National Wages Consultative Council will be strengthened
The govt will also incentivise hiring women returning from career breaks, offer job matching and improve care services facilities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Experts call for lifecycle approach to strengthen social protections in Malaysia
There is a need to move away from blanket subsidies and adopt a lifecycle approach to broaden social protections for Malaysians.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Special Committee formed to reduce SPM absenteeism
Wong Kah Woh said the Ministry of Education has planned intervention strategies by strengthening existing programmes.
Wed Oct 16 2024
Budget 2025: Call for government to address labour shortage in automotive, EV technology
EV training programme needs to be strengthened to enhance the skill levels of trainees in light of the rapid advancements in EV technology.
Wed Oct 16 2024
AWANI Global: Germany-Malaysia: Thriving together in a multipolar world
Germany and Malaysia have fostered strong diplomatic ties and are significant trade partners. German Ambassador to Malaysia, H.E. Dr. Peter Blomeyer, discusses ways to further strengthen this partnership in a world increasingly shaped by global tensions and a multipolar landscape.
Sun Oct 13 2024
Malaysia-Canada economic ties strengthen with 41 pct trade increase
MITI reported that bilateral trade surged by 25 per cent following Canada's accession to the CPTPP.
Fri Oct 11 2024
Maintaining good mental health in workplace crucial for overall well-being - Lee
Managers can undergo skills strengthening workshops to equip them with the knowledge of recognising symptoms, says Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye.
Thu Oct 10 2024
Ringgit strengthens 14.4 pct vs USD in 3Q 2024; One of the best performing currencies globally
The local currency's performance was primarily driven by the US Federal Reserves' 50 basis points policy rate cut.
Wed Oct 09 2024
Malaysia to focus on strengthening economic cooperation, attraction in investments in ASEAN Summit
The 44th and 45th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits will begin tomorrow in Laos.
Mon Oct 07 2024
Netanyahu tells Macron that putting limits on Israel will strengthen Iran
Benjamin Netanyahu says that placing restrictions on Israel will just serve Iran and its proxies.
Mon Oct 07 2024
Azerbaijan extends invitation to ASEAN chief for COP29
The invitation marks an effort to strengthen ties between Azerbaijan and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Fri Oct 04 2024
[COLUMNIST] Make EIA credible: Enhance transparency, strengthen enforcement
With all the precedents, it is clear that enforcement is the biggest stumbling block to credible EIA reports.
Wed Oct 02 2024
Strengthening Ringgit: MAPIM urges cross-politics support to restore, charge economy
The Malaysian Consultative Council of Islamic Organisations (MAPIM) urges all parties to support efforts to restore the economy.
Tue Sep 24 2024
Malaysia, like other ASEAN countries, will continue to be neutral, attract investments to region
Tengku Zafrul said Malaysia will continue to strengthen its neutral stance so that more investment and trade will flow to ASEAN.
Fri Sep 20 2024
‘Big storm’ coming, ASEAN must strengthen cohesion and unity - Kishore Mahbubani
Amid rising US-China tensions, Kishore Mahbubani urges ASEAN leaders to unite to navigate the challenging geopolitical landscape
Sat Sep 14 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024