Melaka poised to become EV manufacturing hub
The Melaka state government is committed to positioning the state as a leading hub for electric vehicle (EV) production in Malaysia, in line with Sustainable Development Goal 13 (SDG13)
Tue Oct 15 2024
UTP: Shaping sustainable leaders for a greener future
Students are encouraged to undertake projects focused on achieving the SDGs and foster a culture of environmental responsibility on campus.
Tue Aug 20 2024
Govts must enhance policy, infrastructure for renewable energy integration in ASEAN - Rafizi
Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli said governments must adopt a holistic approach to policy and infrastructure to bolster renewable energy (RE) supply and ensure sustainable development.
Tue Jun 25 2024
Think City and World Bank Release Joint Policy Paper - Rethinking Malaysian cities for sustainable development
This collaborative effort aims at advocating for a spatial approach to inclusive and sustainable economic growth via Malaysian cities.
Tue Jun 18 2024
World falls behind on energy SDG - UN report
The world is not on track to meet Sustainable Development Goal 7, designed to ensure access to affordable, reliable energy for all
Thu Jun 13 2024
[COLUMNIST] Reducing traffic accidents and deaths: Addressing human, environmental and vehicle factors
Malaysia is very dependent on private vehicles, and therefore more efforts must be made to guarantee the health and safety of road users.
Wed Feb 28 2024
[COLUMNIST] Hidden indicators of poverty - Part 1
Hidden indicators within poverty significantly contribute to perpetuating cycles of deprivation.
Mon Feb 05 2024
Malaysia committed to materialise UN SDG objectives, achieve Paris Agreement 2015
Tan Sri Dr. Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said the recent shift in Malaysia's policy is poised to generate economic benefits.
Fri Jan 05 2024
Monitor environmental and habitat conservation programmes, King decrees
The Eco-Schools programme is the largest Education for Sustainable Development programme in the world, with a network spanning 95 countries.
Mon Nov 06 2023
The SDGs can save us, but can we save the SDGs?
What are the roadblocks to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals?
Sat Sep 16 2023
Health must be fast-tracked for 2030
The world needs more and better skilled health workers to attain the SDG targets and continue to foster global health beyond 2030.
Sat Sep 16 2023
The 56 ASEAN Day celebration - Promoting regional sustainable growth
The theme underscores the importance of concerted efforts towards achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Tue Aug 08 2023
UN-Habitat Assembly: Day two report
We cannot achieve the Sustainable Development Goals without women and girls, Maimunah Mohd Sharif said.
Wed Jun 07 2023
Food waste is responsible for half of carbon emissions attributed to food
Earth Day reminds us to take more effective actions to protect the natural resources that are so essential to our lives.
Sat Apr 22 2023
BCSD Malaysia appoints Hei Zel Tan as programme director and advisor
The Business Council for Sustainable Development Malaysia, has announced the appointment of Hei Zel Tan to its new secretariat leadership as Programme Director and Advisor.
Wed Mar 15 2023
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