[COLUMNIST] Uplifting middle-wage workers using a progressive wage model
In the M'sian context, raising wages in a low-wage economy is undeniably crucial to uplift living standards and reducing income inequality.
Tue Jul 25 2023
Progressive wage model: MTEN to analyze implementation suitability - Sivakumar
V. Sivakumar said it was also to decide whether to study the salary model or seek other alternatives to improve the existing salary system.
Fri Jun 30 2023
[COLUMNIST] Right move to introduce Progressive Wage Model
Prof. Dr. Mohd Yusof Saari welcomes the government's commitment to changing the wage structure in Malaysia as a part of the progress toward changing the economic structure.
Wed May 10 2023
[COLUMNIST] Combine statutory minimum wage with progressive wage model too
A fresh framework/philosophy/vision is needed for the Malaysian tripartite model, going forward.
Wed Mar 23 2022
Swiss minimum wage model and its comparison with Malaysia
Legislation of minimum wage ensures working individuals can cover the basic cost of necessities such as food and shelter.
Sat Oct 10 2020
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
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024