20,000 SRF applications worth RM10 billion approved
Demand for SRF by Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) was so encouraging that the initial allocation of RM5 billion was insufficient.
Wed May 13 2020
RM3b loans approved for 6,840 SMEs - Tengku Zafrul
The amount was an increase from RM1.5 billion extended to 3,363 SMEs until April 26.
Tue May 05 2020
MYBHA asks govt to protect hoteliers from COVID-19 impact
The government is allocating RM5 billion under the SRF to provide relief assistance to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) affected by COVID-19.
Tue Apr 28 2020
RM2.7b loans approved for SMEs under BNM easy financing facilities - Tengku Zafrul
The facilities are the RM5 billion Special Relief Facility, RM1 billion Agrofood Facility and RM300 million SME Automation and Digitalisation Facility.
Tue Apr 21 2020
AmBank offers special relief facility for SMEs, individuals
The group is also offering a Special Relief Facility comprising financing of up to RM1 million to SMEs which have been adversely affected by the COVID-19.
Thu Mar 19 2020
Money changers also affected by COVID-19 outbreak
The COVID-19 outbreak in Malaysia has affected the money changing business, said Penang Muslim Jewellers and Money Changers Association deputy president Munower Sadiq.
Tue Mar 17 2020
Special relief for employees suspected of having COVID-19
According to the guidelines, after conducting a body temperature scan on an officer, the department head can direct any COVID-19 suspected officer to undergo tests and further action.
Tue Mar 17 2020
RM500 million special relief facility for flood-affected business
The facility is available to affected SMEs in flood disaster areas defined by the National Security Council and Prime Minister's Department.
Fri Jan 23 2015
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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