to improve the well-being and harmony of the constituents.
Thu Nov 10 2022
MOF: Tax, revenue reforms key to socio-economic resilience

MOF: Tax, revenue reforms key to socio-economic resilience

Putrajaya will continue to implement tax reform initiatives which focused on measures to broaden the tax base including reviewing broad-based incentives, reliefs and deductions.
Fri Jun 03 2022
EPU responsible for strengthening agenda to deal with ageing nation - Mustapa

EPU responsible for strengthening agenda to deal with ageing nation - Mustapa

Medium-and long-term socio-economic development plans to establish an agenda for an ageing nation by 2030 will be implemented by the Economic Planning Unit (EPU) under the Prime Minister's Department.
Sun May 29 2022
Sultan Ibrahim: Border reopening will spur socio-economic recovery

Sultan Ibrahim: Border reopening will spur socio-economic recovery

The reopening of the Malaysia-Singapore border is expected to further boost the country's recovery efforts as well as the people's socio-economy.
Fri Apr 01 2022
S'wak Polls: Give GPS a chance to create a better Sarawak - Abang Johari

S'wak Polls: Give GPS a chance to create a better Sarawak - Abang Johari

Abang Johari said his GPS team will continue with its socio-economic development agenda to create new sources of wealth.
Fri Dec 17 2021
Sarawak Polls: PSB manifesto pledges education, socio-economic reforms and autonomy

Sarawak Polls: PSB manifesto pledges education, socio-economic reforms and autonomy

The Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) launched its manifesto for the Sarawak State Election today, which focuses on three aspects, namely autonomy and governance, education reform and socio-economic reform.
Thu Dec 09 2021
KPDNHEP achieves 100-day Malaysian Family Aspiration target - Nanta Linggi

KPDNHEP achieves 100-day Malaysian Family Aspiration target - Nanta Linggi

Nanta said the programme acted as a "push factor" in strengthening the economy in stages, which has had a positive socio-economic impact.
Sun Nov 28 2021
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

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?

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

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

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

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

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 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 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

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 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