Govt announces RM40 bln Pemerkasa plus package to boost economy, help people
KUALA LUMPUR: The government has announced a RM40 billion Pemerkasa Plus stimulus package, comprising a total of 12 initiatives based on three main goals, to shore up the country’s economy and assist the people amid the stricter movement control order (MCO) being implemented to curb the rise in Covid-19 infections. The three main goals are […]
Malaysia’s economy improves following govt’s recovery measures
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin expects the country’s economic situation to improve this year, in line with the government action and the recovery of economic activity and world trade despite the Covid-19 pandemic. He said Malaysia is on the right track in economic planning and management towards stronger and sustainable growth and […]
Learning concept must be relevant at any time, place
KUALA LUMPUR: The concept of learning should not be confined within the four walls of a room, and instead it must be relevant at any time and place in line with the new norm, said Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. In this regard, he said the Education Ministry (MOE) must continue to listen to […]
Candidates for Anak Muda advisory group will be announced soon
KUALA LUMPUR: The list of candidates for the Anak Muda advisory group to Prime Minister is being finalised and those selected will be announced soon, said Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. He said the initiative proposed by the Malaysian Youth Council was proof of the government’s commitment in ensuring the voices of youth were […]
Govt remains committed to empowering youths
KUALA LUMPUR: The Perikatan Nasional (PN) government is committed to continue helping youths through efforts to empower them for the development of highly innovative and sustainable human capital, said Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. The prime minister said towards this end, various initiatives had been implemented specifically for the youth community through assistance packages of the […]
Stay calm to combat covid together
KUALA LUMPUR: Today, Wednesday which is equivalent to 30 Ramadan 1442 Hijrah signifies the end of the holy month after Muslims have performed one month of fasting and will be celebrating Hari Raya Aidilfitri tomorrow (Thursday). The day of victory is traditionally celebrated with the family and relatives in the village, which will become memories […]
MEF urges govt to delay review of minimum wages
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) has appealed to Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin to delay the review of minimum wages which is due in February 2022. In a statement today, MEF president Datuk Dr Syed Hussain Syed Husman said it is not the right time to add the cost of doing business […]
MCO to be reviewed due to surge in Covid-19 cases
KUALA LUMPUR: The ongoing movement control order (MCO) will be reviewed, especially in states experiencing a spike in positive Covid-19 cases, said Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. The prime minister said this was important to ensure that the standard operating procedures (SOPs) and action taken were effective in curbing the spread of the virus, which has […]
Minimum wage rate being reviewed to keep it relevant
KUALA LUMPUR: The minimum wage rate is being reviewed to ensure the earnings of workers remain relevant with current economic conditions, said Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. The prime minister said the government is always concerned about the issue of minimum wage and would take efforts to better protect workers’ rights. “I hope all parties would […]
Waqf initiative can be extended to GLC
IPOH: The government’s initiative to encourage civil servants to make waqf (endowment) contributions through salary deductions can be extended to government-linked companies (GLC). Prasarana Malaysia Berhad chairman Datuk Seri Tajuddin Abdul Rahman said the initiative announced by Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin yesterday was something that needs to be taken into consideration by all […]
