Manufacturing sector seen expanding faster at 4.4 pct

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s manufacturing sector is expected to expand by 4.4 per cent in 2023, faster than the official forecast of 3.9 per cent, said Public Investment Bank Bhd (Public IB). “In line with the potential expansion in residential- and non-residential-related construction activities, coupled with the continuation of several infrastructure projects, it is anticipated that […]

Ministry expands SeDidik facilities

KUCHING: The Ministry of Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development has expanded its focus on early childhood development by adding three kindergartens and two nurseries, bringing the total number of SeDidik Early Childhood Education Institutions (IPAKK) to 98 this year. Its minister, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said this includes PPR Bandaria Park, Bintulu, Lawas SeDidik […]

Kingfisher: the DIY giant building on back of pandemic

LONDON: The coronavirus pandemic has caused the permanent closure of bricks-and-mortar retailers worldwide but European home-improvements giant Kingfisher is looking to expand, chief executive Thierry Garnier told AFP in an interview. Kingfisher, along with rivals, have been allowed to keep stores open during the virus outbreak, enabling customers to purchase goods and collect online orders […]