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Malaysia’s Anwar calls for closer alignment of ASEAN foreign, economic policies

Malaysia’s Anwar calls for closer alignment of ASEAN foreign, economic policies

KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN needs to ensure even closer alignment between its foreign and economic policy tracks to strengthen regional cohesion amid rising geopolitical and trade tensions, said Malaysia’s Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said...

Malaysia outlines ongoing efforts and gaps in tackling workplace discrimination

Malaysia outlines ongoing efforts and gaps in tackling workplace discrimination

A report by the Department of Statistics Malaysia sheds light on the complexities of discrimination in employment in the country, to provide better insight and clearer guidelines for a more inclusive and equal workforce. Workplace discrimination...

Malaysia records RM976.4bn in household income for 2021, with wages and business profits driving 78.4%: DOSM

Malaysia records RM976.4bn in household income for 2021, with wages and business profits driving 78.4%: DOSM

Most household income flowed back into spending, while savings stayed low. The data also highlights ongoing disparities across income groups, regions, and gender. Malaysia’s households brought in a total income of RM976.4bn in 2021, according to...

General : Malaysia's Anwar Calls For Closer Alignment Of ASEAN Foreign, Economic Policies

General : Malaysia's Anwar Calls For Closer Alignment Of ASEAN Foreign, Economic Policies

KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- ASEAN needs to ensure even closer alignment between its foreign and economic policy tracks to strengthen regional cohesion amid rising geopolitical and trade tensions, said Malaysia’s Prime Minister Datuk Seri...

Lawatan Anwar ke Itali, Perancis, Brazil letak Malaysia di pentas ekonomi, kemanusiaan global

Lawatan Anwar ke Itali, Perancis, Brazil letak Malaysia di pentas ekonomi, kemanusiaan global

KUALA LUMPUR: Lawatan rasmi Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim ke Itali, Perancis dan Brazil disifatkan sebagai langkah strategik yang dapat memperkukuh kedudukan Malaysia dalam landskap ekonomi dan geopolitik global. Pakar ekonomi Prof Dr...

Business : Malaysia Gold Association Establishes Shariah Advisory Board

Business : Malaysia Gold Association Establishes Shariah Advisory Board

KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia Gold Association (MGA) has recently appointed its first Shariah Advisory Board (SAB), a significant step forward in providing Shariah governance, upholding ethical standards, and fostering greater...

General : Teh Tarik, Anyone? Malaysian FM Lightens ASEAN Meeting With Warm Invitation

General : Teh Tarik, Anyone? Malaysian FM Lightens ASEAN Meeting With Warm Invitation

By Zufazlin Baharuddin, Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid, Nabilah Saleh KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- Amid weighty discussions on the future of Southeast Asia, Malaysia’s signature hospitality made a welcome appearance at the 58th ASEAN Foreign...

New Xpats Gateway integration in Malaysia aims to speed up expat work pass approvals

New Xpats Gateway integration in Malaysia aims to speed up expat work pass approvals

With this integration, KESUMA said JTKSM and MYFutureJobs requirements will now be processed within 10 working days each. Malaysia has taken a significant step towards simplifying the hiring process for expatriates with the integration of...

Sabah mulls free tertiary education, expands student aid

Sabah mulls free tertiary education, expands student aid

Sabah mulls free tertiary education, expands student aid Published on: Wednesday, July 09, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jul 09, 2025 By: Crystal E Hermenegildus Text Size: Dark Mode: Off KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Government is studying the feasibility...

Please Fix The Flawed Social Work Profession Bill — CSOs & Activists

Please Fix The Flawed Social Work Profession Bill — CSOs & Activists

Social work is unique because it deals with human problems within the societal context. Guided by professional values and ethics, social workers utilise their knowledge on human behaviour, social systems, law, and policies to assist clients in...

From Malaysia to the world: Kantin Lab wants to take ASEAN flavours global

From Malaysia to the world: Kantin Lab wants to take ASEAN flavours global

The brand aims to offer a fresh take on snacks by using bold, authentic Southeast Asian ingredients. “We hope to bring something new to the snack category, which has been dominated by standard Western flavours like BBQ, ketchup, and sour cream &...

Sabah students see brighter future through State education boost

Sabah students see brighter future through State education boost

Hajiji (second right) with Tokoh Kepimpinan award recipient, Zaini Yanin (left); Tokoh Guru, Teo Poo Siang (right) and Raisin during the Third State-Level School Management Appreciation Ceremony 2025 held at Dewan Seri Sulaman, Tuaran on...

Sabah allocates over RM1.33 billion to strengthen education sector

Sabah allocates over RM1.33 billion to strengthen education sector

Sabah allocates over RM1.33 billion to strengthen education sector Published on: Wednesday, July 09, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jul 09, 2025 Text Size: Dark Mode: Off Hajiji poses for a photo with Tokoh Kepimpinan award recipient, Mohd Zaini Yanin...

Malaysia concludes Thailand sales mission to boost regional tourism ties

Malaysia concludes Thailand sales mission to boost regional tourism ties

Tourism Malaysia’s mission in Thailand strengthens bilateral tourism, promotes Visit Malaysia 2026, and highlights quality travel opportunities for Thais. BANGKOK, THAILAND – The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia (MOTAC), in...

Sabah Government mulls free tertiary education

Sabah Government mulls free tertiary education

Sabah Government mulls free tertiary education Published on: Wednesday, July 09, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jul 09, 2025 By: Crystal E Hermenegildus Text Size: Dark Mode: Off Arifin also highlighted a new initiative to reward academic excellence. A...

Malaysia: Selangor’s AI-Powered Edu-Tech and Agri Hub

Malaysia: Selangor’s AI-Powered Edu-Tech and Agri Hub

Permodalan Negeri Selangor Bhd (PNSB) has signed partnerships to accelerate the development of an education technology park and a food security hub on Pulau Carey in Kuala Langat. These initiatives are expected to align with the long-term vision...

Scoot expands network with new Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan routes

Scoot expands network with new Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan routes

Scoot announces new flights to Da Nang, Nha Trang, Kota Bharu and more, boosting regional connectivity for winter 2025. SINGAPORE – Scoot, the low-cost subsidiary of Singapore Airlines (SIA), announced the launch of new flight services to Da Nang...

Immersive display of culture in George Town

Immersive display of culture in George Town

THE 17th edition of George Town Heritage Celebrations (GTHC) in Penang brought to life the city’s heritage. Themed “Doors and Doorways” and held over three days from July 5 to 7, the events took visitors back in time to hear stories of bygone days...

Malaysia’s unity shines through diversity at Wesley School event

Malaysia’s unity shines through diversity at Wesley School event

KUALA LUMPUR: Unity is not about uniformity but standing together despite differences, said Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) chairman Datuk Seri Wong Chun Wai. Speaking at Wesley Methodist School Kuala Lumpur International’s (WMSKLI) Unity...

Malaysia grapples with growing religious conservatism

Malaysia grapples with growing religious conservatism

Malaysia's political landscape has experienced significant change in recent years, marked by the rise of Islamic-oriented parties. Though it is one of the most ethnically diverse countries in Southeast Asia, rising public dissatisfaction with the...

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