Thailand rolls out cash stimulus package to boost economy
Thailand has launched the first phase of its cash stimulus package, worth over 145.55 billion baht (100 Baht = RM12.62), aimed at boosting economic activity
Thu Sep 26 2024
Stimulus packages, reopening of economic sector reduce impact of COVID-19, says PM
Various measures taken by the government in implementing the stimulus packages and reopening the economic sector in phases have reduced the significant impact of the COVID-19 pandemic crisis.
Sun Sep 25 2022
Probe into alleged misappropriation of stimulus package funds in final stage - MACC
So far, the exco member who is allegedly involved in the case has not been called to testify but we will do so soon, Shaharom Nizam said.
Tue Jun 28 2022
Bumiputera economic empowerment agenda continues to be given priority - PM Ismail Sabri
The government will continue to prioritise the Bumiputera economic empowerment agenda by providing various stimulus packages and recovery plans to assist them to survive and be competitive.
Tue Nov 30 2021
Malaysia's AirAsia Group wins approval for $120 million govt-guaranteed loan
The loan, disbursed as part of a COVID-19 economic stimulus package from the government, has been approved by the airline's lenders.
Tue Oct 05 2021
More than RM330 bln of economic stimulus packages utilised - MoF
Tengku Zafrul said the government had implemented proactive and immediate measures to address the COVID-19 crisis.
Tue Oct 05 2021
Japan PM contender Kishida says new form of capitalism needed to end disparity, recover from pandemic
Kishida repeated a call for an economic stimulus package worth "tens of trillions of yen" to combat the coronavirus pandemic.
Wed Sep 08 2021
Socso disburses over RM18 billion to stabilise labour market during pandemic
Social Security Organisation (Socso) has successfully disbursed more than RM18 billion in wage subsidies, job search allowances and hiring incentives through seven stimulus packages as of today.
Mon Sep 06 2021
Aid package, economic stimulus packages help people and economy survive during COVID-19 pandemic
Tengku Zafrul said the government had provided an allocation of more than RM200 million for the Food Basket assistance programme.
Thu Jul 29 2021
Govt still has fiscal space to help rakyat, businesses - PM
The government still has fiscal space, though limited, to fund economic stimulus packages to continue helping the people, Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said.
Sat Jul 24 2021
Leaders, relevant agencies urged to convey info on PEMULIH to grassroots
Leaders at all levels, relevant agencies and NGOs have been urged to ensure that information on the economic stimulus package from the government can be fully utilised by the people.
Sat Jul 03 2021
PRISMA: 13,712 applications for grants worth RM48.8 million approved - Saifuddin
A total of 13,712 applications for grants worth RM48.8 million has been approved under the Malaysian Creative Industry Stimulus Package (PRISMA) as of yesterday.
Fri Jul 02 2021
SME growth prospects to recover gradually in 2021 supported by stimulus packages - PM
The growth prospects of the SMEs are expected to recover gradually in 2021 in line with the overall economic growth forecast, said Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.
Wed Jun 30 2021
PEMULIH is formidable, crucial to help economy recover - Experts
The RM150 billion PEMULIH is a formidable stimulus package to help the economy recover and assist the country to overcome the problems associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tue Jun 29 2021
i-Sinar withdrawal a case of desperate times calling for desperate measures now and also in the future?
The government should tread carefully, nonetheless.
Tue Jun 29 2021
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
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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 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
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 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
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024