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12MP mid-term review

12MP MTR: informal workers’ welfare to remain as one of govt’s priorities

Economy Ministry deputy secretary-general of policy Datuk Zunika Mohamed said the government had allocated RM100 million in contribution-matching grants for the Self-Employment Social Security Scheme provided by the Social Security Organisation. 

Improve IP registration process to empower businesses, creatives: senator

Senator Susan Chemerai Anding said inefficient and time-consuming IP registration process contributes to an atmosphere in the creative industry that is not conducive, including for small entrepreneurs who want to register their respective intellectual property. 

Don’t touch personal matters during debates, Wan Junaidi tells senators

Dewan Negara president Tan Sri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar has reminded senators to always maintain decorum when debating the motion on the 12th Malaysia Plan 2021-2025 mid-term review at the Dewan Negara sitting that started today. 

Johari urges govt to fast-track targeted subsidies for fiscal stability

Former finance minister II Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani has urged the government to expedite the implementation of targeted subsidies under the 12th Malaysia Plan Mid-Term Review to bolster the country's fiscal position.

GST reinstatement makes sense, but more clarity needed: economists

Bringing back the goods and services tax will bolster government revenue but more clarity is needed for market players to adjust their investment decisions accordingly, say economists. 

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Over 23.6 million to benefit as new electricity tariff kicks in July 1

The Energy Commission has set a new average base tariff of 45.40 sen/kWh for RP4, slightly lower than before, bringing overall electricity costs down by up to 19% compared to the previous regulatory period

Apad confirms inDrive licence revoked effective July 24, but company can appeal

Russian-based company can file appeal through the agency for the Transport Ministry's consideration

Schools may close if air quality worsens, five areas hit unhealthy levels: DOE

The department said the areas recorded unhealthy API readings, warns of RM1mil fine for open burning offenders