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
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
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
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
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
Deficit target revised to 6 pct of GDP, statutory debt still below Parliament-approved limit - MOF
The government has revised the deficit target to six per cent from 5.4 per cent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for 2021, having factored in continuing measures from 2020 economic stimulus packages.
Thu May 27 2021
Only four per cent of RM1.7 bln allocation for digital sector utilised - Mustapa
Only four per cent of the RM1.7 billion allocated for the digital sector through four economic stimulus packages has been utilised, said Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed.
Sat Apr 10 2021
OPEC Plus agrees to increase oil production for next 3 months
The decision was made based on the improvements in the market supported by global vaccination programmes and stimulus packages in key economies.
Fri Apr 02 2021
Striking balance between protecting lives and livelihoods main challenge of PN govt - Muhyiddin
Muhyiddin said the govt implemented various economic stimulus packages to ease the people's burden and ensure business continuity.
Mon Mar 01 2021
Greta Thunberg's generation most likely to believe climate change is a crisis: Poll
The poll comes at a critical time for governments as they plan stimulus packages to recover from the COVID-19 slump.
Wed Jan 27 2021
PM Muhyiddin announces PERMAI aid package worth RM15 bln to combat COVID-19
Muhyiddin said these economic stimulus packages involved RM55 billion in fiscal injections by the government.
Mon Jan 18 2021
PM Muhyiddin announces RM15 billion aid package. Here's his full speech
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic early last year, the Government has implemented four economic stimulus packages worth RM305 billion, equivalent to more than 20 percent of GDP.
Mon Jan 18 2021
Govt ready to consider strategic fiscal injection if situation warrants it - PM
The government is ready to consider a strategic fiscal injection if the current economic situation warrants it, like the previous economic stimulus packages, said Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.
Thu Dec 31 2020
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
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