KUALA LUMPUR: The unity government will make efforts to reduce the country’s fiscal deficit rate to 4.3 per cent this year, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil. Fahmi, who is the unity government’s spokesman, said Malaysia recorded a three per cent gross domestic product (GDP) growth in the fourth quarter of
TOKYO: About 200 Malaysians in Japan last night had the opportunity to meet Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, who is on a seven-day working visit to the Land of the Rising Sun. The Malaysian community, consisting of students and individuals residing and working in the country,
MELAKA: The Ministry of Education encourages students to visit the Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) heritage sites in the country to ensure their sustainability in the future. Minister Fadhlina Sidek emphasised its significance as a valuable outdoor learning activity aimed at cultivating students’ appreciation for the nation’s history. So
JAKARTA: President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) confirmed that Indonesia had managed to secure sufficient stocks of rice for the people for this year’s Ramadan month expected to take place between March and April, reported ANTARA news agency. Jokowi made the statement on the sidelines of his dialogue with participants of the
KUALA LUMPUR: Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) must not falter from advocating open markets and economic cooperation to mitigate further global economic fragmentation, Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said. The Investment, Trade and Industry Minister said the forum must amplify the benefits of multilateral trade agreements, exemplified by the ASEAN
KUALA LUMPUR: Retirement Fund (Incorporated) (KWAP) announced the first batch of investments under its Dana Perintis strategy, amounting to RM100 million, comprising two direct investments in Malaysian startups and two venture capital (VC) fund commitments. In a statement yesterday, KWAP said it has invested in two promising Malaysian companies, Bateriku
KUALA LUMPUR: In a remarkable surge, Shopee witnessed a staggering 420 percent increase in affiliate-driven orders last year, a testament to the resounding success of its affiliate programme in reshaping consumer perceptions. The findings, unveiled in the “Championing Inclusive Commerce 2024” study today, underscore the profound impact of Shopee’s affiliate
BUKIT MERTAJAM: The special committee to study issues related to the competencies of the State Legislative Assembly in enacting Islamic laws is open to discussions with all quarters, including political parties. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said that the committee will study all views and suggestions before proceeding to the next stage. “Yesterday,
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Swimming Federation (MAS) are planning a special training programme for Bertrand Rhodict Lises, who is the only diver to have qualified for the Paris 2024 Olympics. MAS secretary-general Andy Low said the 18-year-old Sarawakian is keen to undergo a rigorous training regime to increase his diving difficulty for the Olympic challenge
BUKIT MERTAJAM: The Madani government is committed to ensuring socio-economic balance by providing exposure to the local community on digital literacy and online entrepreneurial skills, regardless of social status or locality, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said. He said the government is confident that initiatives such as the Digital Economy Centre (PEDi) can generate income for
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