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Harapan will have to work harder, smarter to recapture Putrajaya

The coalition must ensure it won’t repeat past mistakes. COMMENT | The next general election is a more important watershed … More

Covid19, Economy, General Election, Government, Grassroots, Pakatan Harapan

Malaysia’s National Recovery Council proposes to open borders to international visitors by Jan 1 next year

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s National Recovery Council (NRC) has proposed to reopen the country’s borders to foreign visitors latest by Jan … More

Covid19, Economy, Tourism, Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL)

Malaysia’s 12th Plan: In Search Of A Realistic New Socio-Economic Strategy – Analysis

Introduction The Ismail Sabri govt and RM12 is a re-affirmation of the NEP and continuation of the existing approach to … More

12th Malaysia Plan (12MP), Economy, Fiscal, SMEs

Umno info chief made PMO economics director

PETALING JAYA : Umno information chief Shahril Hamdan has been appointed economics director in the Prime Minister’s Office. In a … More

Directors, Economy, Government, Prime Minister, UMNO

Can Tun M’s prescription remedy Malaysia’s modern day economic ills?

WITH physician-turned-politician Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad seemingly having diagnosed Malaysia’s economic maladies, is there hope that the Malaysian economy could … More

Economy, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Investment, Mahathir Mohamad, Market

Malaysia Lifts Ban On Interstate, Overseas Travel In Transition To Endemic Phase

The next few weeks will reveal if the country is prepared for a COVID-19 endemic phase, or if it will … More

Coronavirus, Covid19, Economy, Endemic, Interstate, Overseas, Pandemic, Vaccination

From rice sacks to the runway, how fashion is fighting to rebrand jute

From the boutiques of Christian Dior to royal wedding favours, jute is growing in popularity worldwide as demand for alternatives … More

India, Economy, Jute, Christian Dior, Sacks, Gunny, Sustainable

Central Spine Road to be fully completed in 2026, says senior works minister

BENTONG : The construction of the Central Spine Road (CSR) from Kuala Krai, Kelantan to the East Coast Expressway Phase … More

Central Spine Road (CSR), Economy, Infrastructure

Beggar ‘borrows’ a baby from their mother for $2 and paints them silver as a prop to attract more donations in Indonesia as unemployment soars

A 10-month-old baby and its mother taken into custody by social services  The baby from South Tangerang, Indonesia  was being used … More

Covid19, Economy, Pandemic, Poverty, Silver People, Unemployment

Sustainability, economic goals in 12th Malaysia Plan require further consideration and planning: Experts

KUALA LUMPUR : Malaysia’s Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob announced a series of targets for Malaysia to achieve in its … More

12th Malaysia Plan (12MP), Development, Economy, Government

Weak fiscal position behind muted 12MP prospects for construction sector

OUTLOOK of the construction sector looks subdued as lack of details on the prospects of new mega project roll-outs in … More

12th Malaysia Plan (12MP), Construction, Development, Economy, Government, Policy

Opposition Leader urges govt to postpone mega projects, focus on public health needs

KUALA LUMPUR : The 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP) should focus on efforts to provide for the needs of the people … More

12th Malaysia Plan (12MP), Anwar Ibrahim, Development, Economy, Government, Pakatan Harapan

Death of Jonker Street: Will the historical landmark relive its full glory?

The Vibes visited the iconic street to observe Phase 2 activities under the National Recovery Plan and the impact of … More

Covid19, Economy, Heritage, Jonker Street, Melaka, Pandemic, Tourism

Laying the foundation for a better Malaysia: The necessity of reform (Part 2)

STRENGTHENING greater socio-economic resilience, reforming strong and credible institutions as well as maintaining stable political system should be central to … More

Economy, Education, Investment, Policy, Reforms

Malaysia to Ease More Virus Curbs as Pandemic Fatigue Worsens

(Bloomberg) : Malaysia’s Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob will announce the easing of more virus curbs in the economic and … More

Coronavirus, Covid19, Economy, Government, Pandemic

Anwar: “We need RM45 bil to rejuvenate the economy, accelerate reforms too”

OPPOSITION leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim urged Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob to allocate an additional RM45 bil … More

Anwar Ibrahim, Economy, Ismail Sabri Yaakob, Opposition, Pakatan Harapan, Prime Minister, Reforms

Ilham Centre: Malay-Muslims primarily concerned with ‘bread and butter’ issues

KUALA LUMPUR : The Malay Muslim community prioritised social and economic issues such as poverty and living cost over matters … More

Economy, Living Cost, Malay, muslims, Reforms, Survey

Najib hints at upcoming appointment as minister-level economic adviser

If the rumour is true, he will join the ranks of Muhyiddin in a minister-level position in the government. Malaysia’s … More

Adviser, Economy, Government, Ismail Sabri Yaakob, Najib Razak

Don’t mistake willingness to work with new PM as unity govt – Guan Eng

‘The party will remain in the opposition to play its constitutional role.’ DAP’s willingness to cooperate with newly minted Prime … More

Covid19, DAP, Economy, Government, Opposition, Prime Minister, Unity

New Gov’t must focus on growing economy, reducing leakages

THE appointment of a new Prime Minister and the swearing-in of his Cabinet must act as a clarion call for … More

Economy, Government, Prime Minister, SMEs

Covid-19 outbreak, debt and politics to test Malaysia’s finance minister

KUALA LUMPUR (BLOOMBERG) – Malaysian Finance Minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz – who retained the post in the new government announced … More

Covid19, Economy, Financial, Government, Ministers

Malaysia’s New Premier Calls for Cooperation, End to Power Grabs

Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob struck a tone of reconciliation in his inaugural public address, seeking to bring stability … More

Coopération, Covid19, Economy, Ismail Sabri Yaakob, Opposition, Prime Minister

Sailing boats and cycle rickshaws in oil-rich, fuel-light Venezuela region

MARACAIBO (AFP) : Maracaibo is known as the center of Venezuela’s oil industry, but a chronic fuel shortage has left … More

Economy, Environment, Fishermen, fuel, Maracaibo, Oil, Rickshaw, Venezuela

Malaysia new PM faces tall task in uniting polarized society

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) : Malaysia’s new Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob was sworn in Saturday (Aug 21), bringing back … More

Economy, Government, Ismail Sabri Yaakob, Pandemic, Prime Minister

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  • I only asked for my entitlement as ex-PM, says Najib November 19, 2021
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  • Nazir repeats call for deliberative platform to work alongside existing democratic processes for Malaysia’s reset November 19, 2021
  • Najib’s 1MDB trial: Ex-director Ismee says he was worried over decisions made, submitted resignation letter in 2015 but was rejected November 19, 2021
  • RM100 mil privilege for Najib forces opposition to reconsider ties with govt November 19, 2021
  • Budget 2022 passes first round as Harapan did not back bloc vote call November 19, 2021
  • Zafrul confirms cabinet discussion after Dr M queries RM100m housing for Najib November 19, 2021
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  • Used Indonesian goods collector finds diamond ring worth RM24,000, uses cash to build own house and get married November 18, 2021
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