Dewan Rakyat: The country loses RM100 billion due to the cancellation of VM2020 - MOTAC
The loss is due to the drop in tourist expenses, especially those related to accommodation, transportation, shopping, food and beverages.
Thu Nov 12 2020
MyCEB requests industry partner to remove VM2020 logo gradually
Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB) requests all industry partners to relook at their marketing campaign and gradually remove VM2020 logo in all marketing collateral.
Thu Mar 19 2020
Cancellation of Visit Malaysia 2020 campaign
Following the announcement made by YB Dato' Sri Hajah Nancy Shukri, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) Malaysia on 18 March 2020 on the cancelation of Visit Malaysia 2020 (VM2020) campaign.
Thu Mar 19 2020
Government cancels 'Visit Malaysia 2020' campaign over COVID-19
Nancy said in line with the Movement Control Order, all tourist accommodations are allowed to operate at a minimum level.
Wed Mar 18 2020
COVID-19: Cabinet wants measures taken to assist tourism industry
The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry has been directed to prepare a Cabinet paper on measures that can be taken to help tourism industry players.
Thu Mar 12 2020
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