PM approves part of foreign worker applications for three sectors
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim also placed a condition that local youths be trained to fill up vacancies in barbershops, textiles and goldsmiths.
Mon Sep 04 2023
We ingest plastics every minute of the day
There is no escape from them as they are in the air we breathe and in the everyday products we use.
Sat Jun 03 2023
Queen pleased 8th ASEAN Traditional Textiles Symposium a tremendous success
Her Majesty has expressed her appreciation for the all-out efforts in making the 8th ASEAN Traditional Textiles Symposium a tremendous success.
Thu Sep 29 2022
King officiates at 8th ASEAN Traditional Textiles Symposium
Yang di-Pertuan Agong today officially opened the 8th ASEAN Traditional Textiles Symposium 2022, which is being held here from Sept 25 to 30.
Mon Sep 26 2022
Uncovering hidden stories of textiles from the Malay world
Malaysia is a country rich in culture, but the full history of Malay textiles and how they came to be remain relatively unknown.
Wed Aug 31 2022
FMFTA appeals to start operation in Phase Two of National Recovery Plan
The Federation of Malaysian Fashion, Textiles and Apparels (FMFTA) has urged the government to allow the industry to resume operations in Phase Two of the National Recovery Plan (NRP).
Fri Jul 16 2021
Hemp is set to be one of fashion's favorite textiles
Like linen, hemp is one of the fibers that could well take over our wardrobes in the months and years to come.
Tue May 18 2021
SWcorp, Hatta Dolmat collaborate on KLFW collection
Malaysian fashion designer will be presenting a unique clothing collection using fabric incorporating recycled plastic bottles.
Sun Sep 20 2020
The Fabric Movement: Why dump when you can recycle... and make money?
Twenty percent of global production waste comes from textiles and apparel. We speak to Kloth Cares founders Nik Suzila Hassan and Sarahan Kedah who are on a mission to keep fabric away from landfills.
Wed Feb 05 2020
Ministry allocates RM25 million to train 3,000 youths in various skills
Deputy minister Datuk Ahmad Jazlan Yaakub said the training would include health and beauty, fashion and textiles, as well as hospitality and tourism.
Sun Mar 13 2016
Narendra Modi-inspired shirts a trend this Deepavali
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become a fashion icon where more people are flocking to textiles stores looking for 'Modi shirts".
Sat Oct 18 2014
Traders cry foul over Deepavali carnival
The Malaysian Indian Textiles and General Stores Association has claimed that many local Indian traders suffered substantial losses due to foreign traders.
Mon Dec 03 2012
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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 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