Enhancing PADU via new mechanisms
KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Economy is currently in the process of enhancing the Main Database System (PADU) by introducing two new mechanisms. According to Deputy Minister of Economy, Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib, the approach of Basic Livelihood Expenditure (PAKW) and Net Disposable Income (NDI) will enable the government to improve policy formulation and socioeconomic […]
PADU: Discussions to decide on suitable platforms for aid distribution to eligible recipients
THE Sarawak government will discuss with the federal government on the implementation of targeted aid to eligible Sarawakians. Deputy Minister in the Premier Department (Law, MA63, and State-Federal Relations) Datuk Sharifah Hasidah Sayeed Aman Ghazali said this is crucial to ensure the interests and data of the people are protected. “The state government, through relevant […]
Sarawak awaits clarification on PADU from federal minister
KUCHING: The Sarawak Government is still awaiting clarification from Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli regarding his proposed visit to the state to provide a briefing on the Central Database Hub (PADU). Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg when met today (Apr 11), mentioned that they have not received any updates from Rafizi regarding […]
Public against data unveiling (PADU) paused
The one recurring theme that envelopes PADU is whether the government undertook careful planning by conducting due diligence efforts as to the intent, content, extent, scope, scale, effect and impact of its operations. The answer to that is very obvious in that PADU was just thrust into our already cluttered culture. Noblesse oblige may have […]
Need for refinement in PADU system, says deputy minister
KUCHING: There is a need to refine the Central Database Hub (PADU) system to ensure the safety and well-being of the people, says Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib. While acknowledging its commendable intentions, the Deputy Minister of Economy stressed the necessity of implementing the initiative while considering feedback for further enhancement, highlighting PADU’s objective of providing […]
No problem with PADU, Sarawak’s registrants
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stated that there is no problem with regards to the Central Database Hub (PADU) and any matter has been dealt with well. “Sarawak’s registrants on PADU are positive, discussions have gone well. “There were some concerns that we received and we have dealt with the situation […]
Need to tread PADU very carefully
Our banking data will not be included in PADU database as the Banking and Financial Institutions Act 1989 (BAFIA) does not permit the use of such data by anyone. All data remains governed by the existing acts of the respective government departments or agencies. – i3investor.com Someone I know said PADU is the ideal tool […]
Rafizi’s PADU registration justification offends SUPP
KUCHING: Sarawak United Peoples’ Party (SUPP) Kuching Branch has taken offence with the way Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli called on citizens to register with the Central Database Hub (PADU). In a statement it said his argument that they should do so to enjoy government subsidies, is uncalled for. “This ‘if you don’t do it, you […]
Sort out people’s doubts about PADU first, says Hasidah
KUCHING: Sarawak in principle supports the federal government’s noble intention to ensure aid and subsidies to Malaysians are channelled effectively via the Central Database Hub (PADU). Nevertheless, Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier’s Department (Law, Malaysia Agreement 1963 and State-Federal Relations) Datuk Sharifah Hasidah Sayeed Aman Ghazali stressed that the authorities must be cautious about […]
PADU registration continues in Sarawak
KUCHING: Registration for the Central Database Hub (PADU) is still ongoing in Sarawak. The Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) Sarawak announced on its official Facebook page today (Mar 23) that the public can visit PADU counters open across the state. “For Sarawakians, you may visit a PADU counter open at the National Information Dissemination Centre […]